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Updates from Masterton District Council
New speed signs on the way
Masterton District Council has begun installing new road speed signs, the final step in confirming the speed changes made following the speed limit review earlier this year.
Community wellbeing the focus of $120,000 in grants
More than $120,000 has been allocated for activities enhancing community wellbeing in grants announced by Masterton District Council’s Awards and Grants Committee.
Council eyes cost savings by going digital
Masterton District Council wants to cut printing and postage costs by encouraging people to sign up to receive their rates notices via email.
Martinborough architect to design animal shelter
Martinborough’s Aspect Architecture has been chosen as lead architect to design Masterton’s new animal shelter after assessment of three tender proposals received by Masterton District Council (MDC).
Masterton Library boosted by NZ Libraries Partnership Programme
Masterton Library’s efforts to increase digital accessibility and reach more of the community have been boosted with a successful application to the New Zealand Libraries Partnership Programme.
Masterton District Council keen to buy local for key projects
Masterton District Council wants to hear from Wairarapa fabricators and engineers who may be able to make equipment for the town centre revamp or the new skatepark.
Masterton District Council exploring various locations for civic facility
Masterton District Council is looking at a range of potential locations for a multi-purpose civic facility after fine-tuning objectives for the community asset.
MEDIA RELEASE – Residents give MDC a thumbs-up
Masterton district residents have given Masterton District Council an overall thumbs-up in a satisfaction survey conducted in March-April this year.
MEDIA RELEASE – New walking and cycle bridge across Waipoua River
A new walking and cycle bridge across the Waipoua River will provide easy access to Oxford Street Reserve from the trail on the south side of the river.
MEDIA RELEASE – Government boost for Masterton assets
The Masterton District Council is welcoming the Government’s commitment of $11.3 million for community assets.
Queen Street redevelopment approved
Masterton District Council has approved redevelopment of lower Queen Street, with work set to be carried out next year. At its meeting yesterday, the council resolved to proceed to tender for construction.
Sticky green fingers
A cheeky daylight thief has stolen more than a dozen ratepayer-funded plants from an Opaki Road traffic island at the northern end of Masterton.
World-leading tech aims to improve Masterton’s air quality
World-leading technology has been rolled out across Masterton to get a better picture of the town’s air quality during winter. The Greater Wellington Regional Council, Masterton District Council and National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) are collaborating on the project, which involves 24 sensors being installed throughout the town.
Don’t let dog registration bite
Masterton District Council is determined to minimise the number of dog owners who pay more than they need to for dog registration this year.
Masterton aims for cleaner air this winter
Masterton District Council is optimistic that gradual improvements in the town’s air quality will continue this winter. Air quality is measured by World Health Organisation guidelines focused on small
Castlepoint toilet makeover begins
Castlepoint beachgoers will have fresh toilet facilities next summer as a rebuild of the toilet block near the lagoon kicks off this week. The circa $300,000 project is being partly funded through the Tourism Infrastructure Fund.
Water meter installation on track
Installation of water meters in Masterton is progressing well, with extra contractors involved following the four and a half weeks of Alert Level 4 lockdown.
Masterton public art trail comes to life on Google
Just in time for the freedoms of Alert Level 2, Masterton District Council is launching a digital public art trail around town, giving locals and visitors an online map highlighting public art pieces.
Phased reopening for Council facilities
Council facilities will reopen in phases over the next few weeks as New Zealand moves to Alert Level 2. The Queen Street customer service centre and Masterton Library will both reopen on Monday. Masterton District Council Chief Executive Kath Ross said the Council was following the Government’s emphasis on reopening in a safe way.
It’s time to talk about speed
Masterton District Council is starting a conversation with residents about traffic speeds in and around Masterton, as the first stage of a review of speed limits.