News
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Help with staying warm available
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreIn addition to help with food, medication and transport, items used to keep warm are also available through the Waikato Welfare Call Centre on 0800 800 405.
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Hunting on private land allowed at Alert Level 3
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreHunters across New Zealand will be able to hunt on private land with special restrictions when New Zealand moves to COVID-19 Alert Level 3 next Tuesday 28 April.
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Show your support this ANZAC day
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreThis year, Anzac Day will be like no other. With services cancelled for the first time since 1916, New Zealanders are being asked to #StandAtDawn to show their support for our Anzacs.
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New support centre gives helping hand for Waipā businesses
NewsLocal businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic will benefit from a new phone-based support centre providing much-needed advice and assistance.
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Waipā pitches cycleway to government
NewsWaipā District Council has put a $16.2 million funding proposal to government to complete the Te Awa Cycleway.
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Last chance to apply for creative funding
NewsWaipā residents and groups have one more week to apply for funding for local creative projects.
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Welfare support will continue for those in need
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreWestern Waikato residents in need of welfare support can rest assured help will still continue during Alert Level 3.
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Council to stop collecting plastics grades 3, 4, 6 and 7
NewsPlastic grades 3, 4, 6 and 7 will no longer be collected as part of Waipā District Council’s kerbside recycling service.
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Waipā residents encouraged to mark Anzac Day at home
NewsWaipā residents are being urged to commemorate Anzac Day from home this year.
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Local celebrities share tips for staying fit and happy in your bubble
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreA creative boxing workout with his mum’s groceries is how Chiefs lock Laghlan McWhannell keeps his mind and body stimulated in his bubble.
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Council to reinstate more operations at Alert Level 3
NewsWaipā District Council will resume many of its services, projects and operations next week following the Prime Minister’s announcement this afternoon.
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Compliance not complacency – we’re still on level four
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreIncreased reports of social gatherings and un-essential travel during Alert Level 4 is raising concerns with Police and Civil Defence throughout the Waikato.
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The Rates Dilemma – why a zero rates increase may not be the answer
NewsThe impact of Covid-19 on New Zealand’s economy has been swift and devastating. In a matter of weeks, thousands of jobs across the country have been lost and more losses are expected to come.
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Keep calling the helpline – it’s working
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreWaikato’s 0800 800 405 welfare helpline has provided assistance to close to 1400 people throughout the region – but there is capability to help more.
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Household bubbles will be able to grow at level 3, but shouldn’t burst
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreHousehold bubbles will be able to expand when NZ moves to Alert Level 3 but keep it exclusive and keep it small.
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Don’t blow the halftime lead – we’re still on level four
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreThe announcement of what will happen when New Zealand moves to Alert Level 3 shouldn’t change how we behave under Alert Level 4.
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Waikato united on pitch for government funding
NewsWaikato mayors say local councils and their partners have “turned over every possible stone” in their bid to secure government money to help rebuild the Waikato economy following Covid-19.
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Western Waikato local hero – David Nordell
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreBuying groceries, collecting prescriptions and sourcing firewood is all in a day’s work for Western Waikato Emergency Operations Centre volunteer ‘buddy’ David Nordell.
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Sore throat? Flu symptoms? Get checked.
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentrePeople experiencing respiratory illnesses including sore throats or runny noses should call Healthline on 0800 358 5453.
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Hang in there, don’t get complacent
Western Waikato Emergency Operating CentreWestern Waikato Emergency Operating Centre staff are encouraging people to hang in there and don’t get complacent