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Last updated: 07 Nov, 2023 01:44pm

 

Request for Tender: Matarawa Farm

Request for Tender: Matarawa Farm

Tender Opportunity: Lease of Matarawa Farm Carterton District Council is inviting tenders for the lease of Matarawa Farm, located at 44 Matarawa Road, Dalefield. This 85-hectare property plays a key role in the Council’s long-term strategy to dispose of 100% of...

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Regulatory Department closed today – 7 August, 2025

Regulatory Department closed today – 7 August, 2025

Due to staff illness, our Regulatory Department will be closed today. If you have any building questions or queries, please email them through to buildingadmin@cdc.govt.nz and we'll respond as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience. We look forward to having...

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Road closure: Brooklyn Road – western side of Lincoln

Road closure: Brooklyn Road – western side of Lincoln

Brooklyn Road will be closed from the intersection of Lincoln Road, westward, for two weeks starting Thursday (7/08/2025) while our contractor's complete water main installation work. All emergency services and bus operators have been notified. We thank you for your...

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Vote 2025: Candidates confirmed

Vote 2025: Candidates confirmed

Candidates for Mayor Candidates for Councillor Voting Information Not Enrolled or Recently Moved? Nominations have now closed for the 2025 Carterton District Council elections. Registered voters will receive voting papers from September, ahead of Election Day on...

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Rail crossing closure – Pembroke Street

Rail crossing closure – Pembroke Street

There will be a 24/7 road closure on Pembroke Street at the rail crossing, starting Monday 4 August. KiwiRail are completing rail crossing upgrade works which they expect to be completed in mid-October. A detour will be in place throughout this period. Please note:...

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Upcoming road closures: Brooklyn Road intersection

Upcoming road closures: Brooklyn Road intersection

The intersection of Brooklyn and Lincoln Roads will be closed On Sunday 3 and Monday 4 August, G&C Diggers, as Contractors to the Carterton District Council, are currently constructing a new water main pipeline on Brooklyn Road. This Sunday and Monday night we...

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Vote 2025: Last chance to Stand!

Vote 2025: Last chance to Stand!

Aspiring 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. Carterton District Council is encouraging people from all walks of life to put themselves...

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New Tomokanga Unveiled at Ngā Tāwhai Reserve

New Tomokanga Unveiled at Ngā Tāwhai Reserve

Photography by Kendyl Walker – Toi by Kendyl.Te Tātau o Ngā Pekapeka o Te Wharau restores life, visibility, and wairua to Ngā Tāwhai Reserve Carterton District Council staff and hapū members gathered at dawn to unveil a Te Tātau o Ngā Pekapeka o Te Wharau [All the...

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Restored: Emergency Water Shutdown – Lincoln Road

Restored: Emergency Water Shutdown – Lincoln Road

Update: 12.23pm - water is back on. An emergency water shutdown is currently in place on Lincoln Road - our team are on site and working to resolve the issue. We'll provide an update here when water has been restored. Thank you for your patience.

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Register your dog by 31 July

Register your dog by 31 July

From loyal Mollys to cheeky Guses, all dogs in Carterton need to be registered by Thursday 31 July. Dog registration is a legal requirement under the Dog Control Act 1996 and helps us keep track of our four-legged friends, reunite lost dogs with their owners, and...

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Health NZ: Measles cases in Wairarapa

Health NZ: Measles cases in Wairarapa

A statement from Health NZ/Te Whatu Ora on measles cases and locations of interest in Wairarapa, including Carterton District Library. Full statement at Three measles cases in Wairarapa linked to overseas travel – Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Further information:...

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Have Your Say: Draft Speed Management Plan

Have Your Say: Draft Speed Management Plan

Have your say here: www.cdc.govt.nz/speed Carterton District Council is proposing to make changes to speed limits on some roads around the district. We want everyone to be safe when using our streets and roads. That means we need the right speeds on the right roads...

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2025 Waste Minimisation Grants OPEN

2025 Waste Minimisation Grants OPEN

Our 2025 Waste Minimisation Grants funding round is now open! There are two funding options you can apply for: Rapid Fund - Applications considered monthly and close 31 May 2026. You'll need to apply at least 6 weeks prior to project’s start date. Annual Contestable...

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