News
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Local firm to install pipes for new subdivisions
NewsCouncil has started the first tranche of pipe installations to service major subdivisions in Cambridge following a contract award to a local firm.
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Over $220,000 funded to local events
NewsA busy season of events is around the corner for Waipā, with 51 events receiving funding from Waipā District Council.
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Heritage projects receive funding support
NewsThree projects aiming to preserve the district’s heritage have received support from the Waipā Heritage Fund.
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$50,000 fund for protected trees
NewsA $50,000 Council fund has been set up to help Waipā landowners maintain protected trees on privately-owned land following a review of the Council’s Tree Policy.
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Waikeria pipe work starts in Kihikihi
NewsWaikeria pipeline has hit the ground in Kihikihi, as construction starts this week.
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Waste Minimisation Fund now open
NewsA fund with the purpose of helping the community plan and deliver projects that reduce waste in Waipā is now open.
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Ohaupo – conserve water over weekend
NewsWaipā District Council is asking residents in Ohaupo and surrounding areas to reduce their water use urgently, as a result of an issue on a water supply pipe lines.
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Six-month water rates arriving
NewsResidents in Te Awamutu, Pirongia and Kihikihi will receive water rates covering a six month period this week, rather than the regular quarterly water rates.
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Plastic Free July events a hit in Waipā
NewsHundreds of Waipā residents have traded in single-use plastics for reusable items this month as part of Plastic Free July.
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Roundabout and underpasses on the cards for Cambridge
NewsCambridge may soon get its first-ever set of pedestrian and cycling underpasses along with a new roundabout on a key arterial road.
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Plans to improve public transportation given the green light
NewsThe first step in a three-stage plan to significantly improve public transport in Waipā over the next 10 years has been given the green light.
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New roundabout in the pipeline for Te Awamutu
NewsA new roundabout is on the cards for Te Awamutu - pending feedback from the community - to cater for future residential growth.
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Hundreds have their say on Lake Te Koo Utu draft concept plan
NewsHundreds of Cambridge residents have had their say on a draft concept plan proposing significant improvements to Lake Te Koo Utu and the surrounding reserve.
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Over 500 responses to Memorial Park plan
NewsA significant number of public submissions have been received on Waipā District Council’s draft Memorial Park concept plan, which closed on Monday.
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Councils kicks off Cambridge growth
NewsThe first tranche of massive infrastructure work to unlock new growth areas in Cambridge will start before Christmas.
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Report notes ‘cautious optimism’, but…
NewsAn independent economic outlook report provided to Waipā District Council says New Zealand is in a period of “cautious optimism” despite a finely balanced economy.
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Four-legged Waipā resident scoops major prize
NewsA therapy dog who spends his time supporting the sick and elderly has won free registration for the rest of his life while living in Waipā.
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Council says support local
NewsCouncil is actively promoting a ’contribute locally’ policy as it works to support the economic recovery of Waipā following the COVID-19 lockdown.
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Legal advice sought on protected trees
NewsWaipa District Council will look at whether or not it can set up legal agreements with individual landowners to help maintain protected trees in the district.
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Improvements on the way for hazardous intersection
NewsA hazardous intersection in Te Awamutu will be upgraded with new road markings in the coming weeks to improve visibility for drivers.
