Archive: Media Releases

Historic Greytown sporting ground secured for community for 99 years

The historic Greytown Rugby Club grounds have been secured for 99 years for community use and renamed as Greytown Lands Trust Park, thanks to a watershed agreement between Greytown Lands…

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Council humbled to give community $160,000 of new wellbeing funds

A large pool of money has been given to five South Wairarapa groups this month to enable them to create a safer, happier and healthier community with $160,000 from South…

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Calling all rangatahi and the community to apply for $120,000 of funds

Do you need help to turn your dreams into reality? If so, South Wairarapa District Council wants to hear from you to find out if you qualify for a portion…

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South Wairarapa District Council seeking feedback on Remission of Rates policy

South Wairarapa District Council is seeking feedback on the remission of Uniform Annual General Charge and Uniform Targeted Rates in certain circumstances. To allow rate relief where it is considered…

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Pause on new applications to connect to Greytown’s wastewater treatment plant 

MEDIA STATEMENT 18 July 2024  A recent technical assessment by Wellington Water Limited (WWL) of Greytown’s wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) has recommended an immediate stop to approving all new connection applications…

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Council takes steps to stop illegal rubbish dumping on coast

South Wairarapa District Council is working to prevent illegal rubbish dumping on the south coast, which is causing environmental damage to water quality and marine life. Council staff believe that…

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New funds strengthen Hau Ariki Marae as community centre in emergencies

It’s official. Hau Ariki Marae’s ability to be an Emergency Assistance Centre to the community during crisis events has been strengthened thanks to gaining funds for solar power from central…

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Applications open to new $500,000 wellbeing fund

South Wairarapa District Council is putting the capital C in Community with a new Wellbeing Fund of $500,000 available now for individuals and groups to build wellbeing initiatives that benefit…

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Council puts best foot forward for pedestrian safety

South Wairarapa District Council is brightening the way for walkers with the installation of new lights at the 16 pedestrian crossings across the district. The work will standardise lighting at…

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South Wairarapa District Council adopts Enhanced Annual Plan for 2024-25  

Wednesday 26 June 2024 Today South Wairarapa District Council (SWDC) adopted its 2024-25 Enhanced Annual Plan (Enhanced AP) with a unanimous vote. The Enhanced AP sets out the budget, including…

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