Waimate
The District The Council

Welcome to Waimate District

Waimate, Centre of the South, New Zealand has Edwardian buildings lining the main street of this charming peaceful country town. Tall trees and a taller concrete silo mark Waimate, a centre for farming, forestry and berryfruits.

The Whitehorse, on the Hunter Hills, is made from concrete slabs and commemorates the Clydesdale horses which were originally used to break in the land. Waimate boasts several short walks including the Waimate Walkway which leads to the Whitehorse Lookout rewarding walkers breathtaking views over the district. The lookout is also accessible by road.

   

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NEW WAIMATE DVD

Showingcasing Waimate's histroy, events, industry and region.  Outstanding footage of the town and its people.  $20.00 per copy available from the Information Centre.

Contact

Waimate Visitor Information Centre,
75 Queen St,
Waimate 7924

Phone: +64 3 689 7771
Fax: +64 3 689 7791
Email: info@waimatedc.govt.nz

Hours:  Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm          Saturday only 10.00am - 2.00pm 

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Council Enquiries -Waimate District Council               Phone +64 3 689 0000

Email: diane@waimatedc.govt.nz

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Upcoming Events
Waimate Market
Waimate Market is held every Saturday morning from 10.00 am to 12.00 noon. Buy fresh, local produce...
Saturday,02 Jan 2010

Museum Exhibition - Ka Takata Whenua o Waihao
'Telling the stories of the people of Waihao'. Tuesday to Friday 1pm - 4pm, Sundays & Public Holidays...
Tuesday,11 May 2010

Waimate Trotting Club Annual Race Meeting
Waimates Trotting Clubs annual race meeting at Waimate Racecourse, 12.00 noon. ...
Saturday,05 Jun 2010