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Masterton Monthly Wrap 2019
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Updates from Masterton District Council
Water meter installation begins
Masterton District Council (MDC) is planning to start installing around 9,000 water meters in Masterton residential properties in February, but meters will not be used to charge for water services until the 2021-22 financial year.
Dry spell forces sprinkler ban
Ongoing dry conditions have forced a ban on sprinklers in Masterton, with garden watering limited to handheld hoses only until the level of the Waingawa River improves. Masterton District Council (MDC) is responding to flows in the river, the source of Masterton’s drinking water, falling below 1,300 litres per second.
PGF investment a win for Wairarapa
Masterton District Council is congratulating teams working on two projects focused on Wairarapa’s water sustainability, following the announcement of more than $7 million of Central Government funding.
Return of toxic algae forces closure of Henley Lake
Masterton District Council (MDC) has closed Henley Lake for recreational use and issued a health warning after tests showed high concentrations of cyanobacteria (toxic algae).
Legendary Herbs to headline Waifest
Kiwi reggae royalty Herbs will headline the biggest Waifest lineup ever put together, in Masterton on Waitangi Day (6 February).
Road and Carpark Closure for Cruise Martinborough
Pursuant to the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulation 1965, notice is hereby given that the Masterton District Council has received an application to close Farriers carpark and part of a street to ordinary vehicular traffic for the period indicated hereunder, for the purpose of permitting a hotrod classic cars and retro caravans show.
Applications for the TUIA programme are now open
The Tuia programme is an intentional, long term, intergenerational approach to develop the leadership capacity of young Maori in communities throughout New Zealand.
Masterton water restriction from 1 December
Garden sprinkling will be limited to alternate days for Masterton residents from Sunday 1 December, as Masterton District Council (MDC) responds to a sustained period of dry weather.
Important information for contractors and utilities working in road corridor – ‘Brown out period’
A ‘brown out period’ is implemented in areas with high foot traffic and shopping areas around December and January time. During this period work by contractors and utility authorities is restricted as below.
Water restrictions simplified
A new simplified water restrictions system will make it easier for Masterton residents to understand how to conserve water this summer.
Boil water reminder for Wainuioru Rural Water Scheme
Users of the Wainuioru Rural Water Scheme have been reminded to boil their water before it is used for human consumption, after a sample tested positive for E.coli.
Ballot box hitting the road for final vote push
Masterton District Council is putting a ballot box on the road on Friday (11 October) to enable voters around the district to drop their votes in without having to go to the Council office.
It’s time to talk about traffic speeds
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.
Masterton quick on wheelie bin uptake
There’s been strong usage of Masterton’s new wheelie bin service in its first fortnight.
Town Hall options released
Masterton District Council has released details, including ballpark costs, of options for developing a civic centre.
UPDATE: Town Hall consultation
Details of market demand and economic impact assessment available for download.
MEDIA RELEASE: Wairarapa councils launch regional Positive Ageing Strategy
A region-wide strategy addressing how to meet the wellbeing needs of the Wairarapa’s ageing community was launched this morning at an event at the Carterton Events Centre.
MDC offers condolences to Lochore family
Statement from Masterton Mayor Lyn Patterson:
Public to provide direction on future of Masterton’s Town Hall
The Masterton community will help decide the future of Masterton’s Town Hall in a formal consultation planned for later this year.
MEDIA RELEASE – Water and wellbeing the big challenges for Masterton
Masterton District Council has laid out its biggest challenges in a report to inform discussion ahead of the local government election in October.