KiwiRail Wairarapa Line Upgrades, News, Works and Maintenance
KiwiRail has implemented a temporary 10kph speed restriction for all trains travelling through the Kent St level crossing in Carterton. “Our signals maintenance team has confirmed there is an issue with the signals at Kent St,” KiwiRail Wellington metro network...
Building and planning, News
Welcome to 2026! In this issue: Our 2025 statistics Granny flat [small standalone dwellings] National Environmental Standard for Detached Minor Residential Units (NES‑DMRU) Proposed District Plan – Appeals Update Swimming pools Changes to our consenting computer...
Out & Active, Out & Active All Year Round
Carterton boasts dozens of beautiful parks and reserves — ideal for walking, playing, picnics, sports, and simply enjoying the fresh Wairarapa air. Discover spaces that are: Dog‑friendly Playground‑ready Perfect for quiet walks Great for family outings Explore...
February Out & Active events, Out & Active
2,000 push‑ups. 5–27 February. For better mental health. Join thousands across Aotearoa taking on the Push‑Up Challenge to raise awareness — and funds — for mental health. Participants complete 2,000 push‑ups across the month, representing the number of lives lost to...
Out & Active, Out & Active All Year Round
A favourite local spot for skating, scootering, and biking. Carrington Park Skate Park offers a safe, fun environment with smooth paths, ramps, and Carterton’s only kid‑friendly traffic lights. Great for beginners and confident riders alike. Grab your scooter,...
