Four long‑serving emergency management volunteers, with a combined 110 years of service, have been recognised for their dedication to supporting their community during emergency responses.

Waimakariri District Council has agreed today to consult on its Draft Annual Plan, which includes an average rate increase of 4.91%.

MetService has issued a Heavy Rain Watch for the Canterbury plains and foothills from 8am to 3pm Tuesday, 17 Feb.

Over the coming weeks, a range of works will be getting underway across the Waimakariri District.

Illegal dumping is becoming an increasing problem across Waimakariri, with more rubbish turning up in places it shouldn’t.

Waimakariri residents will soon have easier access to library services thanks to a new Pop-up Library.