Council News
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Council welcomes new performance transparency initiative
NewsMasterton District Council has welcomed the Department of Internal Affairs' release of local government performance metrics as a step forward in public transparency.
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Vote 2025: Last chance to Stand!
NewsAspiring local leaders across Wairarapa are urged to act now, with nominations to stand for council in the 2025 local elections closing at 12 noon sharp on Friday 1 August.
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One number to rule, make that ring, them all!
NewsA single phone number for Masterton District Council at any time will make life easier for residents with after-hours queries.
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Time running out for dog registration
NewsWairarapa dog owners have one week left to pay their 2025/26 dog registration fees or face having a 50 percent penalty added to the cost.
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Expressions of interest now open for new hangar sites at Hood
NewsMasterton’s Hood Aerodrome has launched expressions of interest for 28 new hangar sites, marking a significant expansion of one of New Zealand's earliest aviation hubs.
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National prize for Masterton District Library
NewsMasterton District Library has won first place in the 2025 Out on the Shelves display competition — part of an annual campaign in June celebrating rainbow (LGBTQIA+) literature in libraries.
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Learners' pool reopens just in time for new school term
NewsThe learners’ pool at the Recreation Centre is now ready to welcome young swimmers back after being closed due to roof damage.
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Grants open for events, climate and wellbeing funding
NewsApplications are now open for multiple funding opportunities at Masterton District Council.
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Masterton's library upgrade boosted by major community support
NewsMasterton's transformative new library project - Breathing new life into our whare pukapuka - has received a significant boost with Masterton Trust Lands Trust
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Councils consult on the Wairarapa Consolidated Bylaw
NewsThe Wairarapa District Councils have opened consultation on the Wairarapa Consolidated Bylaw Ngā Ture ā-Rohe Tōpu o Wairarapa from Wednesday 25 June.
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Masterton District Council Adopts 2025/26 Annual Plan
NewsMasterton District Council has formally adopted its 2025/26 Annual Plan, setting out a clear path for delivering key projects and services.
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Temporary library location finalised to enable start of transformation
NewsA temporary location for Masterton District Library has been confirmed ahead of the start of work to transform the library space over the next two years.
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Masterton District Council backs Pūkaha with $200,000 support package
NewsMasterton District Council has agreed to provide Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre with a one-off unsecured interest-only loan of $200,000.
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Mayor to host 'The Big Shout Out' - celebrating volunteers
NewsMasterton Mayor Gary Caffell is shouting morning tea to recognise and thank Masterton’s incredible local volunteers.
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Mayor mourns passing of trailblazing motorsport supporter Bob Wilton
NewsMasterton Mayor Gary Caffell has hailed the achievements of Bob Wilton, founder of Masterton Motorplex Club, who died on Tuesday.
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First fully te reo Māori street sign unveiled
NewsMasterton District Council has unveiled the first Masterton street sign entirely in te reo Māori - Te Ara Pūrātā - which leads to a new commercial area off the southern end of Ngaumutawa Road.,
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Breathing new life into our whare pukapuka
NewsMasterton residents can now see the vision for their district's library, as the first architectural images of the refurbished Masterton District Library are released.
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Town Hall demolition consent granted
NewsA independent Commissioner has granted Masterton District Council (MDC) consent to demolish the Masterton Town Hall buildings with a number of conditions.
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MDC to progress work on Wairarapa Tararua joint water services model
NewsMasterton District Council has voted to progress work on the Wairarapa Tararua water services delivery model, under the Government’s Local Water Done Well reforms.
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New dog fees finalised for Masterton for 2025/26
NewsNew dog fees have been agreed by Masterton District Council for 2025/26.
