Anyone with a secret stash of overdue library books can breathe a sigh of relief, with Waimakariri Libraries permanently removing late fines for all members. All outstanding fines for returned books have also been wiped from library cards.

6 July 2021

Canterbury DHB’s Community and Public Health unit has lifted its algal bloom health warning for Lake Pegasus issued on 23 March 2021.

Some drivers are not getting the message to reduce speed when temperatures are low and ice is likely to be present on the roads.

Mayor Dan Gordon comments on the latest release of information on the Three Waters Reform proposals.

28 June:

Canterbury DHB’s Community and Public Health unit has lifted its algal bloom health warning for the Cust Main Drain at Skewbridge issued on 10 May 2021.

The Woodend-Sefton Community Board were pleased to hear an update from North Canterbury Neighbourhood Support at their meeting last Monday night. They were particularly interested in the development of the “Get Ready” programme.

The Kaiapoi-Tuahiwi Community Board received an update on Monday from the WHoW Trust who are proposing to install an Aqua Play Park within NCF Reserve in Kaiapoi.

Waimakariri District Council today endorsed a future-focused Long Term Plan (LTP) which aims to respond to a growing population while caring for the environment and keeping rates increases low.