Pin Oak removal – Memorial Square

Pin Oak removal – Memorial Square

Unfortunately, we’ve lost another tree to the recent storm – this time in Memorial Square. This large Pin Oak has been snapped at the roots and cannot be saved. As such it is very unstable and works are underway to remove it today. Our assessment has determined...
Severe weather Wairarapa continues, 16 February

Severe weather Wairarapa continues, 16 February

UPDATE 16 Feb, 12.33pm: Our contractors are slowly and safely working through the recycling collections, if your bin/crate has not been collected by 7:00pm this evening, please send us a service request to notify us. Until then, we appreciate your...
Seasonal Shift Brings Increased Pedestrian Risk

Seasonal Shift Brings Increased Pedestrian Risk

Wairarapa Road Safety Council (WRSC), along with our three Wairarapa Councils, is reminding drivers and pedestrians to take extra care as the region transitions out of the summer break — a period that historically sees an increase in pedestrian–vehicle incidents. Late...
Mayors Taskforce for Jobs Wairarapa

Mayors Taskforce for Jobs Wairarapa

Mayors Taskforce for Jobs Wairarapa The Mayors Taskforce for Jobs (MTFJ) is a nationwide network of New Zealand Mayors working together to help rangatahi (young people aged 16–24) move into employment, education, or training. In the Wairarapa, our three councils...
Swimming Pools

Swimming Pools

Stay cool all summer, or swim year‑round. Our outdoor pools are free all summer, providing a fun and accessible place for the community to swim, splash, and play. The indoor pool is available year‑round with key access. Perfect for families, fitness, and leisure...
Join a Local Sports Club

Join a Local Sports Club

Connect, play, and get active with a Carterton sports club. Whether you’re into rugby, football, netball, bowls, or trying something new, Carterton has a range of clubs keen to welcome new members. Sports clubs are a great way to: Keep active Meet new people Build...

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