Roadworks
at Castlepoint
Masterton District Council has announced upcoming roadworks, safety improvements, and bridge approach repairs at Te Kanuka Curve on Masterton Castlepoint Road. The project will be underway between April 8 and June 30, weather permitting. The work involves shoulder widening, barrier installation, signage replacement, subsoil drainage across the pavement, and cement stabilisation on the bridge approaches at both ends. Contractors will be working around the clock in two shifts. In bad weather or for other unforeseen circumstances, work might be delayed.
Fun and games for seniors
The Wairarapa Senior Regional Games 2024 starts on Wednesday, April 24. The free event includes pickleball, dancing, walking, netball, chair yoga and more. It is an opportunity for older adults to come together and enjoy a variety of light exercises, sports, and activities in a fun, welcoming environment. The games are not competitive and are aimed at helping kaumātua build confidence and celebrate physical activity irrespective of age, fitness, or physical ability. More information, including how to register is at https://www.nukuora.org.nz
Two-car crash
on the Hill
There was a two-vehicle crash at 3.20pm on SH2, Remutaka Hill, yesterday. Police said there were no serious injuries, but the road was partially blocked while emergency services responded. Fire and Emergency New Zealand sent appliances from Featherston and Greytown to protect the scene.
New measuring rules in place
The rules for measuring packhorse rock lobster changed on April 1. Fishers must measure the tail width to meet the regulated size. The minimum legal size is 90mm for female packhorse rock lobsters and 84mm for male ones. Fishery Officers will be enforcing this rule by checking that fishers have measured the tail width and not the tail length. Failure to measure the rock lobster correctly could result in a fine.
