Council News
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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.
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De-sexing grant targets puppy problem
NewsA total of 22 dog de-sexing operations have been approved for funding from a Trust House grant, with seven already completed through the Masterton District Council programme.
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Targeted consultation on Hood Aerodrome Aeronautical Charges Review
NewsMasterton District Council has agreed a targeted consultation on Hood Aerodrome aeronautical charges starting 24 April, with users who pay landing fees.
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Masterton water restrictions lifted
NewsAll gardening water restrictions have been lifted for Masterton, but Masterton District Council is continuing to encourage people to be careful in their use of water.
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Masterton Mayor expresses regret at Hansell's Masterton liquidation
NewsMasterton Mayor Gary Caffell has expressed deep regret at the news that Hansell's Masterton has been placed into liquidation after 75 years of operation.
