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Projects

District wide

Speed management around schools

Speed management around schools

We want to make sure that speeds are safe and appropriate around our schools and make our roads safer for everyone who uses them.

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Resource recovery centres

Resource recovery centres

We'll do a more detailed investigation into the options and come back to the community with the information and costs.

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Walk, bike & ride in Matamata-Piako

Walk, bike & ride in Matamata-Piako

*ON HOLD UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE* A $2.8 million package of upgrades to improve biking, walking and public transport options in Matamata-Piako are on its way.

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Pride of Place

Pride of Place is about teaming up with our communities helping to support local projects that improve our towns Website under construction

Walking & cycling connections

Walking & cycling connections

We committed to a 'slow but steady' approach to improving walking and cycling connections across the district, and plan to continue acquiring land to support this.

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Matamata Ward

Waharoa Aerodrome RMP Review

Waharoa Aerodrome RMP Review

The Reserve Management Plan is in the process of being reviewed and a Master Plan created

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Matamata Domain Playground Upgrade

Matamata Domain Playground Upgrade

We've partnered with Matamata Futures to upgrade the Matamata Domain playground

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Matamata pedestrian connectivity

Matamata pedestrian connectivity

There is $250,000 in this year's budget to improve walking and cycling connectivity within Matamata

Hetana Street Reserve Framework Plan

Hetana Street Reserve Framework Plan

A Framework Plan for Hetana Street Reserve is to present a clear and compelling long-term vision to guide the future development of the reserve.

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Open Country Stadium

Open Country Stadium

This an exciting project designed to boost community wellbeing by creating a state-of-the-art sports and recreation facility.

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Swim Zone Matamata roof

Swim Zone Matamata roof

In late 2021 we removed the roof and structure from the indoor pool after finding out it was earthquake prone. A working group helped find a temporary roof solution that is now in place.

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Morrinsville Ward

Morrinsville Water

Morrinsville water

We have a new bore in place and draft resource consent to treat and supply additional water for Morrinsville. Design of the Water Treatment Plant is under way, with construction planned for 2022/23.

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Morrinsville Rec Master Plan

Morrinsville Rec Master Plan

We've been working with the Morrinsville community on a Master Plan for the Recreations Grounds. We've got $250k in this year's budget to start implementing the plan.

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Thomas Park Playground

Thomas Park Playground

The Thomas Park Playground is due for renewal. We've been consulting on designs and aim to get a new park installed this year

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Te Aroha Ward

Te Aroha Spa Project

Te Aroha Spa Project

We committed to building an $18.9 million spa in Te Aroha if the review of the business case stacks up. Design concepts have been developed and work on an investment case is underway.

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Te Aroha Industrial development

Te Aroha Industrial development

Council recently purchased a property at 25 Waihou Rd, Te Aroha and is investigating rezoning and developing this land for light industrial use.

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Waitoa Water Supply

Waitoa Water Supply

We have been working alongside Fonterra and the residents of Waitoa to investigate potential options for the town's water supply.

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Te Aroha Boat Ramp

Te Aroha Boat Ramp

The area known as the Boat Ramp in Te Aroha needs an upgrade to keep up with demand, so we're planning to deliver this upgrade in 2022/23.

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We're also still working on...

There are also a number of projects that have ground work under way or are dependant on third parties (e.g. partners or funding). These projects haven't fallen off our radar, and may also get under way if funding or 'people on the ground' help drive them forward. These include:

  • The Te Aroha Bike Skills Park - in partnership with Te Aroha Mountain Bike Club
  • Improvements to dog parks - last year we made bylaw changes to designate land for dog parks in Matamata and Te Aroha. We are keen to work with community groups on improvements at these sites (e.g. fencing, seats etc)