Carterton Neighbourhood Support

07/09/2026

A new story for you to read at Carrington Park !

The StoryWalk© Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. StoryWalk© is a registered service trademark owned by MS. Ferguson.

17/08/2026

Come along to this new social group in Carterton. Next catchup is August 25th 2026.

14/08/2026

The first round of Carterton District Council Creative Communities Scheme grants opens today

22/07/2026

Did you know that the Carterton District Council Community Grants are currently open? More info: https://cdc.govt.nz/your-district/community/funding/

07/07/2026

Update from SWDC

UPDATE - 5pm Thursday 9 July

- Ponatahi Bridge is now OPEN - please take care when driving
- SH53 Waihenga and Lower Valley bridges remain CLOSED
- All roading updates on our website https://swdc.govt.nz/road-alerts/

-----

UPDATE 6am Thursday 9 July

- SH53 Waihenga bridge CLOSED - updates found via https://www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/journey-planner
- Ponatahi bridge CLOSED
- Lower Valley bridge CLOSED
- Longbush Road alternative route OPEN - caution advised due to surface flooding
- Other local closures https://swdc.govt.nz/road-alerts/

-----

UPDATE 11pm Wednesday 8 July

- SH53 Waihenga bridge OPEN - overnight updates found via https://www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/journey-planner
- Ponatahi bridge CLOSED
- Lower Valley bridge CLOSED
- Longbush Road alternative route OPEN - caution advised due to surface flooding

Road closures will be updated on our website around 6am Thursday morning https://swdc.govt.nz/road-alerts/

------

UPDATE 4.30pm Wednesday 8 July

All routes are OPEN in and out of Martinborough.

Ponatahi Bridge is OPEN
Longbush is OPEN
SH53 Waihenga Bridge is OPEN
Lower Valley Bridge on Kahutara Road is OPEN
All road closures are listed on our website - https://swdc.govt.nz/road-alerts/

------

Kia ora South Wairarapa,

🌧️ MetService has updated their Heavy Rain Watch for Wairarapa and the Tararua Ranges to 45 hours from 9am 7 July to 6am 9 July.

While it's not a Warning (yet), the ground is still sodden from the recent weather. Heavy rain may cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly. Surface flooding and slips are also possible and driving conditions may be hazardous. It’s expected that river levels will continue to rise which could impact some of the routes in and out of Martinborough.

Following damage to the Tawaha Sill and floodway during the recent weather, the SH53 Waihenga Bridge will now close at around 4 metres instead of 4.5 metres. This is a temporary measure until the damage is repaired.

We are monitoring the Turanganui bridge. At this stage there is no indication it will close today however this may change at short notice depending on how the weather tracks.

The Council office has closed for the remainder of Tuesday 7 July. Martinborough library is still open and Greytown and Featherston libraries are also open as service centres. You can still contact Council via 06 306 9611 or [email protected]

🚧 Road closures will be kept up to date on our website
https://swdc.govt.nz/road-alerts/

⚠️ General advice
- Move stock to higher ground
- Make sure you have enough supplies at home to last a few days if you become impacted by road closures.
- Never walk, swim or drive through flood water. Respect road closures notices and signs, no not try to pass through.
- Please report issues to Council via Antenno or 06 306 9611

✅ Keep up to date
- Visit MetService for the latest weather information and warnings.
- Follow NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi - Wellington for highway disruptions.
- Alternative routes around the district - swdc.govt.nz/alternative-routes-around-the-district/

📸 White Rock Road at Lagoon Hills

07/07/2026

Heavy Rain watch in place for the Wairarapa - keep an eye on the https://www.metservice.com/warnings/home -north for updates

06/07/2026

Heavy Rain watch in place for the Wairarapa - keep an eye on the https://www.metservice.com/warnings/home for updates

27/06/2026

Weather warnings have been lifted but rain and wind is still expected about the region today.

With surface flooding and road closures affecting a number of roads across the district, we strongly advise that people only travel if absolutely necessary. Driving conditions are hazardous, and road closures may change at short notice. Assessments are ongoing to understand the full extent of impacts.

We have a pinned post at the top of our page with road closure information. View this here: https://www.facebook.com/cartertondistrictcouncil/posts/pfbid032kbDe5nPzpV9mv1JNdmTLQyeJTkF3XboFuLjddKtRBmzBGAjt7gf295UNj42ozdEl

The Wairarapa Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) has been activated and is coordinating the response. A key priority is ensuring the safety and wellbeing of affected residents. This includes identifying any immediate support required, such as access to essential supplies, medical needs, and welfare assistance.

If you encounter flooding or slips:
- Do not drive through floodwaters, past slips or beyond road closures, turn around and find an alternative route
- In an emergency or life-threatening situation, call 111
- You can report flooding and slips to Council via our after-hours call centre 06 379 4030 - please note there may be wait times to get through
- Please stay safe, follow updates, and look out for one another.

Keep up to date:
- Visit https://www.metservice.com/warnings/home for the latest weather information and warnings.
- Follow Wellington Region Emergency Management Office for situation updates. The WREMO website has more info on household preparedness: https://www.wremo.nz/get-ready
- Follow NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi - Wellington - Wellington for highway disruptions.
- Power outage info - https://outages.powerco.co.nz/

25/06/2026

Opportunity from Nuku Ora:
Cost: Free
What to expect:
• Practical, game-based coaching approaches (constraints-led)
• Ideas to support positive behaviour and team culture
• Athlete wellbeing considerations
• Opportunities to connect with other coaches across the region
The session will move from general coaching principles through to sport-specific application, providing something for both new and experienced coaches.

PLEASE NOTE THERE HAS BEEN A DATE CHANGE:

Kia Hākinakina , Just A Game and Nuku Ora are pleased to offer this generic coach education opportunity to the South Wairarapa, on behalf of a range of the region's sporting entities.

New Date: Wednesday 5th August 2026

Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Location: Kuranui College Student Centre, Greytown

Join us and engage with locally-based, nationally leading expertise for an active, interactive evening - focussing on modern coaching, using constraint and game-based approaches - applicable to any sport and any level of participant.

The evening will flow from the generic to the sport-specific, including using social models to influence behaviour and culture, as well as other add-ons, such as athlete welfare.

A snapshot of all that is great about coaching - and the South Wairarapa start of a local model of support and education.

To register, please click on this link https://forms.gle/YDHro5XPdsxmWN8i9