If you are near the Coastal Forestry strip east of Pegasus Township, you will see some harvest machinery and equipment as we gear up to start preparations for the harvest of the coastal forest estate.

Alongside the usual Anzac Day commemorations over the coming week, will be a special anniversary observed on April 23.  That day marks the 15th birthday of the Memorial Museum of Passchendaele 1917 in Zonnebeke, Belgium.  The Waimakariri District Council has a twinning relationship with the Municipality of Zonnebeke and a number of official and personal visits have taken place between the two districts over recent years.

ANZAC Day is on Thursday 25 April and commemorates all New Zealanders killed in war, and honours returned servicemen and women. There are ANZAC Day Parades and Citizens Memorial Services being held throughout the Waimakariri District. All are welcome to attend.

Kaiapoi is set to put its history on display, after the Kaiapoi-Tuahiwi Community Board approved a concept design for new interpretive sign panels.

The first of Waimakariri’s new rubbish and organics bins will be delivered on Monday for residents who chose them as part of the Council’s expanded kerbside collection service.

Contractors working for Ravenswood Developments have completed the installation of new utilities on Rangiora Woodend Road and are thankful to residents and road users for their continued patience.

Do you know someone who works tirelessly and voluntarily for the community? Do you have a friend or family member who goes above and beyond for the greater good of those around them?

The Woodend Sefton Community Board met on Monday and had a busy night considering a number of reports and funding applications.