Newsline 31 July 2025
Intersection Signage Changes
Traffic control upgrades have recently been installed at several intersections around Waimate township to improve road safety and traffic flow. These changes aim to reduce driver confusion, enhance visibility, and respond to long-standing community concerns.
Gym Rebuild on Schedule
Those who have been missing their workouts are just months away from being able to access the facilities with the Waimate Gym expected to open by the end of September 2025.
Following last year’s fire at the Waimate Event Centre, remedial work, being carried out by Timaru Construction Ltd, is on schedule. The squash courts reopened on 7 July allowing members to resume play and the main rebuild of the gym has commenced.
Camping Season Approaches
There are just six weeks to go until the Waimate Lakes Camping areas open on Saturday 13 September 2025 with the season running through to 3 May 2026. Season passes are $525 for two adults and two dependants 5- to 15 years old. Casual camping is $20 per night (for a single or couple).
Wheelie Bin Gadgets
Tired of dragging heavy wheelie bins up long driveways every week or running after bits of rubbish that have escaped an upturned bin? Council has the solution to these frustrations with two useful accessories: the wheelie bin tow hitch and the wheelie bin lid latch.
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