Archive: Notices & Updates

Resurfaced Otauira Reserve reopening to the public

People pulling into Otauira Reserve will notice a fresh, smooth surface. The reserve will reopen to the public from 12pm on Tuesday 23 December, after it was closed to the…

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Martinborough’s building consents to get moving again

South Wairarapa District Council is preparing to restart consenting processes in Martinborough after a pause of more than two years caused by capacity issues at the local wastewater treatment plant.…

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New speed limit of 10km/h for Kahutara Road Bridge

A temporary speed limit of 10km/h is now in place for all vehicles using the Kahutara Road Bridge. The lower speed limit has been introduced while the bridge is subject…

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Road closures for the Martinborough Fair(s) 2026

The 2026 Rotary Martinborough Fair(s) is back again with two dates in 2026 and proposed road closures in and around Martinborough for each day. There are two fairs coming up,…

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South Wairarapa District Council finalises new committees  

South Wairarapa District Council has approved its new committee Terms of Reference for the 2025-28 triennium following  the Council meeting on Thursday11 December. Please refer to an earlier notice about…

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Featherston public toilets closed | 12 December, 10am-2pm

Featherston is currently having 2.6km of aging water pipes replaced, improving water supply resilience to the community.  The Birdwood Street watermain renewal is nearing completion with the final connection work…

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Direct debit payments over Christmas and New Year

Direct debit payments normally scheduled for 25 December will be processed on 29 December instead, due to the Christmas holiday. There will be no changes to any payments due on…

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South Wairarapa Libraries closed Mon 15 Dec, 11.30am-2.30pm

The festive season is here, and our South Wairarapa District Council team will be having an all-staff lunch on Monday 15 December to mark the end of a busy year.…

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Registrations now open for South Wairarapa Kids’ Triathlon

South Wairarapa is the place to be in early February – if you’re aged five to 13 years old and bursting with energy! Our district’s new sports and recreation provider,…

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Free pet event in Featherston | Sun 7 Dec 2025

Our friends at Chance 4 Change are hosting a free community giveaway day this Sunday 7 December, 11am-1pm, at Cherry Tree Park, 56 Fitzherbert Street, in Featherston. Chance 4 Change…

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