Community Notices & Upcoming Events
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Community Notice Board
Temporary Road Closure – Pōrangahau Road
Road closed: Monday Monday 13 and Friday 17 October, from 9am to 2:30pm.
Essential pre-seal repairs will be carried out on Pōrangahau Road near the roundabout. The closure is between the roundabout (connecting Wallace Road, Holyrood Terrace and Wellington Road) and Gaisford Terrace.
Detour route: Wallace Road – Reservoir Road – Racecourse Road – Gaisford Terrace.
Heavy vehicles: Detour via Racecourse Road.
Access for residents will remain, but expect minor delays during work hours. Please follow directions from on-site staff.
Temporary Closure Notice: Coronation Park main sports fields
The two main sports fields at Coronation Park in Waipawa will be closed for essential maintenance from this week until Sunday, 9 November.
The sports fields will be sprayed, and then new grass seed will be sown. These maintenance activities are essential to ensure the field remains in top condition for all users. The spray could be harmful to dogs, and the new grass seed is easily disturbed. For their safety and to help the new grass grow, please respect the fenced-off area and stay off the reserve to allow time for the grass to establish. Just a reminder that all of Coronation Park is an on-lead area. Please keep all dogs away from the closed fields.
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
Senior Chef – Free Course for Over 60s
This free programme, run under the umbrella of the Anglican Diocese of Waiapu, is designed for men and women over 60 who want to gain confidence and motivation in basic cooking. The course runs once a week for three hours and lasts for eight weeks. Participants will also have the chance to meet new friends and have fun in a relaxed setting. Group numbers are limited. To register, contact Viv Paton on 021 671 516.
Onga Onga 150 Years Jubilee Parade
Planning is well underway for the Onga Onga 150th Jubilee celebrations – and now’s the time to register your float for the big parade on Saturday, October 18th!
Organisers are calling for all floats, vintage vehicles, and walking groups to pre-register. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this historic event!
To register or find out more, contact Amy on 027 182 782 or Dick on 020 4188 6512. or email ongaongamuseum@gmail.com
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
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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Are you a group or club that meets regularly? Send us your information and we will list it under our regular sessions.
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Posters and further details can be emailed to shelly@centralfm.co.nz
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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