Wairarapa Catchment Collective

09/06/2026

A big shout out to our partners at Mountains to Sea Wellington for supporting catchment groups across the Wairarapa to better understand the health of their local awa. 🌿💧

From freshwater monitoring and fish surveys to uncovering the fascinating world of stream insects, this hands-on learning helps communities build knowledge about what's happening in their waterways and identify opportunities for restoration.

It’s fantastic to see the Parkvale Catchment Group out in the field gathering valuable information about biodiversity in their catchment. The more we understand our awa, the better equipped we are to protect and restore them for future generations.

29/05/2026

There’s some incredible catchment mahi happening across the Wairarapa 🌿

From planting days and water monitoring to biodiversity projects, workshops, and community action - our catchment groups are making a real difference.

Want to stay connected and hear what’s happening across the region? Sign up to the Wairarapa Catchment Collective newsletter for:

✅ local catchment stories
✅ upcoming events and workshops
✅ funding and support opportunities
✅ practical ideas and resources
✅ inspiration from other groups

Join our growing network of catchment communities working towards healthy environments and resilient rural communities.

Subscribe here: subscribepage.io/LhDyK3

25/05/2026

Join us at the Catchment Groups Showcase & AGM - celebrating the great work happening across catchment groups in our region.

When: Thursday 25 June, 5pm - 7.30pm
Where: Netball Courts Function Room, Colombo Road, Masterton

Hear stories and project updates from local groups, learn about initiatives including the MPI Feral Deer Management Pilot Project, and explore ideas around rural wellbeing, resilience, and strengthening community connections.

Whether you’re already involved in a catchment group, keen to join one, or curious about starting a group in your area, everyone is welcome. There’ll be plenty of time to connect, share ideas and have a yarn, with a short AGM held during the evening.

RSVP: forms.gle/PtcYBqPzZQPPcDUE6

19/05/2026

Federated Farmers Wairarapa is hosting a public speaker event this Friday 22nd May focused on long-term water resilience, storage, regional growth and future opportunities for our region 💧👇

Federated Farmers Wairarapa is hosting a public speaker event on Wairarapa Water Resilience at the Gladstone Sports Complex on Friday 22 May from 6:00pm–7:30pm. This will precede their AGM to which all are welcome.

Speakers will include:

Hon. Mike Butterick
Hon. Kieran McAnulty
Jennie Marks (water resilience expert)

The purpose is to encourage constructive discussion around long-term water resilience, storage, regional growth, and future opportunities for Wairarapa communities and businesses.

RSVP: Please confirm your attendance by registering online via the link below, or notify Robert Hickson at [email protected] with “Water” in the Subject line.

https://www.fedfarm.org.nz/Web/Web/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=WRAGM26&utm_source=October&utm_medium=EDM%20member%20offer&utm_campaign=Member%20offer&_zs=5HPcm&_zl=Xg6k3

07/05/2026

Cancelled: Unfortunately, due to low registration numbers, we have made the decision to cancel this workshop. We still see value in connecting with catchment communities on rural wellbeing and resilience. As a result, we will be sharing some of the workshop content at our upcoming AGM. If you’re interested, we’d love you to join us on 25 June. You can register for the AGM here: bit.ly/WCC-AGM

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Rural Wellbeing & Resilience Workshop

How connected is your community - and would you be ready when it matters most?

Join us on 28 May in the Wairarapa for a practical, hands-on workshop with Rural Support Trust - Wairarapa and Wellington Region Emergency Management Office.

📅 28 May | 🕐 1 – 4pm
📍 Hockey Wairarapa Pavilion, Chester Road, Clareville
☕ Afternoon tea provided | 💚 Free

✔ Build stronger community connections
✔ Learn how to communicate in an emergency
✔ Hear real stories from local groups
✔ Take home a practical Wairarapa resource guide

Whether you’re part of a catchment group or just keen to strengthen your community, this is for you.

👉 Register here: bit.ly/rural-wellbeing

Learn more about the workshop: www.wairarapacc.nz/blog/post/164202/rural-wellbeing--resilience-workshop-28-may-2026/

30/04/2026

We love seeing catchment groups out monitoring and discovering what freshwater critters live in their awa with the Mountains to Sea Wellington crew 🙌💧

20/04/2026

The Wairarapa Catchment Collective are very sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Councillor Adrienne Staples. Adrienne was a steady and committed advocate for Wairarapa and our rural communities. Her long service and practical leadership have left a lasting mark on our region. She will be remembered with respect and gratitude. We send our aroha to her whānau, friends, colleagues, and the many communities she served across Wairarapa.

Greater Wellington Regional Council and South Wairarapa District Council are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Councillor Adrienne Staples, a respected colleague, community leader, former four-term Mayor of South Wairarapa, and Deputy Chair of Greater Wellington.

20/04/2026

Stay safe out there and follow advice from Rural Support and WREMO 👇