Politics
Wairarapa Tararua’s water entity officially launched
The establishment of Wairarapa Tararua’s new water organisation reached a major milestone with the launch of the entity, and the announcement of…
Politics
From Our Mayor
Recently we set up the South Wairarapa Rural and Coastal Advisory Group. It’s genesis was the legally-required formal Representation Review by the…
Politics
Supporting our local community groups
The Community Board had $18,754 available to support community activities this financial year. Grant applications were requested from community organisations and also…
Politics
Take back New Zealand’s Energy Sovereignty
“We are takers not market-makers in the great global energy game.” That is the reality which always leads New Zealand to tread…
Politics
South Wairarapa District Council moves to improve safety on Huangarua Bridge
Safety first is the focus of the change from two lanes to one on Huangarua Bridge in South Wairarapa, with implementation now…
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Five Towns Trail – the Martinborough link
Martinborough Community Board hosted a public meeting in April, which was attended by over 50 people interested in opportunities to extend the…
Politics
Torrent of Local Water Investment Planned for Next Decade
Mid-April’s formal launch of the new water services entity for the joint Wairarapa/Tararua area christened as Waiti Waters (formerly “Wai+T”) acted as…
Politics
Making Martinborough safer. Improvements planned for State Highway 53
Safety improvements are on the way for State Highway 53 in Martinborough. As part of its Safety Improvements programme, NZTA/Waka Kotahi will…
Community News
Autumn Abundance: Transforming Your Garden this May
As the crisp autumn air settles over the Wairarapa, May is a month of transition. While the warmth of summer feels like…
Community News
Clothing Swap
April was amazing. We had a large stream of people. We were sure we had too many clothes, but they were going…
