Archive: News

Derelict Building Issue in South Wairarapa

In April 2014 a report went to Council discussing potential options for dealing with the effects of derelict buildings on our District’s amenity value.  The legal possibilities that have been researched to date are not viable…

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Featherston Town Centre Submissions Results

Results and Next Steps On the 13 May 2014 FCB has been asked to provide its view to Council on the use of the newly acquired site, a view on…

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Wairarapa Councils Award Joint Roading Contracts

MEDIA RELEASE – 1 May 2014 Wairarapa Councils Award Joint Roading Contracts to Reduce Costs The three Wairarapa Councils have worked together on retendering their road maintenance contracts for the…

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Martinborough Neighbourhood Support Meeting 18 May 2014

Martinborough residents are encouraged to come to a meeting at 3.00pm on Sunday 18 May 2014 at the Circus Theatre to learn about the new Neighbourhood Support programme.  The programme is supported by…

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Draft Water Races Bylaw Review 2014

**Note the consultation has been deferred until further notice** Consultation – Proposed Draft Combined Bylaw for Longwood and Moroa Water Races Public Notice is hereby given that the South Wairarapa District…

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Alternative Routes in the District for Bridge Closures (Archived)

Bridges in the district sometimes need to be closed due to flooding or engineering works.  Check the NZTA Highway conditions page for up to date closure information, and please see…

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Anzac Day Parades and Service Times 25 April 2014

Anzac Day Parades and Service Times Friday, 25 April 2014 MARTINBOROUGH Residents of Martinborough and District are invited to attend the Dawn Parade and Service. The parade will form up…

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Community Statistics Website Available

The South Wairarapa District Council has a new public tool for searching, analysing and presenting statistical information about our region.  Profile.id has the answers to questions like – Who are…

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Wairarapa Community Alcohol Survey

The Wairarapa Community Alcohol Survey is your chance to tell us your views on the positive and negative aspects of alcohol in the region.  We want to know what you…

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Community Conservation Partnerships Fund

A Community Conservation Partnership Fund was launched on 30 March by Conservation Minister Hon Dr Nick Smith.  The fund is to support community groups and landowners undertaking natural heritage and…

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