Newsline 15 August 2024
Famous Hut Restored
Restoration work on the famous hut at Knottingley Park and Arboretum has been completed. The project had been in the pipeline for quite some time and required a lot of planning due to the significance of the building. It is one of the oldest surviving buildings in Waimate.
Camping Fees Set for 2024/25 Season
Council has set the fees and charges for the Waimate Lakes Camping activity for the 2024/25 season. When coming to the decision, Council had to balance the desire to keep the camping affordable, while also ensuring campers who benefit from the well-maintained facilities pay an appropriate share.
Funding for Cycle Trail
Council has committed funds to support the construction of a cycle trail between Waimate and the Waihao Forks. The 13km offroad trail would travel through the Waimate Gorge, along the old railway line in Arno and past the limestone rocks, before ending at the Waihao Forks.
New Citizens Welcomed
Some long-term Waimate residents officially became New Zealand citizens at a ceremony at the Waimate Event Centre last month.
Representation Review Final Proposal
The representation arrangements for the Waimate District Council are proposed to remain in place for the 2025 and 2028 local elections, pending an appeal process. At an Ordinary Council Meeting on 23 July 2024, Council decided to keep the status quo for the makeup of its elected members and how they are elected.
Waste Management Plan Set Out
Council approved its Waste Management and Minimisation Plan 2024-30 at an Extraordinary Council Meeting last month. The document is a strategic document aimed at guiding the district’s waste management efforts. The plan outlines Council’s vision and targets for managing and minimising waste, as well as the associated costs.
