Archive: News

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

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.…

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

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…

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Media release Māori Ward candidate Profiles missing from candidate profile booklet

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…

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

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…

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Bright orange voting bins make voting easy in South Wairarapa

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…

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Featherston’s new locally made benches

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…

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Wairarapa and Tararua Councils agree Water Services Delivery Plan to submit to government

Joint media release for South Wairarapa, Carterton, Masterton and Tararua District Councils South Wairarapa, Tararua, Masterton and Carterton Councils have agreed to Water Services Delivery Plans for the future of…

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SWDC Speed Management Plan finalised for approval 

South Wairarapa District Council today agreed the district’s Speed Management Plan (The Plan) to be submitted to the Director of Land Transport for approval. The Plan will bring into effect…

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