Latest News
On this page you will find all the news items and media releases from Hurunui District Council. You can use the drop down list and the 'start' and 'end' dates, to narrow your search.
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Council will apply for emergency road damage funding
HDC News itemsA decision around how to fund the road damage repairs from last year’s storms in July and October was made by councillors at this week’s Hurunui District Council meeting.
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Glass recycling, no change for Hurunui District, yet
HDC News itemsHow you recycle your glass in Hurunui will remain the same until 2027, despite new national standards being introduced by the government.
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A future focus for Leithfield Beach community
HDC News itemsThe Coastal Adaptation Plan (CAP) for the Leithfield Beach community sets out an adaptive pathway plan to help them prepare for sea level rise over the next 100 years.
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When seconds count, a RAPID number could save your life
HDC News itemsWhen Culverden farmer David Croft needed an ambulance, every second counted.
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A word from the Mayor
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Sustainability a way of life for Hurunui winery
HDC News itemsPegasus Bay Winery’s Paul Donaldson talks about sustainable viticulture with the ease of someone who lives what he speaks.
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A hot spell predicted, please conserve water
HDC News itemsAs we anticipate a stretch of hot weather over the next two weeks, it is crucial that we come together as a community to conserve our precious water resources.
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Make a splash at the Hurunui Manu Champs this summer
HDC News itemsThe Hurunui Manu Champs are making a splash at the MainPower Amberley Pool this summer.
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Emergency services traverse Leslie Hills to map evacuation route
HDC News itemsA convoy of emergency services in four-wheel drive vehicles have traversed a path across Leslie Hills to map out an alternative evacuation route.
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Keeping up with Culverden #3 – an event and change of leadership
HDC News itemsThe Keeping Up with Culverden series looks behind the scenes at the setting up of the Culverden Civil Defence Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) in Hurunui District.
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New season brings to life full scope of Hurunui’s Birdsong Project
HDC News itemsA new season is bringing to life the full scope of Hurunui’s Birdsong ecological restoration project.
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Enjoy the journey of growing up
HDC News itemsA big part of growing up is about enjoying the journey of becoming who you want to be. They were the words of Constable Damian Schuurman of the Culverden Police.
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An easy summer read
HDC News itemsApprehension filled Greg Dellow’s mind as he walked into Hanmer Springs library to set up an account. Shortly afterwards though, he walked out the door feeling over the moon.
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YES graduates discover volunteering changes lives
HDC News itemsBrandon Johnson (18) never thought one day he would be fighting fires.
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Op shop gives back to its community and the planet
HDC News itemsA villlage op shop in Hurunui District has a big heart for its community — and the planet.
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Hurunui Biodiversity Trust
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Hurunui’s rich rural culture a drawcard for new migrants
HDC News itemsHurunui continues to be a strong drawcard for migrants, with 28 new citizens being celebrated at this week’s citizenship awards held at the Waipara Pavilion.
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Hurunui communities feed back their plan for their reserves
HDC News itemsHurunui District Council’s Corporate Planner Maria Edgar is encouraged at the ideas put forward by Hurunui’s communities, who have been shaping their future plan for their reserves.
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Restoration at Ashworths Beach
HDC News itemsThe finer details of plant life at Ashworths Beach were discussed last week between local experts.
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New look for a favourite holiday spot
HDC News itemsA favourite holiday spot in Hurunui will open its gates this weekend. Waikari Reserve Camping Ground is ready for some summer fun, the upgrade now complete.