Archive: Notices & Updates

Pop-in session – learn about rates rebates

If you are keen to learn about rates rebates, to find out if you qualify and learn how to apply, pop in to a free community session at Heartlands in…

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Looking for loved ones is easier with Plotbox

New signs with QR codes aim to make life easier when visiting one of our cemeteries in search of a long lost loved one. The signs were installed over the…

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South Wairarapa Libraries opening 1pm, Wed 14 Jan

South Wairarapa Libraries will open at the later time of 1pm on Wednesday 14 January 2026 to accommodate a team planning morning. Normal hours will resume Thursday 15 January. Thank…

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Free summer pool parties | 28 & 29 January 2026

Don’t miss the free summer pool parties happening at South Wairarapa pools in our main three towns later this month. There will be inflatables, music, games, and prizes. Save these…

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Upcoming planned night closures for SH2 Remutaka Hill Road

To keep the State Highway 2 Remutaka Hill road shipshape, Waka Kotahi | New Zealand Transport Agency closes it for regular maintenance work on various nights between January and November…

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South Wairarapa enters restricted fire season

From Friday 9 January 2026, Fire and Emergency New Zealand has moved Wairarapa to a restricted fire season until further notice. A restricted fire season means a permit is required…

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Re-register your Incorporated Society before 5 April 2026

Is your organisation ready for the new Incorporated Societies Act? All incorporated societies must re-register under the Incorporated Societies Act 2022 by 5 April 2026 to continue operating legally. If…

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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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