Archive: News

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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Key milestone for Wairarapa Combined District Plan

This media release is a joint statement from South Wairarapa, Carterton and Masterton District Councils. A major milestone has been reached in the review of the Wairarapa Combined District Plan…

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Wairarapa Consolidated Bylaw adopted

This media release is a joint statement from South Wairarapa, Carterton and Masterton District Councils. An updated Wairarapa Consolidated Bylaw has now been adopted by all three Wairarapa district councils,…

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Catch rain while you still can!

Wairarapa’s three district councils are encouraging residents to take advantage of heavily subsidised rainwater collection tanks and collect rain before the inevitable summer dry spell and water restrictions. The 200…

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Ecoreef: Enhancing South Wairarapa’s coastal resilience

Launched as a world-first trial at Cape Palliser in 2022, Ecoreef technology has proven to be a successful approach to coastal erosion. Installed at two vulnerable sections of the road,…

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South Wairarapa’s new Sports and Recreation Service

The Council has appointed Kia Hākinakina Wairarapa as the provider of a new Sports and Recreation Service for the district. The announcement follows a robust and competitive selection process, which…

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Cape Palliser Paper Road Bylaw to allow pedestrian and cycling access

South Wairarapa District Council Strategy Working Committee today agreed on an amended Bylaw to restrict access to motorised vehicles but allow for walking and cycling access on the paper road…

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Dumping ground discovered in Greytown

A newly discovered illegal rubbish dumping site on the outskirts of Greytown has sparked concern for the Council.  “Dumping waste like this not only damages our natural surroundings but also…

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School Holiday fun in South Wairarapa!

With kids now on school break, we thought we’d share some fun-tastic ideas to keep children entertained and parents sane. Check out this handy activity guide of things to do…

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South Wairarapa Residents Survey: Quality of life high, but challenges remain

South Wairarapa residents continue to rate their quality of life highly, according to the 2025 Residents Survey – with 89% of respondents saying they enjoy a good or very good…

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