Council online Support Session for Volunteer Community Event organisers, 16 May, 6 p.m.

https://www.waikatodistrict.govt.nz/events/upcoming-events/event/2023/05/16/default-calendar/drop-in-session-event-planning-and-process? “Whether you want to organise an event, need help with volunteer processes, or don’t know where to start with seasonal sport arrangements, this drop-in session will guide you through the processes and give you a chance to ask our team some burning questions.  If you have any questions, please contact Teresa.Lange@waidc.govt.nz “

Plans, buses, carparks – lots to discuss -Matangi Community Committee Meeting, Tuesday May 9, 7 p.m. Tamahere Council and Community Space. All Welcome.

Proposed District Plan – Decisions Version A number of Matangi residents submitted to the new District Plan so it is interesting to see the changes that have been decided upon. It is still a proposed plan as there are a number of appeals still to be heard. The mapping tool is also a great way… Read More Plans, buses, carparks – lots to discuss -Matangi Community Committee Meeting, Tuesday May 9, 7 p.m. Tamahere Council and Community Space. All Welcome.

Tamahere-Woodlands Councillors’ update May 2023: Challenges ahead and our ANZAC traditions

Tamahere-Woodlands Councillors’ update May 2023: Challenges ahead and our ANZAC traditions We are facing challenging times. Economic conditions have changed dramatically since the Council adopted its last “Long Term Plan” covering the year ahead. General rates rising With high inflation and rising interest rates, higher than expected depreciation on our assets, and disaster recovery costs… Read More Tamahere-Woodlands Councillors’ update May 2023: Challenges ahead and our ANZAC traditions

Tamahere-Woodlands Councillors’ update April 2023: Telephone Rd closure, Council budgets and natural burials!

A final decision on the future of the SH1B Telephone Rd rail crossing has been put off for another year, but its ongoing closure is deeply disappointing for the community including your local Waikato District Councillors Mike Keir and I (Crystal Beavis). In a report published on its website, Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency says… Read More Tamahere-Woodlands Councillors’ update April 2023: Telephone Rd closure, Council budgets and natural burials!

Council Proposals looking for feedback by 27 March and 16 April

Follow the links below to find all the relevant documents and the submission forms: Proposed Traffic Bylaw 2023 Consultation is open from 27 February to 27 March. Have your say! The changes in the proposed bylaw include the: Proposed Public Places Bylaw 2023 Consultation is open from 27 February to 27 March. Have your say… Read More Council Proposals looking for feedback by 27 March and 16 April

Indoor Bowls Opening Night to night – March 7. Matangi Hall. 7.15 p.m.

“A game that is easy to learn but difficult to master” – and is unaffected by the weather. The Matangi Bowling Club has been meeting at the Matangi Hall for fun and competition for more than 70 years – there must be something to it – New players welcome. Coaching available. 7.15pm 7th March Matangi… Read More Indoor Bowls Opening Night to night – March 7. Matangi Hall. 7.15 p.m.

Tamahere-Woodlands Councillors’ update March 2023: Cyclone clean-up, progress on local government reform, and more!

Restoration of the damage caused by two major weather events in just two weeks in our District in the past month is ongoing and – at the time of writing – may have an impact on the Council’s work programmes for a while. Waikato District Council was one of 11 Councils to declare a State… Read More Tamahere-Woodlands Councillors’ update March 2023: Cyclone clean-up, progress on local government reform, and more!

Local Events of Interest At the Sculpture Park and at The English Cherry Tree Manor

Stories in the Landscape ends 26 February The Sculpture Park at Waitakaruru Arboretum https://www.sculpturepark.co.nz/exhibitions/stories-in-the-landscape-2022 Coming up on Saturday, 25th March, John Wakeling will be giving a botanical tour of the park.  Please book online for it:  https://www.sculpturepark.co.nz/cart/new Latest Sculpture Park Newsletter A Social Event to enjoy at the English Cherry Tree Manor in March The… Read More Local Events of Interest At the Sculpture Park and at The English Cherry Tree Manor