What is Waimate2gether?

Waimate2gether is a conduit between the people in Waimate with great ideas that will benefit our community and the resources to make them happen.

Who funds Waimate2gether? 

The Department of Internal Affairs funds the resourcing of the project (staffing, engagement and committee costs). Once in implementation phase, projects included in the plan will be supported by Waimate2gether to access funding through the DIA and other funding streams.

Is this a council initiative?

No, Waimate2gether was developed as a partnership between Waimate2gether and the Department of Internal Affairs under the Community Led Development Partnership programme. In this partnership the DIA offers advice and support and will work with other government agencies, tangata whenua, local authorities, funders, businesses and local organisations to support the community achieve their locally-led initiatives.

So it's not being funded by the ratepayers?

No, Waimate2gether is funded by the Department of Internal Affairs and works independently from the Waimate District Council.

How long will Waimate2gether be running? 

Waimate2gether is seeking funding for a five-year implementation period to support the resourcing of Waimate and implementation of community projects included in the plan.

If an idea requires significant funding, will it be ignored?

ALL ideas will be assessed on whether they will support the community’s vision and aspirations as captured under the community plan. Waimate2gether’s role is to support the implementation of projects driven by the community, for the community, big or small.

What happens after the five year implementation?

Waimate2gether’s aim is to develop a champion community that has the knowledge and access to resources it needs to continue to develop and deliver any project that benefits the community of Waimate.