News & Events
Last updated: 07 Nov, 2023 01:44pm
SH2 Roadworks to begin – detours and speed reductions in place
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi will begin work on State Highway 2 between Portland and Hilton Roads on Sunday 11 May. A detour will be in place for Southbound traffic and a temporary speed reduction (70km) will be in place on this route. Further information from NZTA...
Upcoming road closure: East Taratahi Rd and Carters Line – 19 May
The corner of East Taratahi Road and Carters Line will be closed from 8.30am to 4.30pm on Monday 19 May, as maintenance and resurfacing work is carried out to restore its surface. Detours will be in place across this period. We thank you for your patience and...
Carterton and South Wairarapa Councils to seek to end shared library service and transition to independent models from 1 July
*Please note this is subject to Council approval at the Ordinary Council Meeting on Wednesday 14 May, 2025. Carterton and South Wairarapa District Councils will seek resolutions from their respective elected representatives that from 1 July 2025, their library...
Wairarapa Library Service: Q&As
General questions on WLS Services Library hours Programmes & events Branding & identity Costs What next? General What is changing? The WLS is ending. From 1 July 2025, Carterton and South Wairarapa councils will each run their own library services. Why is this...
Brooklyn Road Rail Closure – 10 to 24 May
G&C Diggers as Contractors to the Carterton District Council are currently constructing a new water main pipeline on Brooklyn Road. The following letter has been delivered to Brooklyn Road residents: From the Saturday 10 May, we will be putting in place a road...
UPDATE: 8.40am Friday 2 May – Parks and Reserves Closure
UPDATE: 8.40am Friday 2 May We are still advising that everyone avoid our parks and reserves areas as our team pick up debris and assess damage. There are approximately three tree limbs that need to be removed across Carrington Park and Memorial Square, with tree...
Road Safety Week | 12 to 18 May 2025
Be a Road Safety Hero this Road Safety Week Road Safety Week is back for 2025, running from 12 to 18 May, and this year’s theme – Be a Road Safety Hero – is a good reminder that we all have a role to play in keeping Carterton’s roads safe for everyone. Whether you're...
Parks and Reserves Closed Until Further Notice
Due to the wild weather, Clareville Cemetery. and all parks and reserves are currently closed. Please avoid these areas and be especially cautious around trees. Strong winds are causing significant movement and potential hazards. Our team is working hard to secure any...
Building Newsletter: May 2025
Welcome to our May newsletter! The year is flying past and there’s lots going on in our industry. In particular, Government have decided to step in and speed things up with a quicker and cheaper mantra. Government, fortunately, is providing assurances that none of...
Emergency Water Shut-down – Brooklyn Road
UPDATE: 2.35pm - Water is back on An emergency water shut-down is currently in place on Brooklyn Road between SH2 and Hartley Avenue - numbers 1 to 20. This includes Mac Lane (Ashmore Park) and 278 High Street. We'll keep you posted as repairs progress. Thank you for...
Road Closure | Brooklyn Road 23 April 2025
We are currently constructing a new water main pipeline on Brooklyn Road. On Wednesday 23rd April, we will be putting in place a road closure at the entrance way to Brooklyn Road off High Street South. This is to enable essential water connections and construction...
Council Business | Lincoln Road Community Meeting
Carterton District Council invites you to a community meeting to discuss roading upgrades and flood management in the Lincoln Road area. Council staff and Elected Members will be on hand to provide insight into roading upgrades, flood mapping and the 2021 Calibre...
Our town clock is taking a little time-out!
You might have noticed the Carterton town clock isn’t ticking along as usual. It’s currently out of action while repairs are made to its escapement mechanism (that’s the part that keeps time ticking smoothly!). A new part is being specially made, so the clock will be...
Council business: Wednesday 9 April
Coming up at Council next week our Policy & Projects Committee will meet at 9am on Wednesday 9 April. This Committee meets every six weeks to oversee the strategic development and review of policies, strategies, and bylaws, as well as the delivery of major...
New name coming for Wairarapa’s cultural flagship
Council votes to rebrand venue to reflect regional identity and reach Carterton District Council has voted to rename the Carterton Events Centre to the Wairarapa Events Centre, acknowledging the facility’s growing status as the premier events venue for our districts...
Belvedere Rd crossing closure
Between April 7 and 13, KiwiRail will carry out upgrade work at the level crossing on Belvedere Road. A full road closure will be in place at Belvedere Road and Wheatstone Street, with traffic management and detours in place. The road will then reopen for three...