Archive: Media Releases

Council confirms drinking water remains safe

A few residents have informed us that they have been told by persons unknown that there is an E-coli issue with Martinborough’s drinking water. South Wairarapa District Council wishes to…

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Martinborough Wastewater Treatment Plant: Cancellation of Abatement Notice A1020

This is an update on the Martinborough Wastewater Treatment Plant abatement notice. On 12 May 2023 South Wairarapa District Council advised that, effective immediately, applications for new wastewater connections in…

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Change to Library interim opening hours

South Wairarapa community feedback on the new library hours was tabled at the Infrastructure and Community Services meeting of 25 July. Elected members agreed that the new library hours did…

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The Gluepot story

A piece of road, known as the Gluepot to locals, along the Te Awaiti Road has been causing much grief to road users and residents over the years. It is…

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Martinborough Community Resilience Series

Ever wondered what Martinborough’s Emergency Response Plans are? Ever thought you’d like to help your community in an emergency? Want to make sure vulnerable groups and individuals are not forgotten…

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Minimising our waste: new waste plan for the Wellington region out for consultation

Wellington region’s councils are consulting on the Draft Wellington Region Waste Management and Minimisation Plan (WMMP) 2023–2029 to transform how we deal with waste and foster a sustainable future. This…

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Council’s Dog Pound wins the LGNZ SuperIdea Award

South Wairarapa District Council is humbled by the recognition for its dog pound project. The Council won the SuperIdea category award and was a runner-up for the Supreme award at…

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Next steps on library opening hours

25 July 2023 At today’s Infrastructure and Community Services Committee meeting, Councillors deliberated on the possible scenarios for an optimal solution to when the three South Wairarapa district libraries should…

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Consultation closes on interim Speed Management Plan and Speed Review

A consultation led by South Wairarapa and Carterton District Councils on an interim Speed Management Plan has now closed. The proposal asked for feedback on lowering the speed limit around…

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South Wairarapa warmly welcomes its latest citizens

When the sun breaks out from behind the clouds on a dismal day and creates a beautiful sunny window, then we know things will go well. Such was today as…

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