Water Restrictions in force from 1 December
Water restrictions will be in force from Sunday 1 December, due to the arrival of the hotter and drier weather.
The restrictions will allow for sprinklers to be used on alternate days, however, this is dependent on rainfall and may change at a later date.
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Update on work taking place along Lincoln Road
For the past seven months, our council has been undertaking 900 metres of sewer renewal along Lincoln Road. This was to replace an ageing pipe which allowed infiltration of ground water and causing increased stormwater flows into our waste water treatment plant. The...
Restricted Fire Season has begun
Restricted fire season is now in place. Lighting a fire is riskier than usual, so you’ll need a permit. You may also need to meet specific conditions to help you light your fire safely and prevent it from getting out of control. For permit enquiries, please visit...
Kiwi Christmas Dinner Basket
FOOD BANK CHRISTMAS HAMPER COLLECTION Preparing a special meal and joining with family around the table are visions that come to mind when we think of Christmas dinner. For many families and individuals in our area, however, enjoying a special meal when finances are...
Council Holiday Hours
The Council offices will be closed from midday on 24 December, reopening at 8.30am on Monday 6th January. During this time, your rubbish and refuse collection service will run as usual, with collection on Monday 23rd and Monday 30th December, and Monday 6th January....
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Update on work taking place along Lincoln Road
For the past seven months, our council has been undertaking 900 metres of sewer renewal along Lincoln Road. This was to replace an ageing pipe which allowed infiltration of ground water and causing increased stormwater flows into our waste water treatment plant.
The renewal has now been successfully completed and some remedial road resurfacing work has begun along the affected area.
To view the upcoming programme of works for this area, visit our website cdc.govt.nz/update-on-work-taking-place-along-lincoln-road/
Update on work taking place along Lincoln Road | Carterton District Council
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For the past seven months, our council has been undertaking 900 metres of sewer renewal along Lincoln Road. This was to replace an ageing pipe which allowed infiltration of ground water and causing…Maybe we could have a footpath put in at the same time! Every time walking along there is like taking your own life in your hands - have to jump out the way of a car every few seconds!
I don’t understand why it will take another 14 months to be fully completed?!
Insanely slow progress!
Thanks be nice if they took down the 30km/hr signs when they aren't doing anything.
Nicola Thomson thank goodness for that
How amazing is this?! If you know a Carterton family worthy of some Christmas goodness, pop into the Carterton Events Centre and let us know who they are 🎄❤️Wow what a start to our Christmas Day Food hamper collection. So many lovely donations. A HUGE Thank you has to go to McKenzies Electrical 2000 Ltd a fabulous Carterton based business who have donated 39!! goodie bags with crackers, chocolates, Clareville bakery fruit mince pies, sampler boxes, juice, lollies, Toblerones and crisps! So incredibly overwhelmed by your generosity!
Awesome work guys!
Fabulous! McKenzies Electrical 2000 Ltd ... Carrollyn and family you guys rock ❤️💞🎅🏻
That is awesome.
AmaZing
How very very cool
Wow way to go McKenzies Electrical 2000 Ltd! 👍🎄🎅💖
Our late night swimming hours have been confirmed!
From 3 January until end of February, our outdoor pools will be open on Wednesdays and Fridays until 8pm. Can't wait to see you all there 🏊♀️
cdc.govt.nz/your-district/facilities/swimming-pool/
This facility is amazing, and no cost to users, thanks CDC!
Another year of this fantastic initiative. Well done council for keeping it free.
One of the best decisions we made - great to see it being enjoyed by so many youngsters and their families.
Robert Royle yass friday night swims 👌
Yuss
Alysha Olsen
Terongo Tekii
Lighting a fire? Restricted fire season is now in place, so you'll need to visit checkitsalright.nz to apply for a permit first.
Knew it wouldn't be far away, with the number of calls the fire teams have been attending
Brandon Giddens Bec Giddens Daniel Giddens
Nominations for the 2020 Charles Rooking Carter Awards are now open! This biennial awards night is Carterton’s chance to celebrate all the amazing individuals, groups and businesses achievements of our ever growing town.
This years categories are:
Voluntary Community Services Award to recognise and individual or organisation that has carried out meritorious voluntary community service.
Achievers award for an individual or organisation that has excelled in the Sporting, Cultural or Academic field.
Boosting business award to recognise a business that demonstrates growth, innovation and creativity.
Young leader award to recognise a young person (under 25) who has demonstrated outstanding leadership.
Environmental & Sustainability Award recognising an individual, organisation or business that has made an outstanding contribution to improving our environment and sustainability.
Charles Rooking Carter Civic Award an elite award to recognise an individual for their outstanding and innovative service to others in the community over a significant period of time.
The awards night is being held on Saturday 23rd May at the Carterton Events Centre and is set to be a night of fun, celebration and community spirit.
A huge thank you to our sponsors Lions Club of Carterton, NZ, Carterton New World, Gain Momentum Ltd & More FM Wairarapa 89.5
Nomination forms are available online (cdc.govt.nz/home/crca/) and at both the Carterton District Council office and Carterton Events Centre.
For more details please contact Jenni Hall 06 379 4081 or jenni@cdc.govt.nz
Charles Rooking Carter Awards | Carterton District Council
cdc.govt.nz
Nominations for the 2020 Charles Rooking Carter Awards are now open. This biennial awards night is Carterton’s chance to celebrate all the amazing individuals, groups and businesses achievements of…