News
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Safer roads and stronger economy: SH1 Cambridge to Piarere extension
NewsThe fast-track approval for NZ Transport Agency’s SH1 Cambridge to Piarere extension has been welcomed by Waipā District Council,
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Green light for future-focused Waikato water services
NewsWaipā residents can be confident their water and wastewater services are on a strong path forward, with the Secretary for Local Government approving Water Services Delivery Plans.
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Council endorses safer speed limit at Rukuhia
NewsA proposal to reduce the speed limit on a busy Rukuhia intersection to improve road safety has been supported by Waipā District Council.
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Appeal lodged against Cambridge sand quarry consent
NewsWaipā District Council has today confirmed that an appeal has been lodged with the Environment Court against the resource consent granted for a proposed sand quarry at 77 Newcombe Road.
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Composting hub launched in the heart of Pirongia
NewsPirongia School is taking bold steps in its sustainability journey with the launch of a new compost hub, made possible through collaboration with local environmental champions.
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Smart systems deliver big savings for Waipā
NewsRatepayers are reaping the benefits of Waipā’s investment in smarter systems, with the council recently recognised by leading Australasian software provider TechnologyOne for its achievements.
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Waipā celebrates additional Jetstar services at Hamilton Airport
NewsNews Jetstar will begin daily jet services between Hamilton and Christchurch from December 1, 2025, has been heralded as another game changer for the Waipā District.
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Waipā residents’ survey results stable despite challenging year
NewsSatisfaction levels with Waipā District Council have remained largely stable over the past year, despite significant financial pressures and ongoing national reforms.
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Get your vote on, Waipā!
NewsVoting is underway in Waipā, with local council election packs landing in letterboxes between today and September 22.
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WEL Energy Trust funding boost for Sainsbury Road Reserve
NewsPirongia’s Sainsbury Road Reserve is getting a $40,000 boost from WEL Energy Trust to support ongoing ecological restoration.
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Warm welcome for new Kaihautū – Strategic Māori Partnerships Director
NewsWaipā District Council has today welcomed Ngira Simmonds (Ngāti Huri, Raukawa) as the organisation’s new Kaihautū – Strategic Māori Partnerships Director.
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No asbestos found at construction waste recycling facility
NewsTesting has confirmed there was no asbestos deposited at the ResourceCo construction waste recycling facility on Cambridge Road.
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Time to shine for Waipā art projects!
NewsHave a creative idea that will inspire or involve the Waipā community? It’s time to bring it to life with applications for the Creative Communities Scheme now open.
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A new chapter for Lake Ngā Roto
NewsA new plan to restore Lake Ngā Roto has been signed off by Waipā District Council.
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Connecting communities to Waipā library services
NewsFor more than 20 years, Waipā District Libraries have been running a service that delivers more than books – it delivers connection, bringing a sense of belonging to people’s homes.
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Strict conditions imposed on Cambridge sand quarry consent
NewsIndependent hearing commissioners have granted resource consent for a proposed sand quarry at 77 Newcombe Road, southeast of Cambridge.
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Cambridge Connections launches new community reference group
NewsExpressions of interest are now open for people wanting to join the new Community Reference Group as part of the reset Cambridge Connections – Moving Forward Together project.
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Serving Te Awamutu for 25 years
NewsTwenty-five years of dedicated service with the Te Awamutu Volunteer Fire Brigade is no small feat for Waipā District Council’s compliance manager, Karl Tutty.
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New life for a 30-year-old Te Awamutu playground
NewsTe Awamutu’s 30-year-old Hiskens Reserve playground is getting a much-needed renewal. Construction is kicking off in mid-September to create a vibrant, modern play space.
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Rural communities to benefit from updated flood mapping
NewsWaipā’s rural flood hazard mapping is now complete, giving Council and communities a clearer picture of how water is likely to pond during major weather rainfall events.
