Community Board notes

Spring has arrived and it is certainly nice to see some sun especially for the farmers that are in the throes of lambing and calving.

From a Community Board point of view it is great to finally see work getting done on the Cenotaph no only making it safe but also giving it a much needed makeover.

Some of you may have also noticed the new fence going in around the old cemetery on Dublin Street this is a great addition to the cemetery which has a lot of local history tied to it, the new fence and gates will make it much easier for public to access this, some people are not aware this is a public cemetery and you are able to go and have a walk around in there anytime. 

As many of you are aware the possible closure of Tuturumuri School, is something that has hit nationwide media, however after much community support the decision has been made to keep the school open for 2019, a shame the same can’t be said for our local ANZ branch, there was clear South Wairarapa support to keep the bank open, sadly those of higher power have not listened.

To the ANZ bank staff of Martinborough both past and present thank you for your years of service to our community, you will be missed.

The heavy rain of past weeks has had an impact on some of our districts roads, partially the Hinakura Hill area, if you notice roading issues please lodge this with the council. I am told by council the Hinakura road issues will be getting looked at over the summer months when the area has dried out and things have settled somewhat. 

Enjoy the sun and don’t forget if you have something you wish to discuss, we are here to listen and point you in the right direction.

Fiona Beattie