Council News
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Civic Facility Project
For the RecordThe Wairarapa Times-Age is planning an article on the Civic Facility project, but a draft provided was incorrect in stating three options would be put to the public.
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Learners’ Pools Closed due to Safety Concerns
NewsMasterton District Council has closed the small learners’ pool at the rear of the Trust House Recreation Centre today due to safety concerns after roofing was found damaged.
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Cyclone Hale rural recovery assistance
NewsWairarapa farmers and growers affected by Cyclone Hale are invited to ask for help if they need it.
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Discharges of Treated Wastewater to the Ruamahanga River
For the RecordStuff asked if the Council discharges of treated wastewater to the Ruamahanga River complied with its consent.
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Pot Holes
For the RecordThe Times-Age asked for information about potholes.
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Panama Village Fire
For the RecordThe Wairarapa Times-Age had some questions about a small fire that broke out at Panama Village this morning.
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Fair Go Recycling Story
For the RecordFair Go is running a story on recycling, due to air in February.
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Kitchener Street Upgrade Work
For the RecordThe Times Age asked some questions around the Kitchener Street upgrade work.
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Wairarapa Archive opens in new location
NewsTe Pūranga Kōrero o Wairarapa/Wairarapa Archive has reunited its collection and its staff at a new location and will be open to the public from Monday 16 January.
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Retailer Safety
For the RecordThe Times-Age followed up last night’s meeting with retailers and other interested parties to discuss concerns about safety and security.
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Civic Facility Expenditure
For the RecordThe Times-Age asked for Council expenditure on the civic facility since 2016.
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Senior Housing Waitlist
For the RecordThe Times-Age followed up the CE’s report regarding the waiting list for senior housing.
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Working Group to report to Council on Civic Facility
NewsThe independent working group tasked with preparing a review of the rationale for the progression of the Masterton District Council Civic Facility project will present their report.
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Three Waters funding approved for Council projects
NewsA total of $3.88m in Three Waters Better Off Funding has been approved by the Government for Masterton District Council projects.
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Karakia at Council Meetings
For the RecordAfter a Letter to the Editor about the religious content of karakia used at Council meetings, the Times-Age asked if elected members were given the opportunity to leave the room when karakia was used.
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Podular in Liquidation
For the RecordThe Times-Age has followed up news that the company Podular has gone into liquidation. Podular had been contracted to provide the Youth Hub at the skatepark.
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Local Government Official Information Amendment (LGOIMA) Bill
For the RecordFollowing the announcement of changes to the Local Government Official Information Amendment (LGOIMA) Bill, the Times-Age asked for comment on the impact for councils.
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Resource Management Act Reform Legislation
For the RecordThe Times-Age asked for the Council’s reaction to Government Resource Management Act reform legislation introduced to Parliament yesterday.
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Anti Social Behaviour at the Skatepark
For the RecordThe Times-Age enquired about a reported “mugging” at the Skatepark.
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Homeless Shelter in Masterton
For the RecordThe Times-Age asked for a comment on a homeless shelter being developed in the district.