News
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Christmas tree lights up Cambridge
NewsCambridge is set to glow when the town’s Christmas tree lights are officially switched on at 9pm tonight.
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Students take on the experts
NewsA group of students at Cambridge East Primary school were given the opportunity this week to grill a panel of Waipā District Council roading experts on the new speed limits.
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Picnic at the playground
NewsThe highly-anticipated opening of the Thompson Street Playground in Cambridge will be held on Sunday 15 December with a picnic at the playground.
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Iwi reps to sit on Council committees
NewsIwi representatives with full voting rights will sit on two more of Waipā District Council’s decision-making committees following a unanimous vote by councilors last week.
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Albert Park Pump Station blessed
NewsOn Thursday 21 November 2019, kaumatua from local iwi led a cultural blessing for the new Albert Park Pump Station site in Te Awamutu.
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Property values in Waipā soar
NewsProperty values in Waipā have soared by an average of around 25 per cent across the district, latest revaluation results show.
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Temporary library closure
NewsThe Cambridge Library will be temporarily closed for two weeks next month while necessary structural repairs are made to the building.
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Pirongia War Memorial Hall set to re-open
NewsPirongia War Memorial Hall on Franklin Street is set to re-open at the end of November following a recent detailed seismic assessment.
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Extra funds approved for Cambridge Pools
NewsAn extra $521,000 has been approved by Waipā District Council for critical remedial works on the 50m outdoor pool in Cambridge.
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Cambridge bridge closure for water leak repair
NewsThe Victoria Bridge in Cambridge was closed on Sunday 17 November while an emergency repair was made on a bulk water main.
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Thompson street playground nears completion
NewsMajor progress has been made on the renewal of the much loved Thompson Street Playground in Leamington, Cambridge.
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Over $300,000 refunded to Waipā residents
NewsHundreds of thousands of dollars have been refunded to Waipā residents over the past four months, thanks to a Government scheme designed to assist with rates bills.
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Waipuke Park open to more visitors
NewsSummer time in Waipā will get a whole lot better with a parking upgrade in the pipeline for popular swimming and recreational spot, Waipuke Park.
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Funding boost for creative projects in Waipā
NewsA mural project, a dance workshop, an arts festival and a free play for children are among the 11 initiatives to receive a funding boost from the latest round of the Creative Communities Scheme.
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Rose Garden sculpture back in action
NewsThe iconic bird sculpture at the Te Awamutu Rose Garden, which was recently given a polish and straighten, has now been returned to the garden and is back in action.
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New speed limits effective today
NewsWaipā residents are being reminded to check speed signs today as more than 200 new speed limits come into effect across the district.
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World’s top track cyclists to converge on Cambridge
NewsThe world’s best track cyclists are set to converge on Cambridge next month for a prestigious track cycling tournament.
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New Council sworn in
News“Kia kaha, kia toa, kia manawanui, otirā whakarongo - be strong, be brave, be steadfast, and hear the people.”
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Waipā set to get active
NewsFree Latin dance, yoga, pilates and zumba classes will be on offer throughout November to encourage Te Awamutu and Cambridge residents to get active.
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Seven safety tips for magpie swooping season
NewsIt’s spring nesting season and magpies in both city and country areas are becoming highly protective of their young, swooping on territorial threats.