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Cape Palliser Paper Road Bylaw to allow pedestrian and cycling access

POSTED ON: 24 September 2025 | IN: News, Media Releases

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…

Dumping ground discovered in Greytown

POSTED ON: 23 September 2025 | IN: News, Notices & Updates

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…

School Holiday fun in South Wairarapa!

POSTED ON: 19 September 2025 | IN: News

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…

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

POSTED ON: 16 September 2025 | IN: News

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…

Meet Ali and learn how our libraries are celebrating Māori Language Week!

POSTED ON: 15 September 2025 | IN: News

It’s Te Wiki o te Reo Māori | Māori Language Week, so we thought we’d introduce you to Ali Te Pohe, who is South Wairarapa Libraries Te Ao Māori Specialist.…

Ngahuia Wild Bird Rescue soars thanks to council grant and community generosity

POSTED ON: 12 September 2025 | IN: News

Spring began on a high-pitched note for Danielle Hill at Ngahuia Wild Bird Rescue, who received a box of fluffy ducklings – and two brand new aviaries. The aviaries were…

Media release Māori Ward candidate Profiles missing from candidate profile booklet

POSTED ON: 12 September 2025 | IN: News, Media Releases

On Behalf of Electionz An error in the candidate profile booklet for the South Wairarapa District Council election has been identified, external Electoral Officer Warwick Lampp said today. The candidate…

South Wairarapa District Council celebrates a golden – koura – opportunity this month

POSTED ON: 10 September 2025 | IN: News, Media Releases

Te Wiki o te Reo Māori – Māori Language Week – turns 50 Te reo Māori shines brightly this month, which marks the golden – koura – anniversary of Te…

Bright orange voting bins make voting easy in South Wairarapa

POSTED ON: 9 September 2025 | IN: News, Media Releases, Notices & Updates

Voting bins have been rolled out across South Wairarapa today – ready and waiting for you to cast your vote. Voting is now officially open, with voting papers arriving in…

Featherston’s new locally made benches

POSTED ON: 27 August 2025 | IN: News, Notices & Updates

One of Featherston’s favourite picnic areas has new book-inspired bench seating, designed to pay homage to the town’s status as the first and only official Booktown in New Zealand. The…