Community News
Aratoi
As we move through October, many of us will start to see bright seasonal flowers pop up in gardens around the Wairarapa.…
Politics
Cape Palliser Paper Road Bylaw to allow pedestrian and cycling access
South Wairarapa District Council Strategy Working Committee today agreed on an amended Bylaw to restrict access to motorised vehicles but allow for…
Event News
Mitre 10 Martinborough Ladies Night
Thursday 11th September 6pm-8pm. Grab your tickets in store at Mitre 10 or from Kitchener’s Cafe. Tickets are $10 each with proceeds going…
Business
Journey of Discovery in Te Muna Valley
August may be the last month of winter but that never stops it from being relentlessly chilly, which may be why the…
Community News
How Well Do We Know People In Our Community?
Chris Cochrane talks about his book “Woolsheds of the Wairarapa.” Two years ago, The Star featured an article looking at research being…
Politics
Mayoral Candidate – Leah Hawkins
Leah Hawkins What is the main reason you are standing for Council or the Community Board? I believe South Wairarapa deserves strong,…
Politics
Mayoral Candidate – Fran Wilde
Fran Wilde What is the main reason you are standing for Council or the Community Board? South Wairarapa desperately needs experienced leadership.…
Politics
Letter to the Editor
I read with interest the letter from Mr Rowan, expressing some valid points, and indeed I thank him for his muted support of…
Event News
Celebrate Artistic Brilliance at Greytown Art Town Festival
26–28 September 2025 Discover exceptional art, get inspired, and connect with the artistic community during Greytown Art Town Festival, showcasing the extraordinary…
Event News
South Wairarapa Rebus Club
How did Arthur Ransome come to write Swallows and Amazons, transforming himself from literary critic to foreign correspondent, witnessing and reporting on…
Politics
Council Candidate – Pip Maynard
Pip Maynard What is the main reason you are standing for Council? I have again been asked by members of the Martinborough…
Politics
Council Candidate – Aidan Ellims
Aidan Ellims What is the main reason you are standing for Council? I want to continue representing the residents and ratepayers of…
