Temporary alcohol ban for Wairarapa coastal hotspots over holidays

Wednesday 10 December 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Wed 10 Dec 2025, 8:09pm

In this story Masterton District Council

Masterton District Council has approved a temporary ban on alcohol possession and consumption at Castlepoint and Riversdale Beach. The decision follows resident complaints regarding intoxicated groups and previous reports of vandalism. The restrictions will apply to these coastal areas over the New Year period.

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1. The PostWed 10 Dec 2025, 4:30pm

   Holiday booze ban to combat 'intoxicated menacing groups' in hot spots (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsWed 10 Dec 2025, 6:30pm

   Booze ban in Wairarapa hotspots to combat 'intoxicated menacing groups' (opens in new tab)

3. StuffWed 10 Dec 2025, 8:09pm

   Booze ban to combat 'intoxicated menacing groups' at holiday hot spots (opens in new tab)