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Dunsfold Park appeal dismissed
Published on Tuesday 10 April 2012 in Planning appeals news
The wait to find out the outcome of a planning appeal into whether the Rutland Group can legally use Dunsfold Park for unlimited and unrestricted aviation activity is finally over.
Having a street party over the Diamond Jubilee weekend?
Published on Tuesday 15 May 2012 in Leisure and culture news
If you are planning to serve or sell alcohol at your street party, you may need to apply for a temporary event notice. The deadline is imminent.
Hosepipe ban
Published on Tuesday 15 May 2012 in Community and living news
Despite the recent wet weather, we still have a serious water shortage in Waverley. The hosepipe ban remains in place. Find out more and get tips on saving water.
Cllr Tony Gordon-Smith Is Elected As The Mayor Of Waverley
Published on Wednesday 9 May 2012 in Council and democracy news
Cllr Tony Gordon-Smith has been elected as the new Mayor of Waverley at the annual council meeting held on Tuesday 8 May.
WEEE want your small electrical items
Published on Tuesday 1 May 2012 in Recycling, rubbish and waste news
You can now recycle small electrical items like phones, hair dryers and kettles at new recycling banks across Waverley.
Recycling rates up to 70%
Published on Monday 30 April 2012 in Recycling, rubbish and waste news
At the end of the first week of Waverley’s new recycling and rubbish collection service, recycling rates reached just over 70% – almost double the usual level.
New Godalming Key Site planning application
Published on Wednesday 25 April 2012 in Planning news
A new planning application has been received for the Godalming Key Site. You can comment on the application until 4 May 2012.
Successful food hygiene scheme extended to retail businesses
Published on Tuesday 17 April 2012 in Environmental health news
People in Waverley can now buy food from supermarkets, newsagents, convenience stores and other retail outlets with increased confidence as the food hygiene rating scheme has been extended.
Free sports training for the P&G Surrey Youth Games
Published on Tuesday 17 April 2012 in Extra-curricular activities news
Seven to 16 year olds from Waverley can get free sports training in the coming weeks for the variety of activities at the P&G Surrey Youth Games 2012.
Get text alerts for new recycling service – starts Monday 16 April
Published on Wednesday 11 April 2012 in Recycling, rubbish and waste news
The new recycling and household rubbish service will start on Monday 16 April. You can sign up to receive a text message reminding you of your collection day.
Recycling roadshow tour
Published on Friday 23 March 2012 in Recycling, rubbish and waste news
With less than a month until Waverley’s new recycling service is launched, an information roadshow is visiting Farnham, Godalming, Haslemere and Cranleigh.
Olympic Flame comes to Godalming
Published on Monday 19 March 2012 in Leisure and culture news
The Olympic Torch Relay will run through the historic centre of Godalming on Friday 20 July 2012.
Get text alerts for new bin collection service
Published on Wednesday 14 March 2012 in Recycling, rubbish and waste news
People can keep up to date with Waverley’s bin collection and street cleaning service on the move thanks to a new texting service.
Temporary changes to service at Witley / Milford tip
Published on Monday 12 March 2012 in Recycling, rubbish and waste news
Witley Community Recycling Centre, Petworth Road, is being redeveloped and extended to provide a modern, accessible and easy to use facility.
Look out for your new bin
Published on Friday 24 February 2012 in Recycling, rubbish and waste news
The distribution of the new blue recycling wheelie bins and food waste caddies will begin on Monday 27 February.
Council tax freeze agreed for Waverley’s part of the bill
Published on Wednesday 22 February 2012 in Council tax news
Waverley Borough Council has agreed to freeze its portion of the council tax bill.
Special Address in Godalming to mark the Queen's accession
Published on Tuesday 21 February 2012 in Mayor - general information news
The 60th anniversary of the Queen's accession to the throne was marked in Godalming on 11 February 2012.
Cranleigh swimming now open
Published on Friday 17 February 2012 in Leisure and culture news
The swimming pools at Cranleigh Leisure Centre are now open.
Promoting opportunities for young people
Published on Wednesday 8 February 2012 in Waverley Training Services news
During National Apprenticeship Week, Waverley Training Services (WTS), is advertising new apprenticeship vacancies.
Make a date with Waverley's new recycling service
Published on Monday 23 January 2012 in Recycling, rubbish and waste news
Waverley's improved recycling and household rubbish collection service will start on 16 April 2012.
New Food Safety training course for local businesses
Published on Wednesday 18 January 2012 in Business support and advice news
Are you starting a new business which involves food? Do you need to refresh your food handling knowledge? Find out about Waverley's new food safety training course.
Digital switchover roadshows this week
Published on Monday 16 January 2012 in Community and living news
Find out how to switch to the digital signal at one of Digital UK's roadshows on 17, 18 and 20 January 2012.
Tribute to Harold (Danny) Denningberg
Published on Wednesday 21 December 2011 in Council and democracy news
It is with deep regret that Waverley Borough Council has learned of the death of Harold (Danny) Denningberg MBE. Our Mayor pays tribute.
New William Cobbett Portrait at the Museum of Farnham
Published on Tuesday 20 December 2011 in Museum of Farnham news
The Museum of Farnham has received a new portrait of William Cobbett through the Acceptance in Lieu scheme.
A celebration of excellent design
Published on Wednesday 14 December 2011 in Planning policy news
Outstanding design has been recognised at the 2011 Design Awards which took place on Wednesday 7 December at the University of Creative Arts (UCA), Farnham.
Free swimming extended
Published on Wednesday 7 December 2011 in Sports news
Free swimming for under 8s and over 80s in Waverley will continue until Spring 2012.
Consultation on the future of land and buildings in Upper Tuesley
Published on Tuesday 29 November 2011 in Consultations news
Waverley Borough Council and the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) are set to carry out a public consultation on the future of land and buildings in around Milford Hospital.
Blockbuster news for Farnham
Published on Wednesday 23 November 2011 in Planning news
The redevelopment of East Street in Farnham will feature a multi screen cinema.
London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay comes to Godalming
Published on Tuesday 8 November 2011 in Leisure and culture news
Waverley welcomes the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay to the borough on Friday 20 July as it makes its journey to London for the opening ceremony.
Think before you light up!
Published on Monday 31 October 2011 in Environmental health news
Think of your neighbours before lighting bornfires in your gardens this autumn.