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The Wairarapa Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) has been established to coordinate the response to the severe weather impacts from late last week and over the weekend. The main focus is…

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Kia ora South Wairarapa, The weather has eased across the region however river levels remain elevated, and surface flooding remains. There are ongoing impacts across the Wairarapa roading network and many roads remain closed due to flooding…

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The Turanganui Bridge on Lake Ferry Road has been wiped out on its northern side. This has isolated several communities which are temporarily cut off. Initial assessments indicate that repairs could take until midweek to establish access, depending on the current weather conditions…

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South Wairarapa District Council met on Thursday 25 June and adopted the 2026/27 Annual Plan, confirming the financial and operational direction for the year ahead. The meeting also focused on local government amalgamation, a funding request and other key topics…

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Greytown Library will be closed tomorrow, Saturday 27 June, due to staff availability. Martinborough and Featherston libraries will remain open their usual hours of 9.30am – 12pm. Thank you for…

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Information is current at 8am Sunday 28 June Note – The weather warning has been lifted. Metservice has issued a Heavy Rain Warning for the Tararua Range, Wairarapa south of…

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