Archive: Notices & Updates

SWDC Libraries and Customer Service Centre closure – 23 October

Due to the RED wind warning in place for Thursday 23 October, the South Wairarapa libraries and Customer Service Centre (currently at Martinborough Library) will be closed, to keep our…

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23 October RED wind warning

This page is being updated with new information as the situation progresses. Newest information (as at 6.25pm) is as follows: What do we know? MetService has issued a Strong Wind…

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Ōtauira Reserve roadway resealing works

Many South Wairarapa residents will be relieved to hear that Featherston’s Ōtauira Reserve roadway is being resurfaced. Resurfacing work is planned to begin later this week. During the works, the…

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Lake Ferry playground – temporary closure

The Lake Ferry Playground is currently closed. The playground is scheduled for updates this financial year however, following a recent health and safety inspection, it’s been recommended to close it…

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Public Notice: Declaration of result for South Wairarapa District Council

The final result for the South Wairarapa District Council elections held on Saturday 11th October is as follows. Mayoralty | Votes Received WILDE, Fran (Independent) – 3,381 HAWKINS, Leah –…

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Dorset Square closed 16-17 October

Featherston’s Dorset Square will be closed on Thursday 16 and Friday 17 October to allow for tree cutting and maintenance following damage from strong winds. Thank you for your understanding.

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Public Notice: Cape Palliser Paper Road Access Bylaw

This public notice is to advise that at the Council meeting on 8 October 2025 South Wairarapa District Council adopted the Cape Palliser Paper Road Access Bylaw 2025 to come…

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Notice – Roadside spraying starts in October

South Wairarapa District Council will begin its spring roadside spraying programme in rural areas this month, October 2025, and is anticipated to last between four to eight weeks. Details to…

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Holiday deadlines for food and alcohol licences

With the summer holidays approaching, here are the cut-off dates for alcohol and food licence applications. Food application If you want to start operating a food business in December 2025,…

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Recycling bin clips available at Featherston Library

Earlier this year we launched a new trial to test a second bin clip, designed to keep the lids of recycling bins firmly shut, even when the bins take a tumble in…

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