News
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Over $300,000 refunded to Waipā residents
NewsHundreds of thousands of dollars have been refunded to Waipā residents over the past four months, thanks to a Government scheme designed to assist with rates bills.
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Waipuke Park open to more visitors
NewsSummer time in Waipā will get a whole lot better with a parking upgrade in the pipeline for popular swimming and recreational spot, Waipuke Park.
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Funding boost for creative projects in Waipā
NewsA mural project, a dance workshop, an arts festival and a free play for children are among the 11 initiatives to receive a funding boost from the latest round of the Creative Communities Scheme.
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Rose Garden sculpture back in action
NewsThe iconic bird sculpture at the Te Awamutu Rose Garden, which was recently given a polish and straighten, has now been returned to the garden and is back in action.
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New speed limits effective today
NewsWaipā residents are being reminded to check speed signs today as more than 200 new speed limits come into effect across the district.
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World’s top track cyclists to converge on Cambridge
NewsThe world’s best track cyclists are set to converge on Cambridge next month for a prestigious track cycling tournament.
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New Council sworn in
News“Kia kaha, kia toa, kia manawanui, otirā whakarongo - be strong, be brave, be steadfast, and hear the people.”
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Waipā set to get active
NewsFree Latin dance, yoga, pilates and zumba classes will be on offer throughout November to encourage Te Awamutu and Cambridge residents to get active.
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Seven safety tips for magpie swooping season
NewsIt’s spring nesting season and magpies in both city and country areas are becoming highly protective of their young, swooping on territorial threats.
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Cambridge crowned Most Beautiful Large Town
NewsCambridge has been crowned the Most Beautiful Large Town in New Zealand.
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Waipā Heritage Fund opens
NewsA fund with the purpose of safeguarding the district’s heritage value is now accepting applications.
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Waipā libraries booked up for Website Week
NewsWaipā libraries are set to be buzzing with activity for a week of fun events to celebrate the launch of a new website.
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Blue pedestrian bridge for Cambridge north
NewsEagle-eyed residents in Cambridge may have spied a new blue bridge near Victoria Road.
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30 years on, Waipā better than ever
NewsWaipa District Council is officially 30 years today and those who have been around for a while say the district – and the Council – is ageing well.
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Cycleways go green for safety
NewsCycling around Cambridge is set to become safer with the addition of new road markings around the town centre.
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Waipā set for New Zealand land war commemorations
NewsFor the last two years Waipā District Council and Ngā Iwi Tōpū O Waipā have acknowledged the New Zealand Land Wars with services and wreath laying at significant locations in the district.
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Speed drop for detour
NewsCars speeding through a Cambridge Road detour have been forced to slow down after safety concerns were raised by residents.
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Waipā boosts engineering capacity
NewsWaipa District Council has appointed chartered engineer Dawn Inglis as a new group manager in charge of water services, major capital works, asset management planning and transportation.
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New faces for Waipa District Council
NewsWaipā will be welcoming several new faces to represent the community following the release of preliminary results on Sunday 13 October 2019 with a strong female contingent elected.
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Waipa election progress results released
NewsMedia ReleasesProgress results for Waipa District Council 2019 local elections have been released based on 95 per cent of votes received.
