News
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Waipā retains AA- Fitch rating for seventh year in a row
NewsInternational rating agency Fitch has reaffirmed Waipā District Council's credit rating as AA- with a stable outlook.
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Wastewater infrastructure gets an upgrade to support growth
NewsWork has started on a new wastewater pump station in Te Awamutu’s Pekerau Reserve to meet current levels of service and increasing demand and support new growth in the area.
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Trade providers benefit: $10.8M injection from council panel
NewsA total of $10.8M has been injected back into local trade service providers from August 2021 to May 2024, through a panel designed to streamline Waipā District Council’s procurement process.
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New playground opens at War Memorial Park
NewsUnique artwork is a key feature of the new Te Awamutu War Memorial Park playground, which is available for play from today.
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New Chief Executive announced for Waipā District Council
NewsAn experienced local government professional with a demonstrable track record has today been named as Waipā District Council’s next Chief Executive.
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Perry Aquatic Centre wins Public Architecture award
NewsCambridge’s Perry Aquatic Centre, Puna Kaukau o Te Oko Horoi, has won a top public architecture design award.
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Council calls time on Facebook comments
NewsWaipā District Council is following Nelson City Council’s lead by turning off comments on information-only posts on its Facebook page from today.
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Review to be undertaken into Cambridge Connections
NewsAn independent review will be undertaken into the development of the Cambridge Connections business case.
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Council slates government change on Māori wards
NewsWaipā District Council has slated the government directive forcing councils to hold binding polls before establishing Māori wards.
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EPA supports ministerial ‘call-in’ of waste to energy plant
NewsNew Zealand’s Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has come out in support of the Minister for the Environment ‘calling-in’ the proposal to build a waste to energy plant in Te Awamutu.
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Learnings to be had from 2023 severe weather events
NewsA report detailing the findings of the Government Inquiry into the North Island Severe Weather Events of early 2023 has been welcomed by Western Waikato Emergency Management (WWEM).
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Timely response prevents long-term water woes for Ōhaupō
NewsWaipā District Council’s investment into contingency planning ensured water continued to flow for Ōhaupō last week, after a six-metre-long crack in a water pipe caused a significant leak.
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Last week for feedback on Enhanced Annual Plan
NewsThere are five days left for residents to have their say on whether Waipā District Council has the balance right in its draft 2024/25 Enhanced Annual Plan.
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New bus timetable a bonus for commuters
NewsTravelling between the Waipā District and Hamilton City just became that much easier, with a new timetable doubling the number of daily services.
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Watermain renewals long-term gain for Cambridge
NewsWaipā District Council’s watermain renewal programme is moving into the Cambridge Central Business District.
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Young leader looking to make a difference
NewsThe call for a young aspiring Māori leader to join the national Tuia Leadership Programme has been answered by Tane Aruka Te Aho.
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Bridge location off the table for Cambridge Connections
NewsWaipā District Council has taken the potential location for a third bridge in Cambridge off the table and has extended the timeframe for people to give feedback.
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Upgraded carpark for Pirongia mountain bikers
NewsThe overflow carpark at the top of Sainsbury Road in Pirongia is getting a much-needed upgrade.
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Fees and charges open for consultation
NewsA 10 percent increase is proposed across the majority of Waipā District Council’s fees and charges for the 2024/25 year in the wake of escalating costs to deliver some services.
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Council seeks common sense, more time for housing rules
NewsWaipā District Council says being forced into a controversial housing density regime is not ‘achievable or appropriate’ for the district.
