News & Events
Last updated: 07 Dec, 2023 01:36pm
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...
Water Restrictions Update: We’re Now at ORANGE
We’ve moved our water levels to Orange: Only use handheld hoses on alternate days. This means handheld hoses are all that can be used in the garden, and they can only be used on alternate days. Water by hand only on even numbered days if you live in an even numbered...
Restricted fire season now in place across the Wairarapa
Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) has moved Wairarapa into a restricted fire season as at 8am on Friday 9 January, until further notice. A restricted fire season means a permit is required to light an open-air fire. The public can apply for a permit at...
Wairarapa Events Centre & Carterton Library shutting early
Construction work is underway in our building, and it’s turned out to be noisier and smellier than we expected so we are closing to make sure the space stays comfortable for our visitors. Updated Wairarapa Events Centre & Library hours: Closing today: 12.30pm,...
Seeking a new member for the Creative Communities Scheme Committee
Carterton District Council is inviting applications, or nominations, to join the Creative Communities Scheme (CCS) Committee. The CCS committee plays an important role in supporting local arts projects. Each year, the group reviews applications and helps allocate...
Temporary closure: Norfolk Road rail crossing, 2 to 9 Jan 2026
KiwiRail will be carrying out safety upgrade work at the Norfolk Road level crossing in early January. This will include a 24-hour road-closure from 2 to 9 January. Detours will be in place. The diagram below indicates the closure point: Please note, access to the...
Frederick St Water Plant Upgrade
Our Frederick Street Water Treatment Plant draws groundwater from three bores...