Archive: Media Releases

South Wairarapa cricket enthusiasts will soon have a new artificial pitch and nets at Martinborough’s Coronation Park. Space restrictions at the current pitch located at Martinborough School and wet weather disruptions are…

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The first ever Wairarapa Emergency Management Annual Assessment in October this year reveals that residents living in the region are more prepared than ever for an unexpected crisis. “After Cyclone…

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South Wairarapa District Council has adopted its 2023-24 Annual Report, slightly later than the statutory deadline of 31 October. The adoption was delayed due to unforeseen resourcing limitations and increased…

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At today’s South Wairarapa District Council (SWDC) meeting, the Council heard from the owner of the ‘Cap Rates for South Wairarapa: Cap 2025/26 Rate Increase at 3%’ petition, and the…

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South Wairarapa District Council is thrilled to champion 19 innovative sustainability projects, which will benefit from $340,000 distributed to them from the Community Wellbeing Fund. “It is an honour to…

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The 2024 results of an independent survey on residents’ satisfaction of South Wairarapa District Council services show there is room for improvement with concerns such as perception of financial management,…

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South Wairarapa District Council today voted to exit the Wellington Regional Water Services Delivery Plan (WSDP), and to continue developing a joint Wairarapa + Tararua (Wai+T) WSDP. As part of…

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South Wairarapa District Council’s Strategy Working Committee today deliberated and agreed that Greytown’s water supply treatment facility upgrade will be within Soldiers Memorial Park, increasing the resilience of the towns…

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South Wairarapa District Council is delighted to reveal the name of its first ever Māori ward andextends its deep appreciation to Papawai Marae for the gifting of the name to…

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South Wairarapa District Council (SWDC) has adopted the Final Proposal for its representation at the 2025 and 2028 local body elections.   The Final Proposal consists of the Mayor who is…

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