The ability to use or afford private or public transport is a major barrier for many people with a disability, with no Government funding for transport assistance for disabled people to access a day support…
The ability to use or afford private or public transport is a major barrier for many people with a disability, with no Government funding for transport assistance for disabled people to access a day support…
The thoroughbred racing industry was given a shake-up recently, with the release of John Messara’s report into the future of horse racing in New Zealand. With a proposal to reduce the number of tracks from…
The Cambridge Chamber of Commerce’s new CEO, Kelly Bouzaid, is positively fizzing about her new role, saying it has “come at the perfect time”. It’s an excitement shared by the Chamber’s president, Phil Mackay, who…
The importance of safety around dogs became evident recently when a woman was bitten by a dog after entering the owner’s property. The woman, a representative from Genesis Energy, entered the local property through a…
A small but passionate group of ‘Stop the Drop’ protestors brought the anti-1080 message to Cambridge on Saturday afternoon last weekend – part of a nationwide campaign against the controversial poison. Local protest organiser Koreen…
I caught up with Leamington celebrity dog and balloon-lover Misty on Wednesday morning last week, out for a walk with her owner Nicole Mackenzie and sister Bella. Nicole said seven-year-old Misty has been heavily into…
Two dates in October are likely to be of special interest to Cambridge’s senior residents and those who support them. Monday October 1 will see the Cambridge Global Walk take place, marking the International Day…
Daffodil Day volunteers were out in force recently, stocking the town with beautiful bouquets of daffodils and raising funds for the Cancer Society’s biggest annual fundraiser on August 31. Over 20,000 blooms were sold in…
Tania Witheford’s last major function in her capacity as Cambridge Chamber of Commerce CEO was the recent 2018 Waipa Networks Business Awards. She had announced her impending departure several months ago but agreed to support…
Students at Cambridge High and St Peter’s School have been hearing the ins and outs of Youth Parliament from local MP Louise Upston, someone whose political career was sparked back in her school days. Held…
