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Archive: Notices & Updates

Libraries planned system outage

POSTED ON: 11 July 2023 | IN: Notices & Updates

Due to a planned system outage on Tuesday 11 July from 6pm, some of the libraries online services will be unavailable while maintenance is carried out. We are sorry for…

Metlink: Discounted travel for those with community services card

POSTED ON: 10 July 2023 | IN: Notices & Updates

Message from Metlink: From 1 July, those with a Community Services Card can apply for the Community Connect Concession giving a 50% discount on public transport. Metlink Ambassadors will be…

Dublin Street bypass road maintenance

POSTED ON: 7 July 2023 | IN: Notices & Updates

Fulton Hogan will be starting maintenance work on the Dublin Street bypass next week to restore the road surfacing. Where: Dublin Street, Martinborough from Princess to Jellicoe Street When: Starting…

Rates search tool currently unavailable

POSTED ON: 5 July 2023 | IN: Notices & Updates

This function is temporarily unavailable while we are updating the new financial year’s rates. Apologies for any inconvenience caused. If you have any questions, please email rates@swdc.govt.nz

Council seeks your feedback on library opening days

POSTED ON: 3 July 2023 | IN: News, Notices & Updates, Other

We heard robust debate from the community on the decision to change library opening days, and in particular the decision to not open Featherston library on Saturdays. This decision came…

Fees and charges for 2023/24

POSTED ON: 3 July 2023 | IN: News, Media Releases, Notices & Updates, Other

Fees and charges for the new 2023/24 year are now available on Council’s website.

Media release: Lake Ferry Campsite service agreement confirmed

POSTED ON: 3 July 2023 | IN: News, Media Releases, Notices & Updates

3 July 2023 South Wairarapa District Council (SWDC) is pleased to announce that KiwiCamp, a renowned New Zealand business specialising in campground infrastructure, took over the servicing of the Lake…

MEDIA RELEASE: Lake Ferry Campsite Lease

POSTED ON: 30 June 2023 | IN: News, Media Releases, Notices & Updates, Other

30 June 2023 South Wairarapa District Council and Mrs. Mary Tipoki are pleased to confirm that a mutually acceptable end to the long-term Lake Ferry Holiday Park lease has been…

Featherston street light outage

POSTED ON: 29 June 2023 | IN: Notices & Updates

Council is very concerned at the number of street light outages in Featherston and has been working with Powerco to try and understand what is happening. Powerco has provided an…

Featherston sports stadium is closed

POSTED ON: 26 June 2023 | IN: Notices & Updates

A water leak at Featherston Sports Stadium has closed the facility until further notice. We apologise for any inconvenience.