The race is on Waimakariri. Nominations for this year’s local elections officially closed at midday today – and we had a flurry of last-minute entries.

The recent tsunami warning triggered by an 8.8 magnitude earthquake in Russia is a stark reminder of why we need to be ready here in Waimakariri.

Fresh from being named the most popular mayor in the country, Mayor Dan Gordon came nose-to-nose with another champion – Waimakariri’s Dog of the District 2025.

Across the Waimakariri District, we are working to better understand the everyday play needs of young children and their caregivers, so we can shape spaces that support whānau to thrive.

Looking for ideas to tantalise your taste buds? Waimakariri’s Multicultural Cooking Class series is back for another year and there is plenty on offer!

Waimakariri District Council is one of the first in the country to establish its future structure for water services under the government's Local Water Done Well legislation.