It’s fantastic to have the generous support of funders, organisations and local businesses. Thank you!
Event Partner
We’re grateful for the support of the Creative Communities Scheme. They’ve helped make the Waipā Creative Trail a free event for our community.
This funding, through Waipā District Council in partnership with Creative New Zealand, supports local arts and cultural activity and helps make events like this possible.
Thank you for helping creativity thrive in Waipā!
For more information: click here.
Brand & Design Partner
Charlotte Farmer from Tide & Trace rebranded the Waipā Creative Trail with a fresh new look. She also designed the Trail poster, guide and other key digital and print assets. We’re thrilled to have her support.
Tide & Trace is a NZ design studio creating strategy-backed brands and websites for small businesses. Every project starts with clarity on your audience, competitors, and where you sit in the market, then turns that into a design that feels premium and performs. Built on strategy. Made to leave a mark.
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For more information: www.tideandtrace.co.nz
Print Partner
Shout out and thank you to Rosetown Print for supporting the Waipā Creative Trail.
Jayne and the team have been incredibly helpful and have made sure the posters, Trail Guides, and signage look top-notch.
Their support helps us create a professional, welcoming experience for visitors and creatives across the Trail.
For more information: www.rosetownprint.co.nz
Official Trail Cafe Stops
There are three café stops on this year’s Trail, and all are well-positioned along the route to give you a chance to pause and refuel.
For good coffee, great food, and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, visit Jess and the team at Cirque Eatery
You’ll find them at:
📍47 Pengover Avenue, Cambridge
Open 8.30am–3.30pm, every day
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Michelle and the team at are known for serving great coffee and good food, and for providing a warm welcome.
You’ll find them at:
📍1050 Franklin Street, Pirongia
Open Tuesday to Sunday
8.30am–2.30pm
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For more information: mountainfolk.co.nz
Fresh, flavourful cabinet food, strong coffee, and a mix of pantry goods and gifts. A relaxed space to grab a bite to eat and pick up something to take home.
You’ll find them at:
📍69 Mahoe Street, Te Awamutu
Open 7am – 4pm, Monday – Friday |
Saturday 7.30am – 2.30pm
Closed Sunday
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For more information: www.redkitchencafe.com/