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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…

May 2026

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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…

May 2026

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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…

May 2026

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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…

May 2026

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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…

May 2026

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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…

May 2026

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It wasn’t a dog-friendly day at the council 

Aidan Ellims posed as the “best friend” of South Wairarapa’s dogs at last month’s SWDC meeting, as all those present but he…

May 2026

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South Wairarapa District Council appoints new General Manager of Planning and Regulatory Services

South Wairarapa District Council is delighted to announce the appointment of Clare Barton as General Manager of Planning and Regulatory Services, who…

Apr 2026

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From Our Mayor 

The Council is at present looking at next year’s budget. Following a review of spending, we have identified savings that will help…

Apr 2026

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Causes of Road Accidents in the South Wairarapa

It is obvious that reducing speed in the vicinity of schools especially during pick up and drop off times is a sensible…

Apr 2026

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Council calls for voices to join new Rural and Coastal Advisory Group

If you live in a rural or coastal area and would like to strengthen your community now and into the future, the…

Apr 2026

Politics

Martinborough Cycle and Walking Trails Public Meeting

Martinborough Town Hall at 7.00pm on Wednesday 15 April. You are invited to a community meeting to discuss how Martinborough can make…

Apr 2026

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