Newsline 26 September 2024
Calling Waimate's Unsung Heroes
The hunt is on for Waimate District’s unsung heroes with nominations open for the prestigious Mayoral-led Waimate District Annual Civic Awards.
Big Easy Trail Improvements Funded
Council approved a $10,000 Recreational Track Grant for the Point Bush Ecological Restoration Trust to regrade a section of the Whitehorse Big Easy trail at its Ordinary Council Meeting on 20 August.
This landscaping work will make the trail comply with the New Zealand Cycle Trails Grade 2 (Easy), meaning it is suitable for most riders including beginners, occasional cyclists, and families with limited cycling experience.
Old Approach Lands New Job
Although it can seem like all communication is digital these days, nothing is as effective as an in-person meeting.
A great example of this was shared by Mayors Taskforce for Jobs Employment Co-ordinator Lisa Dobson, resulting in a bright young man starting a new job.
Mayor Lobbies Intercity Buses Over Bypass
Mayor Craig Rowley has met with management from Intercity Bus Lines to discuss the issue of the company’s route bypassing Waimate township.
Rather than the bus stop on Victoria Terrace, the bus now stops at Nosh Cafe, located at the junction of State Highways 1 and 82. Safety issues have been raised related to the new stop’s 100km/h speed limit, limited parking spaces and lack of shelter.
Council Adds Support To LGNZ Remits
Mayor Craig Rowley and Councillor Tom O’Connor attended the Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) Annual General Meeting and Conference on behalf of Council in Wellington on 21-23 August 2024.
“One significant outcome was the chance to speak directly with the chief executive of Taumata Arowai, New Zealand’s water services regulator, about the issues related to providing safe and reliable rural drinking water,” Mayor Craig Rowley said.
