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Last updated: 28 Jun, 2023 07:25pm
Parks Week 2023: A positive influence on our wellbeing
Parks Week is about celebrating how spending time in our green spaces is important for our wellbeing, says Sandra Burles, Wairarapa Walking and Cycling Coordinator. The celebration lasts from Saturday March 4 to Sunday March 12, and is recognised across Australia and...
Jay and pal earning a second chance
A story from Carterton District Council about two dogs on a trial with the airport sniffer dog unit, having been rehomed from Carterton District dog pound.
CLOSED: We want your feedback on our Water Race system
We're currently seeking feedback on your views on the water race system with particular focus on how it is used, what value it provides to you, and what your views are on how it is maintained and funded. What are water races? Why are we doing this? How can I take...
Cyclone Gabrielle Recovery Support
Information on support is available to those that have been affected by Cyclone Gabrielle is available online at Wellington Region Emergency Management Office [WREMO].
Transfer Station Fee Changes
Fees at Carterton Transfer Station have changed from Wednesday 1 March. The new charges are as follows: Per tonne: $246 [plus GST] Car boot or SUV: $29 [incl GST] Small trailer, van or ute [up to 250kg]: $68.20 [incl GST] Large trailer [up to 500kg]: $89.50 [incl GST]...
Get Ready for Picnic in the Park on Friday 10 March!
Carrington Park is hosting our community get-together on Friday 10 March from 4pm, and we would love you to be there! There’s something for all the family, and plenty of friendly locals ready to help you learn more about Carterton. There’ll be fun to be had from CC’s...
Carterton District Council to publicly consult on the future of 29 Holloway Street
25 February 2023 Carterton District Council will be publicly consulting on how to proceed with the building at 29 Holloway Street, due to the considerable maintenance required to bring it up to a reasonable, operational standard. The building was purchased by council...
Cyclone Gabrielle Update: Wednesday 1 March
Cyclone Gabrielle Update: Wednesday 1 March Cyclone Gabrielle recovery support Information on support is available to those that have been affected by Cyclone Gabrielle is available online at Wellington Region Emergency Management Office [WREMO]. WREMO’s Cyclone...
Street light repair delays
We have received service requests regarding street lighting outages in Carterton. We are in constant contact with our provider Mercury Energy regarding the issues. However, PowerCo, who make their repairs on Mercury’s behalf, are currently prioritising restoring...
Wairarapa Mayors launch Relief Fund
Wairarapa mayors have opened a Relief Fund in response to the impacts of Cyclone Gabrielle. Donations to the Wairarapa Mayoral Relief Fund can be made to 03-0687-0271682-03, using the donation reference ‘WAISTORM’. Eligibility criteria and the application process will...
Dogs seeking new homes
We have two energetic dogs in our District animal shelter. A brief description of each dog is available below. Check out the video below to see them. Contact us on info@cdc.govt.nz or 06 379 4030 for more information. Dogs available for Adoption ...
Safety, recovery and reconnection the focus of Cyclone Gabrielle response
17 February 2023 On Behalf of Wellington Region Civil Defence Emergency Management Group and the three Wairarapa Councils as part of the Wairarapa Emergency Operations Centre Reconnecting Wairarapa’s communities after the damaging Cyclone Gabrielle is the priority for...
CDC Annual Plan 2023-2024
A story in today's Wairarapa Times-Age said there could be a rates rises of 7.2 per cent. Is that true? At this stage, there is no rating increase. Every year we must finalise an Annual Plan by June. We are currently still developing this plan and doing everything we...
We’re prepared for Cyclone Gabrielle – are you?
10 February 2023 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴? Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle is currently approaching New Zealand. It is currently on a South East trajectory and is expected to impact the upper North Island on Sunday and Monday, and the lower North Island late Monday and Tuesday. At...
CDC pushed to consider transfer station fees rise due to the Government’s Emission Trading Scheme
Carterton District elected members will discuss a recommendation to raise charges at the District Transfer station to cover the increasing costs of landfill caused by the recently introduced waste disposal levy and the emissions trading scheme (ETS). A recommendation...
Building Update: January/February 2023
Happy new Year from the building team. This is the latest of our updates. Hopefully you find these useful and informative. We would love to hear your feedback, let us know if you find these useful and what some of the things are that you would like to hear...