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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 >>
Senseless And Dangerous Vandalism Comes At Major Cost
Monday, 20 July 2026, 1:54 pm | Masterton District Council
Masterton District Council has advised the Police of the vandalism, which has destroyed the climbing frame at Henley Lake and put both the vandals and members of the public in danger. More >>
Council Response To Recent Wastewater Incidents In Masterton
Friday, 17 July 2026, 2:12 pm | Masterton District Council
Council says one of the most common causes is cross-connections, where roof gutters or other stormwater drains have been connected to the wastewater system rather than to an appropriate stormwater disposal point. More >>
Join The Dots For Library’s Latest Entry For National Comp
Monday, 13 July 2026, 2:34 pm | Masterton District Council
The competition is part of an annual campaign in June celebrating rainbow (LGBTQIA+) literature in libraries across New Zealand. More >>
Floorplan Revealed For Masterton’s Refurbished And Expanded Whare Pukapuka
Wednesday, 8 July 2026, 3:12 pm | Masterton District Council
The project, Breathing new life into our whare pukapuka, is creating an enhanced new library over two levels – with lift access. More >>
