The Waipā council has inherited a “legacy of neglect” when it comes to the Cambridge Water Tower, says the man leading a community initiative to save the historic building. Peter Fulton who chairs the Save…
The Waipā council has inherited a “legacy of neglect” when it comes to the Cambridge Water Tower, says the man leading a community initiative to save the historic building. Peter Fulton who chairs the Save…
Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari ranger Warwick Prewer has joined the at-risk species he’s been protecting for years. Warwick is one of eight rangers whose job it is to protect the many endangered species living within the…
Despite global and national economic pressures continuing to impact Waipā, the region is still performing better across some measures than many others in New Zealand, says leading economist Brad Olsen. Business growth is stronger here…
A controversial change to crop protection structures and shelterbelts in Waipā will have its own District Plan consultation following a flurry of complaints about kiwifruit shelters. Lobbying from landowners, industry groups and an appeal by…
A photo exhibition showcasing the life of Rewi Alley in New Zealand and China attracted larger than anticipated crowds for its two days in the Cambridge Town Hall last week. See: Rewi Alley’s legacy celebrated…
Cambridge’s Sophia Stratford had a typically youthful response to her recent success in the world’s most prestigious full-time saddlery course. “So stoked!” she said on social media, referring to her ‘very successful day at the…
A surgical hospital where patients stay for up to 48 hours will form part of the new $150 million Cambridge Health Hub on Laurent Road. The hospital replaces what was to be a single-storey Rehabilitation…
South Africans love it in Waipā; they must do because 52 of them swore allegiance to his Majesty the King of New Zealand at the latest citizenship ceremony. A record 108 new Kiwis agreed to…
A stellar crowd of Cambridge Olympians, local businesses and the hockey community packed the Town Hall on Saturday night to raise around $14,000 for Cambridge High School’s First X1 hockey teams. Both boys and girls…
Owner prosecuted An owner of a classified dangerous dog will face prosecution following an attack on another dog which resulted in severe injuries. Waipā’s animal control staff fielded 18 dog bite reports in the three…
