District promotion fund
District Promotion Fund closed
The District Promotion Fund has $75,000 available to support events that bring visitors to Waipā, boost our local economy, and celebrate everything that makes our district the Home of Champions.
The District Promotion Fund is a contestable fund, meaning funding will be allocated to events that best meet the eligibility and criteria is allocated by the District Promotions Fund Sub-Committee.
Recipients of the fund
2026/27
| Recipients | Fund allocated |
|---|---|
| Messam 10s | $10,000.00 |
| Waka Ama National Sprint Championships | $6,000.00 |
| Summernats- Cambridge Town Centre Fringe Festival | $5,000.00 |
| Underground Festival | $5,000.00 |
| Maadi Regatta/New Zealand Secondary Schools Rowing Championships | $5,000.00 |
| NZHRA Street Rod Nationals | $5,000.00 |
| PBR Professional Bull Riders New Zealand Tour 2026 | $3,000.00 |
| KRI Christmas Regatta | $3,000.00 |
| Cambridge Autumn Festival | $3,000.00 |
| Cambridge Cycling Festival | $3,000.00 |
| Misty Flicks Film Festival | $2,000.00 |
| Elite Road National Championships | $2,000.00 |
| The G.J. Gardner Homes NZ Beach Tour | $2,000.00 |
| Takapoto Classic 2027 | $2,000.00 |
| Track National Championships | $2,000.00 |
| 2027 Canoe Racing Sprint Racing National Championships | $2,000.00 |
| Kihikihi Horse Trials | $2,000.00 |
| Waipā Creative Trail | $2,000.00 |
| Waikato Bay of Plenty Brass Band Nationals | $1,000.00 |
| Kihikihi Speedway Opening Meeting and Fireworks | $1,000.00 |
| Clive Steenson Memorial Regatta | $1,000.00 |
| Barkfest | $1,000.00 |
| Cambridge BMX Twilight Event 2026 | $1,000.00 |
| Stragglers Charity Car Show and Family Fun Day | $1,000.00 |
| Cambridge Christmas Festival | $1,000.00 |
| Waka Ama Regional Sprint Championships | $1,000.00 |
| Lucas Oil Hydro Thunder NZ Championships and NZ Powerboat Nationals | $1,000.00 |
| Waipā Fun Run | $1,000.00 |
| Pirongia Te Aroaro o Kahu Restoration Society Inc 2027 Matariki Herenga Waka | $1,000.00 |
Who can apply?
To be eligible for funding:
- A significant part of your event must take place in the Waipā District.
- Your event must be held before Wednesday, June 30, 2027.
- Your application must be completed in full and include all required supporting information.
- If you've previously received District Promotion Fund support, you must have submitted your post-event report before applying again.
How applications are assessed
We'll consider whether your event:
- Attracts visitors to Waipā and delivers economic benefits.
Please note that incomplete applications, or events already receiving funding through another Waipā District Council fund, will not be considered.
Key dates
- Applications close: 5pm, Friday, August 21.
- Committee meets: 1pm, Monday, September 14.
- Applicants notified by: Friday, September 18.
Need help?
If you have any questions or would like to discuss your event or application, please email events@waipadc.govt.nz.
