Community Notices & Upcoming Events
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Fireworks Display
As part of the Matariki celebrations, a fireworks display will take place on Friday, June 13th at Russell Park, Waipukurau.
The display is expected to begin around 8pm. Please take necessary precautions for pets and livestock that may be sensitive to loud noises.
A big thank you to the Waipukurau Jockey Club, who have kindly offered stabling for horses for those concerned about their animals being close to the fireworks. To arrange stabling contact Kirsty Lawrence from the Waipukurau Jockey Club
Takapau Centennial Trust - Applications Open
Applications close 13th June 2025
The Takapau Centenial Trust invites applications for grants or subsidies from any club, society, sport body or individual living or with principal place of activity within the area commonly known as the Takapau Plains. Applications can be picked up from Taylor Made Gates or by emailing takapaucentennialtrust@gmail.com. Contact the trustess Lincon Taylor, Damien Ward, Sheryl Stewart, Campbell Irons, Kate Taylor or Heather Mabin for more information.
CHB A&P Association AGM
Monday 23rd June | 6pm
CHB A&P Showgrounds, 26 Mitchell Street, Waipukurau
All welcome are welcome to attend. If you're keen to get involved with the CHB A&P Show, this is a great opportunity to find out more. Whether you're interested in joining as a member, volunteering, or just want to hear what they're up to, head along and be part of a proud local tradition.
Waipukurau Club AGM
Wednesday 25th June | 6pm
Waipukurau Club, 10 Russell Street
All members are warmly invited to attend. Stay informed, get involved, and help guide the direction of the Waipukurau Club for the year ahead.
Waipukurau & Districts RSA AGM
Sunday 27th July 2025 | 2pm
Waipukurau Club, 10 Russell Street
Members are invited to submit Remits, Notices of Motion and nominations for the Executive no later than 4pm, 18 July 2025 to the Secretary evan.wright10@yahoo.co.nz
Cranford Hospice Fundraiser
14 June | Waipawa Municipal Theatre
The annual Fabric a Brac fundraiser is back. If you have a fabric to donate or would like to book a stall to sell off your surplus fabric and craft supplies please get in touch with Andrea from Curtis Fabrics in the Tavistock Hotel, Ruataniwha St Waipukurau
Waipukurau Rotary Club Fundraiser
Pea Straw for sale, good clean pea vine, excellent for stock or your garden. Available in lots of 10 bales for $180. Smaller quantities are available and delivery can be made by arrangement - Contact Donald Cooper on 0274789432 to order. Proceeds will go towards community projects.
Planning Takapau District’s 150th Anniversary - Labour Weekend 23-26 October 2026
Idea's wanted!
The organising committee want to make this two –day event a celebration for everyone, and they need your help to make it memorable. They’re reaching out to all local community groups, clubs, schools, and orgainsations.
Here’s how you can get involved:
Share your ideas: What kind of activities, events, static displays, demonstration games, activities would you like to share? Are there any traditions, stories, or cultural elements you want to highlight?
Get your group involved: The would love to see community groups, clubs, and schools participate in this celebration. Whether it’s hosting an event, providing entertainment, or contributing in any way, your involvement will be crucial to making this a success.
Email: takapau150@gmail.com
CHB Water Restrictions - Level 2
As of Thursday May 29th all of Central Hawke's Bay is on Level 2 water restrictions.
SPRINKLER & HOSES ONLY ON ALTERNATE DAYS
Watering gardens
Odds and evens apply, so odd numbered houses can use sprinklers and hoses on odd date days of the month and even numbered houses can use sprinklers and hoses on even date days of the month.
Sprinklers can only be used for one hour, before 9 am and after 5 pm.
Hoses fitted with a trigger nozzle can be used before 10 am and after 4 pm but cannot be left running unattended.
Watering cans and buckets are permitted.
Washing of vehicles and/or buildings
Washing of vehicles and/or buildings is permitted only with a hose fitted with a trigger nozzle.
Swimming pools
Residents are permitted to top-up swimming pools or spas.
Hard surfaces
Hosing of hard surfaces as part of general cleaning is NOT permitted. Spot cleaning for health, safety or emergency reasons only is permitted.
CHB Hippocampe all-terrain wheelchair
The Hippocampe all-terrain wheelchair is free to book for your summer adventures! The new wheelchair can be used on the beach, trails, forest walks and parks. It is easily transportable, can go into the water and has interchangeable wheels for either beach or land use - it is seriously amazing! Book it today and plan an adventure without any barriers, get in touch with the team at Centralines Sports Complex - 06 858 89 72
CHB Community Patrols - Volunteers Wanted
Community Patrols Waipukurau are looking for volunteers to help with evening community patrols across Waipukurau & Waipawa. Patrols usually take 2-2.5 hours, and volunteers patrol in teams of two. Volunteers can expect to be patrolling schools and businesses, checking for insecure buildings, damage and looking out for suspicious activity which is reported directly to local police. For more information about becoming a volunteer please contact Chairman Bruce Poole on 06 858 9940 or 027 244 9090
Tararua District Water Restrictions
Ākitio: Total Outdoor Ban
Dannevirke: Alternate Days
Eketāhuna: Get Ready (no restrictions)
Norsewood: Get Ready (no restrictions)
Pahiatua: Alternate Days
Pongaroa: Get Ready (no restrictions)
Woodville: Get Ready (no restrictions)
Alternate Day Restrictions
Hand-held hoses only on alternate days, i.e. houses with even street numbers on even days and houses with odd street numbers on odd days.
Examples of Hand-held hoses include sprinklers, hoses and water blasters
After-hours access is now available at Te Huinga Wai - The Knowledge and Learning Hub (Waipukurau Library).
Once this membership is added on to your library card you can access the building after hours until 11pm each day, including Saturday after 1.30pm and all day Sunday. This space can be used to run night classes, hold meetings, study, or you can approach us if you have an idea about how you could be using the library after hours. To get inducted speak to library staff or text: 027 206 3020More information is available here: https://www.chblibrary.nz/our-services/connect-to-learn/
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Upcoming Events
Regular Sessions
Takapau Arts Centre
Your first 3 visits are free – Beginners welcome
| Monday/Tuesday | Time | Group Contact |
| Yoga | 9.30am Monday | Cheryl Duckett 8587022 |
| Scrapbooking | 11.15am 2nd Mon & Tues | Karen Fraser 029 7777 533 |
| Wednesday | ||
| Fibre Fun | 9.30am | Nancy Neal 022 6049455 |
| Upholstery | 7pm | Helen Clark 855 8398 |
| Garden Group | 1st Wed 10am-12noon | Anne- Marie Bancks 858 6928 |
| Thursday | ||
| Patchwork & Sew | 10am | Marge Whitney 858 9705Judy Thomsen 858 9019 |
| Friday | ||
| Upholstery | 10am | Sherry Majors 021 1206889 |
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