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Major Revamp For Heart Of Ashburton
Thursday, 6 June 2024, 8:57 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
A retail complex in the heart of Ashburton is set for multi-million dollar makeover. More >>
‘What’s Your Issue?’ Sacked Council Chair Accused Of Double Standard
Thursday, 6 June 2024, 8:54 pm | Brendon McMahon - Local Democracy Reporter
Former West Coast Regional Council chair Allan Birchfield has been openly accused of double standards in a testy exchange during a meeting. More >>
Core Services Focus Drives Ashburton’s 11% Rate Rise
Thursday, 6 June 2024, 8:51 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
There is a focus on core services and no frills but Ashburton District residents will face an 11.8% average rate increase when the long-term plan is signed off later this month. More >>
Glow In The Park Shines Bright In Ashburton As Attendance Doubles
Thursday, 6 June 2024, 8:47 pm | Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter
It’s estimated 40,000 people attended the third running of the Ashburton District Council’s Glow in the Park light festival over King's Birthday weekend. More >>
Masterton Town Hall, Facade, And Municipal Buildings To Be Demolished
Thursday, 6 June 2024, 8:39 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
The Masterton town hall, municipal buildings and facade will be demolished, should the council’s Long-Term Plan [LTP] be adopted at the end of the month. More >>
Masterton Library Expansion Gets Council Tick
Thursday, 6 June 2024, 8:36 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
Masterton’s library will be upgraded and extended after a slim majority of councillors voted to support the project. Masterton Library. PHOTO/JADE CVETKOV The project, which was the council’s preferred consultation option, would cost $10.75 million ... More >>
Bad Weather Impacts Masterton Airport Runway Sealing
Thursday, 6 June 2024, 8:28 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
Work to upgrade Hood Aerodrome’s sealed runway has been delayed due to “inclement weather” affecting the contractor, but the runway will be available for use during winter. More >>
West Coast Debates Councillor Numbers Amid Rising Population
Thursday, 6 June 2024, 8:24 pm | Brendon McMahon - Local Democracy Reporter
The West Coast Regional Council has a population to councillor ratio "significantly more favourable" than other regions around the country. But with a growing population in the 650km long region, it is being recommended the regional council keep its current ... More >>
Controversial Greymouth Landfill Public Hearing Recommended
Thursday, 6 June 2024, 8:22 pm | Brendon McMahon - Local Democracy Reporter
West Coast Regional Council staff on June 4 advised council's Resource Management Committee fresh applications for Taylorville Resource Park should be referred to an independent panel. More >>
West Coast Council Considers Rejoining LGNZ
Thursday, 6 June 2024, 8:17 pm | Brendon McMahon - Local Democracy Reporter
The West Coast Regional Council has agreed to consider rejoining Local Government NZ, but only to represent the entire local government sector in the region. More >>
Kaikōura Business Park Decision Upsets Neighbours
Wednesday, 5 June 2024, 6:24 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
A new business park to the south of Kaikōura has been given the green light, despite opposition from neighbours of the proposed site. More >>
Masterton Town Hall, Facade, And Municipal Buildings To Be Demolished
Wednesday, 5 June 2024, 6:20 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
The Masterton town hall, municipal buildings and facade will be demolished, should the council’s Long-Term Plan [LTP] be adopted at the end of the month. More >>
Residents Protest ‘Unfair’ River Rating System
Wednesday, 5 June 2024, 6:18 pm | Max Frethey - Local Democracy Reporter
Some Tasman residents say they face paying significant bills for flood protection work, despite their homes not being at risk from the river. More >>
Kaikōura’s Waterfront Upgrade Hits New Milestone
Wednesday, 5 June 2024, 6:16 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
The Kaikōura District Council has approved the detailed design for the first building on the proposed waterfront development and hopes to have a contractor signed up by the end of July. More >>
Māngere Town Centre Chair On The Business Path To Improvement
Tuesday, 4 June 2024, 4:14 pm | Alka Prasad - Local Democracy Reporter
Māngere town centre’s executive team and retailers are taking strategic steps to improve the retail space, starting with finding a town centre manager. More >>
Plumbing Mistakes Key Cause Of Sewage Overflow In Masterton
Tuesday, 4 June 2024, 4:08 pm | Emily Ireland - Local Democracy Reporter
Plumbing and drainage mistakes are “key contributors” to sewage flowing into backyards in Masterton during bad weather, the council says. More >>
Four Year Terms On Table For Local Elections
Tuesday, 4 June 2024, 5:08 am | David Reid - Local Democracy Reporter
A local election overhaul is on the cards with four year terms, the end of postal votes, and a change in who runs the polls all up for consideration. More >>
‘No Clear Direction’: Schools Await Fate Of Building Projects
Sunday, 2 June 2024, 8:11 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Woodend School and Te Kura o Tuahiwi are on the Ministry of Education’s list of 352 building projects under review. More >>
Dark Sky Nation: Tourism Minister Backs Move To Attract Stargazing Travellers
Sunday, 2 June 2024, 8:08 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
The Royal Astronomical Society of New Zealand believes New Zealand could become a dark sky nation, an idea which Mr Doocey said he supports. More >>
More Nitrate Testing Needed
Sunday, 2 June 2024, 8:02 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
A group of Waimakariri farmers are looking to work with Environment Canterbury to gain a better understanding of nitrate levels in groundwater. More >>
