Council News
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Changes proposed to local alcohol rules
NewsA reduction in opening hours for off-licences, and restrictions on sale of alcohol at events targeted at young people are among changes proposed in a review of Wairarapa’s Local Alcohol Policy (LAP)
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Wairarapa survey highlights ongoing impacts of 2023 cyclones
NewsA survey has highlighted the significant ongoing property, financial and social impacts of Cyclones Hale and Gabrielle on people and communities in Wairarapa.
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Masterton District Youth Council to launch grant scheme
NewsMasterton District Youth Council (MDYC) has launched the first year of their Youth Grant scheme this September.
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Applications open for 2025 Peter Laing Agriculture Trust grants
NewsApplications are now open for Peter Laing Agriculture Trust grants, designed to assist young people who intend to follow a practical farming career.
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Wellbeing and events grants top $165,000
NewsA total of $165,519 has been allocated by Masterton District Council’s Awards and Grants Committee for Community Wellbeing and Community Events grants.
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New defibrillators equip remote communities for medical emergencies
NewsNew Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) have been installed in a number of rural and isolated locations around Wairarapa, including in some of the region’s community halls.
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Hood plans aim to capitalise on infrastructure work
NewsExciting plans to increase hangar space at Hood Aerodrome have been announced by Masterton District Council to maximise the benefit of infrastructure improvements underway at the aerodrome.
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Masterton District Council is open for business!
NewsMasterton District Council is making it easier for new businesses to get started with its Taking Care of Business one-stop shop.
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Registrations open for Christmas parade
NewsRegistrations are now open for participants in Masterton District Council’s Christmas Parade, which will take place along Queen Street on Saturday 30 November.
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Changes to Wairarapa Class 4 Gambling and Standalone TAB Venues Policy
NewsWairarapa’s three district councils have adopted an updated joint gambling policy following a policy review earlier this year.
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Poll next year on Māori ward
NewsMasterton District Council will conduct a poll on its Māori ward during next year’s local government elections.
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$872,000 allocated in three-year LTP funding decisions
NewsMasterton District Council has allocated a total of $872,658 over three years to 12 organisations as part Long-Term Plan funding arrangements.
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Masterton District Council completes restructuring
NewsA series of restructures has been completed at Masterton District Council.
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Wagging Trails to get dogs and owners out and about
NewsA new initiative by Masterton District Council aims to get dogs and their owners making the most of Masterton’s parks and recreation trails.
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Long-Term Plan finalised - average rate rise of 9.6 per cent in year 1
NewsMasterton District Council has today confirmed its Long-Term Plan for 2024-34, and with it an average rate rise for 2024/25 of 9.6 per cent.
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Follow the Stars – Matariki grants
NewsA total of 11 grants have been provided by Masterton District Council to groups and individuals holding community events for Matariki.
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Independent report into wastewater overflow issues welcomed
NewsMasterton District Council welcomes the independent report into work carried out to address wastewater overflows in Cockburn Street.
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Positive progress signalled for key Masterton infrastructure
NewsMasterton District Council has decided to move forward and invest in a new Town Hall and upgraded library as part of deliberations on submissions on the 2024-34 Long Term Plan.
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LTP Refreshment Budgets
LGOIMA RequestsStuff's Sinead Gill requested information about the cost of refreshments provided during LTP hearings.
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Pool reopens after refurbishment
NewsWork on refurbishing pools and changing rooms at the Trust House Recreation Centre has been completed on time and within budget.
