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Last updated: 07 Nov, 2023 01:44pm
Vote 2025: Video Playlist
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...
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:...
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...
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...
Notice of 2025 triennial local authority elections
Elections Nominations Electoral Rolls Electoral Officers Elections The following elections will be held by postal vote on Saturday 11 October 2025 Carterton District Council (First Past the Post electoral system) Election of the mayor Election of eight...
Carrington Park upgrades approved
In our 2025 Community Survey, you told us Carrington Park needs some work.We'd also recognised this, and in our June Ordinary Council Meeting on Wednesday, Council approved $2million in Reserve Funding to deliver substantial upgrades and support skate park...
Applications Now Open for Carterton District Community Grants
Carterton District Council is inviting applications for our annual community grants, with funding available to support projects that make a positive difference in our district and across the Wairarapa region. Local and regional community groups, organisations, and...
Councils consult on the Wairarapa Consolidated Bylaw
Masterton, Carterton and South Wairarapa District Councils (the Wairarapa District Councils) have opened consultation on the Wairarapa Consolidated Bylaw Ngā Ture ā-Rohe Tōpu o Wairarapa from Wednesday 25 June 2025. The proposed Bylaw spans 11 parts and controls a...
Waingawa Water Reservoir Project Secures $20 Million in Funding to Boost Regional Resilience
A major infrastructure project to build a 20-hectare water reservoir near Carterton has taken a significant step forward, with Carterton District Council securing $20 million in loan funding from the Government's Regional Infrastructure Fund. The total project cost is...
Vote 2025: Candidate Evening Video
Thinking of standing for Council? Check out the video from the candidate briefing evening on Tuesday 24 June Warwick Lampp, our election officer, walks you through the dos and don’ts of the process. You can contact us at demservices@cdc.govt.nz for any information, or...
Road Closure – Brooklyn Road, 26, 27 & 30 June
G&C Diggers, as Contractors to the Carterton District Council, are currently constructing a new water main pipeline on Brooklyn Road. Now that the new pipeline has been installed and safe drinking water tests have passed, they are in the process of connecting over...
Water Restrictions Update, No Restrictions, But Keep Conserving
Carterton District Council has confirmed that water restrictions are currently in place, but please continue to save any rainfall you can. The autumn and winter weather has kept our supplies healthy, and there is no immediate pressure on our water network. However,...
Thank You for Registering Your Dogs!
We've received an overwhelming number of dog registration updates recently. Our team are working through them as quickly as we can. If you've submitted a change, rest assured it hasn't been lost or forgotten - it's in the queue. We really appreciate your patience...
Carterton Welcomes Newest New Zealand Citizens
Carterton District Council proudly welcomed eight new New Zealand citizens at a special ceremony in late May, celebrating their journey and commitment to making Aotearoa home. Hosted at the Wairarapa Events Centre, the ceremony was led by Deputy Mayor Steve Cretney...
Councillor Dale Williams steps down from Council
Carterton District Council has received the resignation of Councillor Dale Williams. The resignation was submitted in accordance with Clause 5, Schedule 7 of the Local Government Act 2002, which requires elected members to resign by written notice to the Chief...