March is nearly over, with some vineyards already harvesting and others about to start. The mornings are feeling cooler, letting us know that…
South Wairarapa (and other district councils nationwide) last week posted Ratepayer Roll Enrolment Confirmation Letters and Forms to voters for their participation…
Urban rates in South Wairarapa likely will rise 8 – 12 percent for the 2025 – 2026 year – while average farm…
South Wairarapa property owners face 84 percent growth in district council rates over the next nine years to pay for major upgrading…
South Wairarapa council’s Long Term Plan forecasts assume no change in the current three waters ownership and operating structure. Wellington Water Limited…
The room went quiet when a “splitter (road) islands” proposal costing only tens of thousands of dollars was offered as a solution…
As I approach Whakapuni Station, twenty minutes’ drive out of Martinborough, I look up at the 100-year-old Californian Redwood trees standing proudly…
Burnside Church in Pirinoa celebrates its 150th commemoration on Sunday, 11 May. While other churches transform into housing or community centres, the…
Families have been embracing a notable lineup of parenting workshops designed to support and empower caregivers. With a strong start to the…
Just when rail commuters had recovered from a 40+ day rail travel disruption, KiwiRail has tossed in another 10-day block of mainly…
T’was a beautiful Wairarapa Sunday. The WOMBLES – Wine Makers of Martinborough – took on The Parliamentarians. Scattered among the two teams…
Martinborough golf club is mourning the passing of Lance Phelps, a top player who has held the low round at the club…
