Martin Connelly
Martin Connelly is the mayor of South Wairarapa, where he has been involved in discussions surrounding road safety and infrastructure following a fatal cycling accident in Martinborough. He noted that the incident was unprecedented in the region, and he emphasized the need for better safety measures as the area experiences increasing tourism and cycling activity.
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Recent news mentions
The Mayor of South Wairarapa, Martin Connelly, said the victims of the crash may be dismayed that they will not get justice for the fatal crash.
Close friend of driver in fatal Martinborough crash says remorse weighed heavily before his death
New Zealand· 2025-05-14
Mayor of South Wairarapa Martin Connelly blasted the perpetrators as 'stupid damn thugs'.
Wairarapa homicide investigation: Two men charged with murder after man shot dead in CartertonNew Zealand· 2025-03-23
Mayor of South Wairarapa Martin Connelly blasted the perpetrators as 'stupid damn thugs'.
Wairarapa homicide: Carterton Mayor Ron Mark says perpetrators ‘known to police’New Zealand· 2025-03-23
South Wairarapa Mayor Martin Connelly said the majority of his councillors thought Leggett should step aside.
Local Government Minister Simon Watts considering Government intervention over Wellington WaterNew Zealand· 2025-03-06
South Wairarapa Mayor Martin Connelly said to the best of his knowledge, this was the first time he’d heard of any mishap like this.
Martinborough crash: Is a shared path between wineries needed and who pays? – A Capital LetterNew Zealand· 2025-02-28
