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Power outages in Featherston

Some Featherston residents are experiencing power outages this week while PowerCo work on installing new equipment and undertake maintenance on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 8.30am and 5pm. These are…

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Announcement on Martinborough Wastewater Treatment Plant Connections

Applications for new wastewater connections in Martinborough are being put on pause in Martinborough for the time being because the town’s wastewater plant has failed to meet performance and compliance…

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South Wairarapa District Council appoints Interim Chief Executive

The Mayor and Councillors are pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Gardner as Interim CEO of South Wairarapa District Council. The decision was made at an extraordinary Council meeting…

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Annual Plan drop-in session in Greytown, 10 May

Have your say on the 2023/24 Annual Plan at the Greytown drop-in session. Meet with elected members, ask questions and share your views on the proposed changes being consulted on.…

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Speak to experts about the latest Featherston flood modelling

Flooding in Featherston is likely to increase in the future due to climate change, so understanding food risk is more important than ever. Recent community feedback has also highlighted the…

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South Wairarapa marks the King’s coronation

Ahead of the glitz and spectacle of Saturday night’s coronation, a much more serene ceremony was held on the banks of Lake Wairarapa to mark the crowning of King Charles…

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Upcoming night closures State Highway 2, Remutaka Hill for essential maintenance

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is advising motorists that State Highway 2 over the Remutaka Hill need to be ready for upcoming night closures for essential maintenance. The closures will…

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Far North Solar Farms – notice of application

The South Wairarapa District Council has received an application from Far North Solar Farms for a land use consent to establish and operate a 175-megawatt (peak) solar farm at 415…

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Annual Plan 2023/24 – Frequently Asked Questions

The 2023/24 Annual Plan consultation is open until 5.00pm on 27 May 2023. This review allows us to take a fresh look at the budget and priorities for the year…

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Chief Executive resigns

The Mayor of the South Wairarapa District Council, Martin Connelly announced the resignation of its Chief Executive, Harry Wilson today. Mr. Wilson is to cease employment with the Council as…

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