Waimakariri District Council has agreed to consult on its Draft Annual Plan, which includes an average rate increase of 4.91 per cent. The formal process to adopt the Draft Annual Plan for consultation will take place at a meeting on February 17.
MetService has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Canterbury from 1:30pm - 9pm today, Friday 23 January.
MetService has issued a Heavy Rain Watch for Canterbury from 6pm Wednesday, 21 January - 1pm Thursday, 22 January.
Hot and windy weather is forecast for this weekend, with a wind warning in place for the Canterbury High Country from 10pm Saturday. See how you can prepare.
Over the coming weeks, a range of works will be getting underway across the Waimakariri District.
Sections of the asphalt and concrete surfaces have subsided over time and require remediation.
Council is replacing the bridge on Townsend Road in Rangiora.
26 January 2026 9.00 AM Site Visit, Council Chambers 10.30 AM
As part of the redevelopment of Murphy Park we are demolishing the old Kaiapoi Croquet building.
Council with the support of the Waimakariri Public Arts Trust is seeking an artist to create an artwork for display on Kippenberger Avenue.
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