Thank you Matamata Futures Trust for pushing this project along for a number of years – we are finally getting there!! 
“This project has been under consideration for several years. It has been promoted primarily by the Matamata Futures Trust, and now has the backing of Matamata-Piako District Council, Sport Waikato and a number of incredibly generous local individuals and businesses.
The economics of developing a sustainable, modern, fit for purpose facility that will last for future generations suits a collaborative, partnership based approach involving creative and diverse capital and operational funding.
Originally positioned closer to Station Rd, significant research was undertaken & it was decided to move the stadium further into the College grounds, and replace some very aging existing buildings.
Matamata Piako District Council, Matamata College and the Ministry of Education have entered into an agreement to own and govern the facility meaning a great partnership for the community.
A project steering group is currently working on ensuring we move forward and get our stadium into action – the group comprises of representatives from the community, Matamata Futures Trust, Matamata College Board of Trustees, Iwi, Matamata-Piako District Council, and Sport Waikato.
Work is well underway, while we continue to fundraise to achieve our goal of $11m for this incredible facility for our community. “