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Business

Quality Mark for Tora Collective’s Wild Crayfish

A tiny Tora team with a big vision has earned national recognition, securing the prestigious Quality Food Mark and a finalist spot…

Sept 2026

Community News

Our Square needs are fresh – locals share in community feedback 

The Martinborough Access Reference Group (MARG), made up of eight nominated locals, has spent several weeks engaging with residents on issues including…

Aug 2026

Event News

August is your opportunity to try something new

This August, winter in Martinborough takes on a new rhythm with the return of Pour & Explore for its second year. Thanks…

July 2026

Politics

Key food price facts which dominate the kiwi market 

As consumer prices begin a new spiral sparked by war and an energy crisis, there are three key thoughts about nationwide food…

Jun 2026

Community News

Living On The Bread Line

There is no doubt that food prices have risen and with the present disruptions in the Middle East there will be further…

May 2026

Environment

“Nature at Night Wairarapa:” no bright torches please 

When the sun goes down, Wairarapa lights up! For the fortnight April 13–27, star-gazers are inviting you to step out and look…

Apr 2026

Environment

Iconic Cape Palliser Road under threat

NZ Transport Agency is currently considering reducing funding to normal Funding Assistance Rates (FAR) and phasing out the Special Purpose Road status…

Mar 2026

Environment

Atmospheric rivers blight New Zealand. Where do we stand?

Atmospheric Rivers are long narrow plumes of water vapour carrying vast amounts of concentrated moisture from the tropics towards higher latitudes.  They…

Feb 2026

Business

Monty and Sons

Making premium pasta from locally grown durum wheat all came about through frustration at the inferior quality of pasta imported into New…

Dec 2025

Politics

Our new Mayor

What were the challenges leading up to the election? All campaigns are challenging, and this was no different. It’s harder if you…

Nov 2025

Politics

Bright orange voting bins make voting easy in the South Wairarapa

Voting bins have been rolled out across South Wairarapa and are ready for you to cast your vote. Voting papers have arrived…

Oct 2025

Politics

Waste Not, Want Knot?

The biggest question for the South Wairarapa District Council this election is the conundrum of our waste-water systems.  Waste water from Greytown,…

Sept 2025

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