Archive: Media Releases

Changes to speed limits in South Wairarapa

New speed limits are set to come into force between Masterton and Featherston from 27 January 2023. Waka Kotahi is making the changes after conducting public consultation in mid-2021 as…

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Slips and flooding block access to White Rock and Tora communities

UPDATE, 9.43am Friday 13 January – Please note White Rock Road is now open to 4 wheel drive and smaller vehicles only. Kawaika Road and Cape River Road are also…

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Martinborough community welcomes new artwork

A very special artwork has been unveiled at the Waihinga Centre in Martinborough this morning (7 December 2022). The three-dimensional piece by Masterton sculptor Sam Ludden and weaver Violet Edwards-Hina was officially gifted to the centre by the Waihinga Charitable Trust.  The work was blessed this morning with…

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Welcoming our latest New Zealand citizens

An eager group of residents gathered at the ANZAC Hall on Friday, 2 December to witness eight of our South Wairarapa residents give their oath or affirmation (as chosen by…

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Aquifer mapping promises rich insights for South Wairarapa

South Wairarapa District Council supports the work being done this summer by Greater Wellington Regional Council (GWRC) to map the district’s aquifers. From late January, a helicopter with special mapping…

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Greytown Community Board by-election opens for nominations

Interested in advocating for Greytown’s interests for the next three years? Enjoy working with great people and great ideas? Then please read on… A by-election is being held to fill…

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Booklovers get a walk in the park

Ever been lost in a good book? The Martinborough StoryWalk® might just be the place for you. StoryWalk® is a popular concept overseas which aims to combine physical exercise, nature…

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Recycling for soft plastics and batteries

The Council is trialing soft plastic packaging and battery recycling in collaboration with The Soft Plastics Recycling Scheme, Ā Mua, Upcycle and Earthcare Environmental. Council soft plastics collection bins are…

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First meeting of the new South Wairarapa District Council

MEDIA STATEMENT 26 October 2022 First meeting of the new South Wairarapa District Council Today the South Wairarapa District Council was welcomed onto the historic Pāpāwai Marae in Greytown for…

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Release of 2021 DRAFT Paper on Featherston Wastewater Treatment Plant Options

18 October 2022 As advised recently by the Chief Ombudsman, we are today releasing a draft document on Featherston’s wastewater treatment plant options that Wellington Water provided Council staff in…

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