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

POSTED ON: 2 August 2023 | IN: News, Media Releases

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…

Council’s Dog Pound wins the LGNZ SuperIdea Award

POSTED ON: 1 August 2023 | IN: News, Media Releases, Other

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…

South Wairarapa District Council’s 2023/24 Annual Plan is now published

POSTED ON: 28 July 2023 | IN: News

The 2023/24 Annual Plan is now published and available online. It was adopted by Councillors on 28 June 2023. Printed copies will be available for reference from the Council’s libraries…

Next steps on library opening hours

POSTED ON: 25 July 2023 | IN: News, Media Releases, Notices & Updates

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…

Consultation closes on interim Speed Management Plan and Speed Review

POSTED ON: 25 July 2023 | IN: News, Media Releases

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…

South Wairarapa warmly welcomes its latest citizens

POSTED ON: 21 July 2023 | IN: News, Media Releases

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…

Matariki celebrations in South Wairarapa

POSTED ON: 10 July 2023 | IN: News

Matariki is the Māori name for the cluster of stars, that rises in midwinter and for many Māori, heralds the start of the new year. Matariki is a time to…

Council seeks your feedback on library opening days

POSTED ON: 3 July 2023 | IN: News, Notices & Updates, Other

We heard robust debate from the community on the decision to change library opening days, and in particular the decision to not open Featherston library on Saturdays. This decision came…

Fees and charges for 2023/24

POSTED ON: 3 July 2023 | IN: News, Media Releases, Notices & Updates, Other

Fees and charges for the new 2023/24 year are now available on Council’s website.

Media release: Lake Ferry Campsite service agreement confirmed

POSTED ON: 3 July 2023 | IN: News, Media Releases, Notices & Updates

3 July 2023 South Wairarapa District Council (SWDC) is pleased to announce that KiwiCamp, a renowned New Zealand business specialising in campground infrastructure, took over the servicing of the Lake…