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School receives much-needed boost

Cambridge Middle School will soon see an end to its struggle to find space for a growing student role. The intermediate school, one of Cambridge’s most-affected schools under the strain of a growing population, will…

Upston to attend Anzac services in Le Quesnoy

Cambridge local and Taupo electorate MP Louise Upston will be attending Anzac services in Le Quesnoy, France this year – Cambridge’s sister city. “This year I will be taking part in the procession to the…

Bonnie & Clyde sure to excite

The story of the infamous outlaw couple Bonnie and Clyde will be performed on the St Peter’s stage next month. Bonnie & Clyde the musical will feature Year 13 student Liberty Jack as the leading…

Students pitch-in for mural

A team of eight Cambridge High School artists have brightened up the boards protecting the Stirling Sports shop frontage on Victoria Street. The clever students ranging from Year 9 to 13 created a depiction of…

Churches remind why we celebrate Easter

Many Cambridge residents will be enjoying some extra time off this long weekend as the much-anticipated Easter weekend arrives. Whether you’re enjoying a final beach getaway for the summer, or simply staying at home to…

Student volunteer efforts recognised

Cambridge High School student Malaika Kilian was presented with a special certificate and jacket by the Waikato Institute of Leisure and Sport Studies on April 1, during Student Volunteer Week, for her volunteer work with…

Cycling festival fast approaching

Cyclists are gearing up for a highlight of the Cambridge cycling calendar – the 2019 Grassroots Trust Cambridge Cycling Festival. From three-year-olds on training wheels to elite world champions, cyclists of every age and ability…

Students visit parliament from the classroom

MP Louise Upston met with Cambridge students recently to show them how they can get involved in Parliament. Visiting Year 9 students at St Peter’s School on March 29, the Taupo electorate MP demonstrated how…

Easter eggs sure to bring a smile

One person has made a difference for young children in Cambridge, organising a collection of hundreds of Easter eggs for those who otherwise may not have received a chocolate egg this year. The kicker is,…

Apiary building gutted by blaze

Nine fire crews from around the district were called to a fiery scene in Ohaupo recently when a bee apiary caught fire. The building was fully involved in flames when firefighters arrived, and four tankers…

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