News
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Help shape how Cambridge moves
NewsWaipā Mayor Mike Pettit is calling on the people of Cambridge to “get involved and help shape our community for years to come”.
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Major water main gets a thorough inspection
NewsThe 13-kilometre pipeline that supplies water to Pirongia and Te Awamutu is getting a thorough check-up to help prevent future water outages.
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What's up in Waipā - Thursday January 22, 2026
What's up in WaipāIn this issue: we catch up with Jo Davies-Colley on her new chapter as Deputy Mayor, Proposed Plan Change 25 is open for submissions, and a recycling reminder for the upcoming long weekends.
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Dutch Elm Disease spreads further across Waipā
NewsA deadly fungal disease affecting elm trees, Dutch Elm Disease, has continued to spread across the Waipā District this summer.
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New granny flat rules come into force
NewsNew national rules will make it easier for Waipā homeowners to build small, standalone granny flats from today.
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New rules proposed for shelterbelts and crop structures
NewsClearer, simpler rules for shelterbelts and crop protection structures are being proposed for rural parts of Waipā – and the community is invited to have its say.
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Waipā adopts Annual Report with clean audit
NewsWaipā District Council’s 2024-25 Annual Report has been adopted with a clean audit, confirming Waipā remains financially stable despite a challenging year.
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Save water this summer: Rising use prompts sprinkler restrictions
NewsFrom today, water sprinklers can only be used during restricted times in Waipā, as the district has moved into water alert level one.
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What's up in Waipā - Thursday December 18, 2025
What's up in WaipāIn this issue: a message from Mayor Mike, a reminder as we move into level one of water restrictions, and some friendly reminders for the Christmas and New Year period.
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Young Māori leaders: step up and shine with Tuia programme
NewsWaipā Māori youth with a passion for their culture and community are invited to apply for the Tuia Leadership Programme for 2026.
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What's up in Waipā - Thursday December 11, 2025
What's up in WaipāIn this issue: Councillor Marcus Gower shares his thoughts on tackling feral cats, and an exciting reading quest for young readers over the Summer holidays.
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New property valuations for Waipā District
NewsUpdated rating revaluations for more than 25,000 properties across the Waipā District have been confirmed for 2025 and are available online from today.
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Councils urge residents be water smart this summer
NewsWith a hot and sticky summer on the way, Waipā District, Waikato District and Hamilton City Councils are reminding everyone across the Waikato to be smart about how they use water.
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It’s official: Cambridge has transport problems
NewsPeople power was on display today as Waipā District Council approved the transport problems for Cambridge, reflecting extensive community feedback.
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Annual summer survey helping improve future Waipā playgrounds
NewsLove your local playground? Waipā families are being encouraged to share their thoughts to help shape the future of play spaces across the district.
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Mayor comments on proposed regional local government changes
NewsWaipā Mayor Mike Pettit has responded to the Government’s recent announcement on proposed regional local government changes, emphasising the importance of keeping an eye to the future.
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Waipā supports feral cats being added to Predator Free 2050 list
NewsFeral cats will be added to New Zealand’s Predator Free 2050 strategy, a move welcomed by Waipā District Council as a boost for native wildlife and local communities.
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Appeal against Newcombe Road quarry withdrawn
NewsAn appeal against a resource consent for a sand quarry in Newcombe Rd, Cambridge, has been resolved through a meeting between the applicant R S Sand Limited and the appellant, Mr Rhys Powell.
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We need a third bridge while preserving town character, says community
NewsA third bridge over the Waikato River has emerged as the top priority for the community, after the first round of public feedback for Waipā District Council's Cambridge Connections project.
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Ninety-nine new citizens join the Waipā whānau
NewsNinety-nine new Kiwis were celebrated at a Waipā citizenship ceremony on Friday in Te Awamutu, proudly supported by family and friends and officially welcomed by Waipā Mayor Mike Pettit.
