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Masterton To Get Taste Of Hollywood With New Welcome Sign
Friday, 6 November 2026, 1:39 pm | Masterton District Council
Tailor-made for selfies, the new sign will encourage travellers to pause for a photo and explore the area, with a map highlighting local attractions and experiences, encouraging people to spend time in town. More >>
New Contract Confirmed For Wairarapa Waste Management Service
Tuesday, 3 November 2026, 10:22 am | Masterton District Council
Council contracts are periodically renewed to ensure services continue to meet the expectations and requirements of the councils, while also allowing alternative service options to be explored. More >>
MDC Disability Advisory Group Keen For Community Insights
Thursday, 29 October 2026, 1:58 pm | Masterton District Council
The group works to provide advice, information and recommendations to Council on a range of matters, including policies, plans and strategies, while advocating for accessibility across our communities. More >>
Have Your Say On How MDC Allocates Costs
Monday, 12 October 2026, 2:57 pm | Masterton District Council
A review of Masterton District Council’s Revenue and Financing Policy is now open for consultation with five key proposed changes to how costs are shared across the community. More >>
Applications Open For Peter Laing Agriculture Trust Grants
Thursday, 1 October 2026, 11:14 am | Masterton District Council
“The grants offer a financial leg-up in the industry to young Wairarapa people beginning their careers in pastoral farming,” said Joint Trust Chairs, Emily and Anders Crofoot. More >>
Resident Satisfaction With Council More Than Matches National Averages
Tuesday, 29 September 2026, 3:54 pm | Masterton District Council
Key Research’s 2025/26 Annual Residents Survey Benchmarking Report, uses results from April’s 2026 Residents’ Survey to compare 22 councils, including 19 district councils and three city councils. More >>
New Policy Aims To Help Build Business Buzz
Thursday, 24 September 2026, 2:38 pm | Masterton District Council
The Use of Public Places by Adjoining Business Premises Policy sets out requirements for businesses wanting to use public space, including carparks. More >>
Expressions Of Interest Sought For Kids Own Playground Refresh Project
Tuesday, 22 September 2026, 11:12 am | Masterton District Council
Expressions of interest are required by 6 October 2026, with the successful tenderer scheduled to be chosen in December. More >>
Masterton District Council Votes To Use An Invited Tender Process For New Town Hall
Wednesday, 16 September 2026, 2:28 pm | Masterton District Council
As part of the decision in 2024, $25million was set out in the Long-Term Plan to support the demolition, rubble removal and creation of a green space in line with the resource consent, which has been completed. More >>
Wellbeing, Events, And Climate Action Funds Grants Top $200,000
Monday, 14 September 2026, 1:49 pm | Masterton District Council
There were 47 applications received for the Wellbeing grant, more than 20 percent up on last year, with the funding sought more than three times the $103,903 available. More >>
Second Round Of Town Centre Improvement Fund
Monday, 14 September 2026, 10:22 am | Masterton District Council
“The first two stages of the CBD Upgrade are looking great, and it makes send to offer a second round of improvement funding, to encourage building owners to continue enhancement of this area,” said Council Chief Executive Kym Fell. More >>
Masterton District Library Calls For Art Submissions For Its New Whare Pukapuka
Friday, 4 September 2026, 7:44 pm | Masterton District Council
The invitation is open to members of the community and community groups to submit a design that reflects who they are, their heritage, and the stories that matter to them. More >>
Cultural Festival Returns – Saturday, 5 September
Wednesday, 2 September 2026, 3:57 pm | Masterton District Council
Performances from a range of cultural groups begin at 11am, including Pasifka, Indian, Malaysian, and Filipino. More >>
Masterton District Youth Council Grants Open 1 September
Thursday, 27 August 2026, 12:05 pm | Masterton District Council
Community Activator Jenny Tyler said the grants help rangatahi turn their ideas into reality by reducing financial barriers that can often stand in the way. More >>
Community Champion Honoured With Special Mayoral Civic Acknowledgement
Wednesday, 19 August 2026, 2:57 pm | Masterton District Council
Masterton Mayor Bex Johnson said it was an absolute honour to present Elaine with the special acknowledgement in recognition of her outstanding service to the community. More >>
Water Meter Rollout Delivers Major Reduction In Water Loss
Thursday, 13 August 2026, 2:02 pm | Masterton District Council
"Our team carried out numerous onsite inspections, reassuring homeowners who were concerned about their water use, and helping customers recognise potential leaks on their properties." said Infrastructure Group Manager Tyler Ross. More >>
Wairarapa Proposal Submitted To Shape The Region's Future
Sunday, 9 August 2026, 6:21 pm | Masterton District Council
Despite differing views on the preferred pathway, both councils said the focus remains on securing the best possible future for Wairarapa communities. More >>
Masterton District Council Supports Wairarapa Unitary Authority Proposal
Wednesday, 5 August 2026, 2:03 pm | Masterton District Council
The decision follows a three-month period during which councils considered options for future amalgamation and the establishment of unitary authorities. More >>
Follow-Up Survey On Masterton’s Amalgamation Options
Tuesday, 28 July 2026, 12:57 pm | Masterton District Council
Masterton Mayor Bex Johnson said it was important to share the latest information on amalgamation options. “I appreciate the turnaround required is quick but Central Government has applied extremely tight timelines for this process,” she said. More >>
Major Revamp For Swingbridge - Closure Until Mid-November
Wednesday, 22 July 2026, 10:11 am | Masterton District Council
Project Manager Cal Rattenbury said the project was a major makeover for the bridge and a great 87th birthday present. More >>
