The editor of the Star has invited me to write regular columns for him. I am pleased to accept that offer. Let…
It was an honour to hold our first Council meeting of the next three year term at a very special place. Pāpāwai…
It is time to hang up my Councillor hat and embrace the activities that retirement allows one to do – gardening, travel…
Are you rushing towards the end of the year as fast as we are? It always feels like we at Council are…
The 2022 Local Elections are critical for South Wairarapa people. Do we want more of the same at our district council ……
I am ready to lead the new 2022 Council. After 4 years attending meetings and committees, reading reports, commenting, and participating from…
This triennium has been one of disruption and fixing existing problems. Since this Council took office, there has been a constant struggle…
The phrase ‘The vacuum in our democracy’ comes from President Barack Obama in a 2018 speech to Illinois University where he said…
The concept of democracy has been evolving from the time of Plato who considered the prime importance to be a universal (as…
I am standing for South Wairarapa District Council, Councillor of the Martinborough Ward. This has not been an easy triennium, but I…
Hi, I’m Jenna Matchett and I’m running for council to help build a more resilient and cohesive district! I’m dedicated, loyal, hardworking,…
