Council News
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Masterton District Council chooses pragmatism over prestige
NewsMasterton District Council to purchase its existing Customer Service Centre at 161 Queen Street, rather than proceed with the $8.7 million Waiata House extension.
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Wairarapa and Tararua Councils agree Water Services Delivery Plan
NewsSouth Wairarapa, Tararua, Masterton and Carterton Councils have agreed to Water Services Delivery Plans for the future of water services delivery in the region.
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Masterton District Council commits to joint council water entity
NewsMasterton District Council has formally resolved to join the proposed Wairarapa Tararua Council-Controlled Organisation (CCO) for water services.
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Second life for town hall treasures at auction
NewsKeen collectors will be able to secure a piece of history as items in the old Masterton Town Hall come up for auction this week.
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Leashes required for nesting season
NewsDogs visiting the wetlands area of Henley Lake must now be on leashes, following the start of nesting season.
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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.
