First applications called for new Heritage Fund

6 June 2013

Waipa District Council is calling for the first applications to its Heritage Fund.

The $70,000 fund was a key initiative introduced in the 10-Year Plan and aims to assist with the preservation and enhancement of the district's unique environmental, cultural, and built heritage.

There will be two allocations from the fund each year in September and March.

The fund is available to community members or groups working to safeguard our district's rich and diverse heritage and can be used to assist with physical works for buildings, objects, natural vegetation, habitats, cultural or archaeological sites.

The funds may also be used to assist with obtaining specialist advice where appropriate.

Application forms may be obtained from Council offices or downloaded from the Waipa District Council Website.

Applications for the September funding round close on June 30.