Council News
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Chief Executive resigns
NewsMasterton Mayor Gary Caffell has expressed his regret that Chief Executive David Hopman has resigned his position at Masterton District Council.
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Key public consultations underway
NewsMasterton District Council has today begun public consultation to inform the annual plan, speed management review and long-term plan.
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Retailer's Group
For the RecordThe Times-Age asked for an update on the Masterton retailers’ group.
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Private Fence Damage
For the RecordThe Times-Age asked for details of a private fence damaged as a result of work at Riverside Cemetery.
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Colombo Road bridge lane change
NewsThe new southbound lane of the Colombo Road bridge over the Waipoua River will be temporally opened for traffic.
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Dog Related Injuries
For the RecordThe Times-Age followed up a research article about dog-related injuries which referenced an estimated rate of 20 people per year in Masterton being hospitalised as a result of dog-related injuries.
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Mayor welcomes increased subsidy for roadwork
NewsA boost in subsidy rate for road repairs by Waka Kotahi has been welcomed by Masterton Mayor Gary Caffell.
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Generous gift from Ashburton District to Masterton
NewsNearly $17,000 has been donated to Masterton District Council by the people of Ashburton District.
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Roadwork Funding After Cyclone Gabrielle
For the RecordThe Times-Age asked a series of questions about the cost and funding of road works related to Cyclone Gabrielle.
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Applications open for Wairarapa Mayoral Relief Fund
NewsApplications open from 8pm tonight (Wednesday 15 March) for financial support from the Wairarapa Mayoral Relief Fund for people affected by Cyclone Gabrielle.
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Dog park up for discussion
NewsMasterton District Council will next month consider making land available at Henley Lake for a fenced dog park.
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Masterton Mayor joins MP in urging speed rethink
NewsMayor Gary Caffell and MP Kieran McAnulty are asking Waka Kotahi to reconsider its decision to impose an 80km/h speed limit on State Highway 2 between Carterton and Featherston.
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Business and Retailer's Group
For the RecordThe Times-Age asked for an update on the multi-agency group proposed to address issues being experienced by businesses and retailers.
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Call for members – Retailers’ Business Group
NewsMDC is inviting interested businesses to join a Retailers’ Business Group to help address challenges around antisocial behaviour and bring vibrancy and positivity to the Masterton CBD.
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Unsafe Homes due to Cyclone Gabrielle
For the RecordThe Times-Age asked for an update on the EOC and the likelihood of unsafe homes/buildings being stickered.
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Cyclone Gabrielle
For the RecordThe Times-Age asked for an update on Cyclone Gabrielle response activity.
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Wairarapa Mayoral Relief Fund
NewsA Wairarapa Mayoral Relief Fund is being set up by the three Wairarapa mayors in response to the impacts of Cyclone Gabrielle.
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Emergency Response - Roading
For the RecordThe Times-Age sought additional information on roading to include in the emergency response article planned for tomorrow, in light of the closure last night of the Rimutaka Hill road.
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Recreation Centre Incident
For the RecordStuff followed up video on social media of an incident involving Police at the Trust House Recreation Centre pool, asking for details.
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Speed Signs
For the RecordThe Times-Age asked why a speed sign on Ngaumutawa Road was facing the wrong direction
