Council News
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Resident satisfaction with Council more than matches national averages
NewsMasterton District Council is performing well when compared with councils across New Zealand.
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New policy aims to help build business buzz
NewsA new policy allowing use of public spaces outside shops and cafes in Queen Street, Kuripuni, and Lansdowne has been adopted by Masterton District Council.
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Expressions of interest sought for Kids Own playground refresh project
News‘We want wow!’ is the message to potential tenderers hoping to pass muster to submit design and build proposals for the refresh of Masterton’s Kids Own playground.
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Speed limit signs for Riversdale and Castlepoint beaches
NewsSpeed limit signs are being installed on beaches at Riversdale and Castlepoint to remind users that motor vehicles are subject to the same limits as on roads in the settlements.
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MDC votes to use an invited tender process for new town hall
NewsMasterton District Council has agreed to proceed with an invited tender process for the construction of a new town hall.
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Wellbeing, Events, and Climate Action funds grants top $200,000
NewsA total of $203,268 in Community Wellbeing and Community Events funding has been allocated by Masterton District Council to 64 applicants after a meeting on Wednesday, 9 September.
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Second round of Town Centre Improvement fund
NewsApplications are open for a second round of Town Centre Improvement funding to support Queen Street shop and building owners to enhance the appearance of premises.
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Masterton District Library calls for art submissions
NewsMasterton District Council is inviting community members to design bookshelf end panels that will be installed in the new Masterton District library when it opens in spring/summer 2027.
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Cultural Festival returns – Saturday, 5 September
NewsMasterton’s fourth annual Cultural Festival takes place on Saturday (5 September) with a fun, family-orientated celebration of food and performances at the War Memorial Stadium from 10.30am-2pm.
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Outstanding school murals liven up library construction wall
NewsThe first 16 mural panels painted by Masterton District schools have been unveiled by Mayor Bex Johnson on the hoarding surrounding the construction site for the new Masterton District Library.
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Masterton District Youth Council Grants open 1 September
NewsThe Masterton District Youth Council Grants open on 1 September, offering young people the opportunity to bring their ideas to life.
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Community Champion Honoured with Special Mayoral Civic Acknowledgement
NewsThere was an outpouring of emotion and gratitude as members of the community joined Masterton Mayor Bex Johnson to honour Elaine Leggott with a special one-off Mayoral Civic Acknowledgement.
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Water Meter Rollout Delivers Major Reduction in Water Loss
NewsLeveraging water meter data, Council has been able to support residents to fix leaks, resulting in a reduction of water lost.
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Wairarapa proposal submitted to shape the region's future
NewsWairarapa’s future should be shaped by Wairarapa communities, with local voice and decision-making at its centre is the key message in the Wairarapa Unitary Authority proposal submitted.
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Masterton District Council Supports Wairarapa Unitary Authority
NewsMasterton District Council has voted to take the Head Start pathway and proceed with a proposal for a future Wairarapa unitary authority.
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Follow-up survey on Masterton’s amalgamation options
NewsMasterton District Council (MDC) is carrying out a follow-up survey on amalgamation options, following independent analysis of the potential impact on rates.
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Major revamp for swingbridge - closure until mid-November
NewsThe Queen Elizabeth Park swingbridge is about to get the biggest refurbishment of its 87-year history. Because of the work, the bridge will be closed from 3 August until mid-November.
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Senseless and dangerous vandalism comes at major cost
NewsThe foolish and dangerous felling of three healthy mature trees at Henley Lake over the weekend has cost the Masterton community an estimated $3-5000.
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Council response to recent wastewater incidents in Masterton
NewsMasterton District Council is undertaking further network investigations following the recent overflow issues experienced by some users across the wastewater network during heavy rainfall.
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Join the dots for library’s latest entry for national comp
NewsA sweeping panorama of more than 500 dots features in Masterton District Library’s effort to repeat its success as national winner of the Out on the Shelves display competition.
