If you visit the Kaiapoi town centre often, you might have noticed the work that’s started outside the Kaiapoi Club on Raven Quay.

Waimakariri District Council today considered its budget for the year ahead and settled on what is believed to be one of the lowest increases in Canterbury – 4.98%.

Our Civil Defence Emergency Management team continues to strengthen Waimakariri’s emergency readiness, with four new community emergency hubs opening in February.

The Council is urging residents to avoid throwing batteries in their rubbish, after a fire broke out in a kerbside collection truck last week.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora has issued a health warning for Rakahuri | Ashley River at SH1.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora has lifted its algal bloom health warning for the Ashley/Rakahuri River at Gorge Bridge.