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Wairarapa DHB had no reason to think hospital building had problems
A former Wairarapa DHB member has told the court how the DHB found out about the seismic defects in Wairarapa Hospital.
Unfinished business for nurses, despite pay deal
A last-minute deal between Te Whatu Ora and the New Zealand Nurses Organisation seen strike action averted, but a delegate says important issues remain unresolved.
Residents tell South Wairarapa Council to 'do better'
South Wairarapa residents have told their council to "do better", draft results from the annual residents' report card on the South Wairarapa District Council (SWDC) show.
Te Whatu Ora committed to remedying hospital defects, court hears
Almost 3000 structural defects have been found in Wairarapa Hospital, which does not comply with the building code.
Wairarapa Hospital could fail in a major earthquake, court told
Wairarapa Hospital could be at risk of failing in a major earthquake, with almost 3000 structural defects found in the building, which does not comply with the building code, a court has heard.
South Wairarapa farmers take it to the council
South Wairarapa farmers are frustrated and angry at the amount of rates they are paying, with one currently withholding rates payments in protest.
Wairarapa Hospital in $90 million building dispute
A claim worth tens of millions of dollars against Masterton District Council is heading to the High Court in Wellington this month.
'It's gut-wrenching' - Unwell woman risks homelessness after council takeover of holiday park
An insulin-dependent diabetic who struggles with mental health issues and has impaired vision has been asked to leave her cabin at Lake Ferry Holiday Park.
Local government review: Raft of changes recommended
Local councils need to change how they operate and consider new approaches to leadership, a review has found. Local Government Minister Kieran McAnulty says it's an opportunity to make the system…
'You've got 24 hours': Māori ward advocates launch Martinborough hīkoi
Pro-Māori ward activists took their campaign to South Wairarapa District Council offices after a hīkoi through Martinborough today. Sue Teodoro and Marcus Anselm report.