Land sharing reaps rewards
Across the country, a growing land-sharing movement is connecting people who want to farm with those who have available land.
In a local example, Carl Barnes, a former chef who once cooked for the likes of Angelina Jolie and Tom Cruise, is now growing nutrient-rich organic food for local tables and other chefs.
An organic system that’s delivering results
Happy hens, cows and sheep are living their best lives on Arnstead Farm at Ikawai, on the plains of the Waitaki River.
Diversity, resilience and big biological bombs are all part of the system producing high quality food for top eateries and tables across the country
Big Organic Day Out marks a year on from incinerator fight
It’s been a year since Waimate said no to the incinerator - but the conversation around waste hasn’t gone away.
At the Big Organic Day Out, the focus shifted to what comes next, with a clear message: we need to get better with our waste - and it’s easier than you might think.
We look at where Why Waste Waimate Inc is now, and share some simple, practical tips to help you cut down what you throw out.
Top bowlers heading to Waimate for tournament return
One of Waimate’s major sporting events is making a comeback, with the Waimate Storage Invitational White Horse Pairs Tournament set for 11-12 April.
The big guns of NZ golf are heading to Waimate for the tournament, it will be a great couple of days of action.
Funding boost for Waimate Rodeo Club
Community groups across Mid and South Canterbury have shared more than $100,000 in the latest funding round from the Community Trust of Mid and South Canterbury - including support for one of Waimate’s key events.
What’s driving demand for Waimate property
Waimate’s changed over the past decade, with more people visiting - and more choosing to stay.
We sat down with local property experts Julie-Anne Davidson (Jules) and Dionne Haywood to see what that means for the market.
New chair steps in at Waimate Art Society
The Waimate Art Society has a new chair, with local photographer Tiffany Ottley stepping into the role.
Ottley says she’s looking forward to building on the work of previous chairs and committee members, and continuing to grow what is already a well-supported creative community.
Wallabies on notice as funding secured for 9km Studholme Bush fence
Wallabies, pigs and goats have had the run of Studholme Bush Scenic Reserve for years.
But not for much longer.
Free stalls encourage next generation of market traders
Young entrepreneurs are now a regular feature at the Waimate Community Market.
After trialling free stalls for kids in January and seeing a strong response, the market committee has decided to make the idea permanent.
Government backs The Waimate Trail with major funding boost
The New Zealand Government has committed significant funding to The Waimate Trail, marking a major step forward for the scenic cycling and walking project that has gathered steady community support.
New Waimate Fund invites locals to leave a lasting legacy
A crowd gathered at Waimate’s historic Quinns Arcade on Tuesday night for the launch of the Waimate District Fund - a new endowment fund designed to grow over time and provide ongoing grants for local community projects.
Andrew Jones steps into principal role at Waimate High School
We’ve been chatting to new Waimate High School principal Andrew Jones about where he’s come from, why he’s here, and why South Canterbury is a great place to raise and educate kids.
Whitehorse trails get new signage as use continues to grow
Regular users of the Whitehorse trails will notice something new this summer - map board signs have been installed across the trail network, marking a practical step in its evolution - from a local riders’ playground to a professional district asset.
Culture counts here
How does a small rugby club on the South Island’s east coast become NZ Rugby’s Club of the Year in 2025?
We don’t let kids fail
Did you know that Waimate High School now sits at the top end of schools in the Aoraki region in several areas, including academic?
Rural high school myth busting
Small rural schools mean limited opportunities? At Waimate High School - the opposite has proven true.
Dr Margaret Cruickshank and the town that never forgot her
More than a century on, Dr Margaret Cruickshank is still part of everyday life in Waimate.
Waimate’s water is excellent
Despite NZ Tomorrow ending its Waimate segment with a song claiming the town’s water was f’d, Greenpeace has since rated the supply “excellent”.