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SWDC Libraries and Customer Service Centre closure – 23 October

Due to the RED wind warning in place for Thursday 23 October, the South Wairarapa libraries and Customer Service Centre (currently at Martinborough Library) will be closed, to keep our…

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23 October RED wind warning

This page is being updated with new information as the situation progresses. Newest information (as at 6.25pm) is as follows: What do we know? MetService has issued a Strong Wind…

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South Wairarapa’s new Youth Council gives voice and seat at table to rangatahi

South Wairarapa District Council is calling young people (rangatahi) aged 12 to 24 to have a voice and a seat at the table to help shape the future of their…

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Public Notice: Declaration of result for South Wairarapa District Council

The final result for the South Wairarapa District Council elections held on Saturday 11th October is as follows. Mayoralty | Votes Received WILDE, Fran (Independent) – 3,381 HAWKINS, Leah –…

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Media release – Wheels in motion for early opening of Te Papa Ora o Mōroa

South Wairarapa’s wheels park — officially named Te Papa Ora o Mōroa — is to open two months ahead of schedule on Monday 20 October and locals are invited to…

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Election 2025: Preliminary results for South Wairarapa District Council

The preliminary result for the South Wairarapa District Council elections held on Saturday 11th October is as follows. Mayoralty | Votes Received WILDE, Fran (Independent) – 3,282 HAWKINS, Leah –…

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Election 2025: Progress results for South Wairarapa District Council

The progress result for the South Wairarapa District Council elections held on Saturday 11 October have been released. This result is based upon the counting of approximately 85% of the…

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Annual Report highlights Council’s commitment to progress for the community

South Wairarapa District Council is pleased to present its Annual Report for the financial year from 1July 2024 to 30 June 2025. The finalised 2024/25 Annual Report will be available…

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Final Council meeting of the triennium – 8 October 2025

Council’s performance and decision-making often spark interest. Yesterday, the outgoing council held its final meeting of the triennium. It was a productive session – here’s a summary of some of…

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Free e-waste disposal days this month

If you’re anything like most New Zealanders, you probably have a little – or a lot – of e-waste that you don’t want and don’t know what to do about. …

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