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Can You Help Spread The Word? TCC Seeks Sign Hosts Across Tamahere
The Tamahere Community Committee is looking for residents and businesses to display new Tamahere Forum signs on fences, walls, shop frontages or gates. A small sign in the right location can help more residents discover the Forum and strengthen the community voice.
Read MoreTime Running Out for Waikato Communities to Shape Local Government Reform
Waikato communities have until 9 August 2026 to influence how local government is restructured. Councils that fail to submit voluntary amalgamation proposals may have a structure imposed on them by the Government. This affects every Tamahere resident.
Read MoreTamahere Community Open Day Draws Strong Engagement and Clear Community Direction
The Open Day has been hailed as a success, with residents providing a remarkably consistent picture of what they value most about Tamahere. Mayor Aksel Bech, CEO Craig Hobbs and Regional Councillor Noel Smith attended the Q&A session.
Read MoreRecord Predator Catch Highlights Community Conservation Success
Predator Free Tamahere celebrates a major milestone - 13,419 pest animals removed since 2022 and 569 registered traps now active across the community. Volunteers will be at the Open Day on 14 June. Next community evening on 17 August.
Read MoreTamahere Open Day Returns - Sunday 14 June, 2:00pm-5:00pm
The Tamahere Community Committee hosts its second Community Open Day at the Tamahere Community Centre. Topics include Vision Tamahere 2075, local government reform, the Tamahere Drive upgrade, WTR FastTrack, Southern Links, and environmental programmes. The Mayor and CEO will attend. Free entry - all welcome.
Read MoreMinutes From The Last Meeting - Safety, Growth And Tamahere's Future In Focus
Community safety, infrastructure improvements and future planning featured strongly at the June TCC meeting. Jane Manson receives King's Service Medal. Progress on park toilet block, CCTV upgrades, Tamahere Drive plans published, Southern Links concerns raised, and Open Day preparations underway.
Read MoreCouncillors Signal Major Change Ahead For Waikato District
Crystal Beavis and Mike Keir report WDC is exploring major local government restructuring under the Government's 'Simplifying Local Government' initiative. Councils have until August 9 to propose amalgamations. Fast-track developments, water services transfer and a new road corridor bylaw also covered.
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Major Tamahere Drive Upgrade Moves Toward 2027 Construction
Detailed design is underway with construction targeted for January-March 2027. Plans include approximately 100 new parking spaces, widened shared paths, upgraded footpaths and multiple new pedestrian crossing locations throughout the village corridor.
Read MoreTamahere Voices Sidelined As Southern Links Plans Gather Pace
NZTA confirmed the TCC is not officially recognised as a stakeholder in the Southern Links planning process. TCC members strongly opposed proposals near Tamahere Drive, warning of toll road bypass fears and unmodelled freight traffic from the WTR FastTrack development.
Read MoreFieldays Traffic Set To Impact Tamahere And Wider Waikato Network
Residents across Tamahere, Matangi, Ohaupo and the wider Waikato are advised to prepare for significant congestion as National Fieldays returns to Mystery Creek 10-13 June. Key changes affect Raynes Road, Airport Road and the Tamahere Interchange.
Read MorePeanut Roundabout Progress Update: 19 May Reopening Still in Sight
Steady progress on the Morrinsville Road roundabout near Silverdale Road. Concrete pours complete, traffic signal poles going in. The 19 May reopening target remains in play - but there is still critical work to finish.
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Tamahere Forum Relaunches as a True Community Discussion Platform
The Tamahere Forum has stepped into a new phase - moving beyond a traditional noticeboard into a fully functional discussion platform. Residents are encouraged to jump in, explore threads, and add their voice.
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Proposed Tamahere Racecourse Raises Big Questions for Local Residents
Plans to establish a purpose-built racecourse and equine events centre on 150 hectares of Tamahere farmland have been publicly announced. Residents have growing questions about property values, rural character, and planning processes.
Read MoreTamahere Calls for Community Volunteers as Civil Defence Efforts Step Up
Residents are urged to join the local Community Response Group. Around six volunteers are needed to strengthen Tamahere's civil defence capability. Contact Peter Nation before 30 April 2026.
