Three of Waimakariri’s veteran Civil Defence volunteers were recognised this weekend, following more than a decade of service from each.

It’s time once again for keen whitebaiters to clean off their gear and organise an access permit through one of the Council’s Service Centres.

Woodend and Pegasus kids are again missing a favourite playground part following the theft of the popular Lilypad swing from Gladstone Park for the second time.

The Council is confident in the ongoing success, growth, and vibrancy of the Rangiora Town Centre after adopting a bold new plan earlier this week. The Rangiora Town Centre Strategy – Blueprint to 2030+ presents a concept of what the Town Centre should look and feel like in the future and identifies 10 major projects that will help turn that vision into reality.

As the 10th Anniversary of the first Canterbury Quake approaches, the Kaiapoi-Tuahiwi Community Board signalled its support of the District’s commemoration event in their July meeting.

A new initiative is underway to develop a long-term vision and plan for the Greater Christchurch area, driven by a partnership of local councils, Ngāi Tahu, the district health board and government agencies.

Work will start next week to complete the last section of the Kaiapoi Riverbanks Walkway post-earthquake rebuild, between Williams Street and Trousselot Park.

The Waimakariri District Council is seeking concept proposals from developers for Kaiapoi’s South Mixed-Use Business Area as interest in the town heats up.