Archive: Media Releases

Despite South Wairarapa District Council’s commitment to transparency and accountability, unforeseen circumstances within external auditors Audit New Zealand have delayed the adoption of SWDC’s Annual Report for the 2023-24 financial…

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A Māori kākahu (cloak) gifted to South Wairarapa District Council this week represents a powerful symbolic gesture from the original mana whenua (people of the land) of Martinborough, says Mayor Martin…

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Nourishing body, mind and environment are top priorities in South Wairarapa District Council’s annual Community and Youth Grant funds, which were distributed this month to foodbanks, family oriented projects and…

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South Wairarapa District Council is on a mission to empower the community in times of emergency and has forged a close connection with Hau Ariki Marae to strengthen its support…

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Budding young actors, film makers and musicians in the South Wairarapa received a boost fromCreative NZ this month with three grants awarded after being assessed by an independent panel ofarts…

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Hundreds of sports fans will soon be enjoying new facilities at the freshly constructed Greytown Pavilion at Soldiers Memorial Park, which will cater for growth in the district’s sports community…

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Summer is coming and so are three new staff and longer hours at the Wairarapa Library Service (WLS).   Libraries in Featherston, Greytown and Martinborough will open for longer hours…

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9 September 2024 South Wairarapa District Council is inviting the community to provide feedback on site and funding options to upgrade Greytown’s ageing water treatment facilities to ensure a resilient…

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