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Manufacturing

Visionary local entrepreneur and major shareholder of Architectural Profiles Ltd (APL), Mitch Plaw, spearheaded the establishment of the groundbreaking manufacturing facility in Hautapu. It’s an architectural masterpiece that prioritises sustainability and operational efficiency. The building boasts advanced technologies in construction, hybrid mechanical services, electronic LED lighting, and manufacturing machinery. It has also achieved a 5 Greenstar rating, which signifies its world-cl...

Welcome

The vibrancy and attractiveness of Cambridge has led to a population boom here over the past decade. An estimated 21,600 people live in the town (according to Stats NZ projections for June 2022), an increase from 18,654 in 2018. Affectionately known as The Town of Trees, Cambridge’s welcoming community, natural beauty and village-like character appeals to both residents and visitors alike....

An Estate, vineyard, equestrian showjumping and so much more

This paradise covers 200 hectares of rolling hills in Maungatautari and offers an unforgettable experience for visitors. At the heart of the estate lies the vineyard, which produces award-winning varietals of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Rose. The grapes are handpicked and carefully crafted into premium wines that are a testament to the estate's dedication to quality.But Takapoto Estate is more than just a winery. The estate offers an exceptional equestrian facility too. The Winter Series an...

Eat, play, live

Cambridge offers an array of unique and delightful experiences and a convenient and welcoming atmosphere that enhances your journey of discovery. Picture this: free parking throughout the town, allowing you to explore leisurely without the worry of searching for a spot in a parking building. Everything is within walking distance, from the charming shops to the cafés and bustling markets. As you stroll along the streets, you'll feel the sense of community that sets Cambridge apart. Cam...

Introduction

With its tree lined streets, heritage buildings and boutique shopping and eateries, Cambridge is the perfect combination of charm, class and charisma.  The abundance of green spaces, the power of Maungatautari and the majesty of the Waikato River add to the beauty of the area.  Part of Waipā Home of Champions, Cambridge has a very proud tradition of raising champion sportspeople. With world-class sporting facilities on our doorstep like the Grassroots Trust Velodrome and Lake Karāpir...

The history of Cambridge

Horotiu PāHorotiu Pā was a huge Māori settlement that once occupied the whole Cambridge central business district. The name Horotiu connects back to Rakatāura, the tohunga (navigating priest) of the Tainui waka, a double-hulled voyaging canoe that travelled to Aotearoa New Zealand from Polynesia around 800 years ago. Rakatāura named the Waikato River ‘Horotiu’, meaning ‘swift currents’. Over generations, Horotiu Pā was a safe haven for many tribes of Tainui. It was a place of refug...