Consultation has begun on the proposed changes to the electoral wards for the Waikato District Council. For people in our area the change proposed is to create a Hamilton fringe ward to combine Newcastle and Tamahere wards with some additional communities, including Matangi Village which is currently in the Eureka Ward. Because of the high… Read More What do you think of these changes to the Council Wards?
Many great things are happening at the Sculpture Park beginning with a volunteer day ( huge variety of tasks on offer) and BBQ, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. this Saturday June 26. Please email Dorothy sculpturepark1@gmail.com to find out more or let her know you can help out.
https://www.google.com/maps/search/matangi+village/@-37.8005508,175.3577261,13z/data=!3m1!4b1 It has been a disappointment and frustration for some residents over several years that many maps did not recognise Matangi as a location or a community. With the help of Waikato District Council and Fire and Emergency changes have been made and have now also been approved and implemented by Google which will show… Read More Finding Matangi
The succession of Autumn colours here at the park has drawn many more visitors this year, particularly those interested in photography. Our 50 Shades of Autumn 2021 photography competition resulted in some really successful images. Autumn leaves are still colouring up throughout the park so next year the Trust may extend the length of time… Read More Sculpture Park Newsletter May 2021
When Councillor Aksel Bech went looking for some answers to traffic concerns at the junction of Matangi Road, SH26 and Silverdale Road he came across a proposal for NZTA to fund a new configuration that will improve the lives of those heading to Hamilton along Matangi Road. What do you think? The Council Report that… Read More How about a Roundabout to the city?
Matangi school new entrants, senior student buddies, parents, teachers and community members met, in perfect weather, in the Jack Foster Reserve on Friday May 7 to plant 1500 daffodil bulbs offered by the Council. Now we can look forward to a great display in spring, and for years to come. https://www.facebook.com/MatangiSchool/posts/3969836276439350
As Council’s Long Term Plan submissions close on May 7 the meeting for this quarter will now be on Monday May 3 in the Rec Centre at Matangi School at 7.30 p.m. Please bring your suggestions for Council that could improve the services, assets and facilities in our community.
Read about the Dirty Dog Challenge in June and the need to get Long Term Plan Feedback in on rates increases, pensioner housing , the inorganic rubbish collection and anything else you would like Council to include in its planning by May 7, 2021.
The following notice has been received from the Matangi Drainage Board: “Please note that spraying the the Matangi Drainage District drains will commence the beginning of May until completion by the end of May, weather dependent. The contractor is Green Streams, a Council approved applicator (No. R1391) and can be checked out via https://greenstreams.co.nz/ Any issues… Read More Matangi Drain Spraying Notification
https://www.facebook.com/events/1829099180573383/?active_tab=discussion “Join this drop in session, have your say and help us balance what’s right with what’s affordable for our district! The Waikato District Council Long Term Plan (LTP) sets out our vision, direction, work plan and budgets for the next 10 years. This LTP requires genuine collaboration between us, the council, you as the… Read More Council 10 Year Plan Drop in Session, Matangi Hall, Wednesday April 28, 6.30 – 8.00 p.m.
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