News & Events
Last updated: 07 Nov, 2023 01:44pm
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 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
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
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...
Kent Street railway crossing signal fault
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 & Planning Newsletter, January 2026
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...
Notification of weight (and/or speed) limits on bridge(s)
Heavy Motor Vehicle Regulations 1974 Regulation 11 NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to regulation 11(3) of the Heavy Motor Vehicle Regulations 1974, the Carterton District Council has fixed the following maximum weight and speed limits for heavy motor vehicles and...
Breadcraft Kids Triathlon Series 2026
Swim, bike, run — and have heaps of fun! New Zealand’s longest‑running kids triathlon series returns with two exciting events on 9 February and 16 February. This is a supportive, family‑friendly environment for tamariki to challenge themselves and achieve something...
Move Your Butt 2026
Move 100km this February to help beat bowel cancer. Walk, run, cycle, or wheel your way through 100km in February while raising funds and awareness for bowel cancer prevention. Why join the challenge? Supports life‑saving bowel cancer research and services Encourages...
The Push‑Up Challenge
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...
Local Parks & Reserves
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...
Carrington Park Skate Park
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,...
Bike To Work Month
Celebrate cycling this February! Born right here in Aotearoa, Bike to Work Month encourages everyone to swap the car for a bike and enjoy a cleaner, healthier, greener commute. Whether you cycle every day or you’re just starting out, this is a great chance to give it...
Aotearoa Bike Challenge
Ride, win prizes, and have fun! The Aotearoa Bike Challenge runs throughout February and invites workplaces, whānau, and solo riders to enjoy the fun of cycling. Every ride counts — whether it's to work, to the shops, or around the block. What you can expect Spot...
Interruption to water supply – Taverner St, Thursday 29 Jan
Building on works completed last week, a planned water shutdown is scheduled for Thursday 29 January, between 9am and 2pm. The water will be back on as soon as possible, but we recommend you fill up some containers with water before the time above and avoid running...
Interruption to water supply – Taverner St, Friday 23 Jan
A planned water shutdown is scheduled for Friday 23 January, between 10 am and 12pm. The water will be back on as soon as possible, but we recommend you fill up some containers with water before the time above and avoid running your dishwasher, washing machine, or any...