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Can You Help Spread The Word? TCC Seeks Sign Hosts Across Tamahere
The Tamahere Community Committee is looking for residents and businesses willing to display new Tamahere Forum signs. Help promote tamahereforum.org and strengthen the community voice.
Time Running Out for Waikato Communities to Shape Local Government Reform
Waikato communities have until 9 August 2026 to influence how local government is restructured. Councils that fail to submit voluntary amalgamation proposals may have a structure imposed on them by the Government.
Tamahere Community Open Day Draws Strong Engagement and Clear Community Direction
The Open Day has been hailed as a success, with residents providing a remarkably consistent picture of what they value most about Tamahere. Mayor Aksel Bech, CEO Craig Hobbs and Regional Councillor Noel Smith attended the Q&A session.
Record Predator Catch Highlights Community Conservation Success
Predator Free Tamahere celebrates 13,419 pest animals removed since 2022 and 569 registered traps active across the community. Volunteers at the Open Day on 14 June. Next community evening 17 August.
Minutes From The Last Meeting - Safety, Growth And Tamahere's Future In Focus
Community safety, infrastructure, and future planning at the June TCC meeting. Jane Manson receives King's Service Medal. Park toilet block, CCTV upgrades, Tamahere Drive plans, Southern Links concerns, and Open Day preparations covered.
Tamahere Open Day Returns - Sunday 14 June, 2:00pm-5:00pm
The Tamahere Community Committee hosts its second Community Open Day at the Tamahere Community Centre. Free entry. The Mayor and CEO will attend. Topics include Vision Tamahere 2075, local government reform, Tamahere Drive upgrade, WTR FastTrack, Southern Links, and environmental programmes.
Councillors Signal Major Change Ahead For Waikato District
Crystal Beavis and Mike Keir update on local government restructuring, fast-track developments, IAWAI water services transfer, road corridor bylaw feedback, and Fieldays traffic changes.
Major Tamahere Drive Upgrade Moves Toward 2027 Construction
Detailed design is now underway with construction targeted for January-March 2027. Around 100 new parking spaces, widened shared paths and major pedestrian safety improvements planned.
Tamahere Voices Sidelined As Southern Links Plans Gather Pace
NZTA confirmed the TCC is not officially recognised as a stakeholder in the Southern Links planning process. TCC members opposed proposals near Tamahere Drive, warning of toll road bypass fears and unmodelled WTR freight traffic.
Peanut Roundabout Progress Update: 19 May Reopening Still in Sight
Steady progress on the Morrinsville Road roundabout near Silverdale Road. All concrete pours complete, traffic signals going in. The 19 May reopening target remains in play.
Tamahere Forum Relaunches as a True Community Discussion Platform
The Tamahere Forum has stepped into a new phase, moving beyond a traditional noticeboard into a fully functional discussion platform. TCC Chairman Charles Fletcher welcomes the updated site.
TCC Update - April 2026: Community Response & Upcoming Issues
Following the successful Community Open Day and the community's resilient response to Cyclone Vaianu, the TCC is focused on the next phase of engagement - including the proposed racecourse, Southern Links, and Vision Tamahere 2075.
Tamahere Calls for Community Volunteers as Civil Defence Efforts Step Up
Residents are urged to join the local Community Response Group. Around six volunteers needed. Contact Peter Nation before 30 April 2026.
TCC Meeting Minutes Summary - December 2025
The Committee reviewed the draft TCC Charter 2025-2028, with members noting areas needing clarification around conflict of interest and communication expectations.
Bus Trial Update - Tamahere Route Progress
The community bus trial continues with growing ridership. Latest figures and route performance data from the Waikato District Council.
Tamahere Park Fitness Equipment - Installation Complete
The new outdoor fitness equipment at Tamahere Domain is now open to the public. A summary of what was installed and how to use it.
TCC Final Meeting of the Year - Key Outcomes
A summary of decisions made at the final TCC meeting for 2025, including budget approvals and plans for the coming year.
Vandalism Concerns in Tamahere Reserve
Residents have raised concerns about recent vandalism at Tamahere Reserve. The committee is working with WDC to address the issue.
WDC Open Day Report - Record 600+ Residents Attend
A record turnout at the Waikato District Council Open Day, with Tamahere residents raising key infrastructure and rates questions.
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