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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Behind the Business - Beyond the Bloom
HDC News itemsBroomfield flower grower Helen Butler has an eye for beauty that has been gifted from her father and grandfather.
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Future for Local Government
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Telling Our Stories— Hurunui Community Driver Mentor Programme
HDC News itemsTelling Our Stories looks at our community's success stories and winds them back to see how the journey started.
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Hurunui farmers enjoy ‘slice of wellbeing’ delivered on farm
HDC News itemsWhile takeout deliveries may not reach the farm, remote households in Hurunui now have access to an innovative wellbeing delivery service that provides mental-health support to their doorsteps.
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Dedication and commitment to water delivery
HDC News itemsDelivering reliable and safe drinking water is testament to a successful relationship between a council and its community. The Waikari Basin Water Treatment Plant is a symbol of this.
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Springing into good driving habits
HDC News itemsSpring is a favourite season for many of us, despite its challenges due to changeable weather.
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Council looks back on productive year as it adopts Annual Report
HDC News itemsIt’s been a productive 2022/23 year for Hurunui District Council, which has ticked off some major capital works.
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Marking dedication and loyalty
HDC News itemsNearly two centuries of collective employment at Hurunui District Council was celebrated this morning during a long service recognition ceremony.
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Connection and Safety hui gets Amberley talking
HDC News itemsA Connection and Safety Hui with local Police has got Amberley residents talking.
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Amberley business leads with green feet
HDC News itemsAn Amberley business is leading with green feet when it comes to recycling and waste minimisation, says Hurunui Council’s Waste and Compliance officer Nicole Hurinui.
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A Word from the Mayor
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Residents encouraged to get involved in their plan for their reserves
HDC News itemsHurunui residents are being encouraged to get involved in planning for the use and future potential of their reserves and green spaces.
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A fresh start for Water Services Reform Programme
HDC News itemsCommunities 4 Local Democracy He hapori mō te Manapori (C4LD) welcomes the new National-led government and its vow to repeal the previous Labour government’s Water Services Reform Programme.
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That windy weekend in mid October
HDC News itemsMid October will be remembered as that windy weekend. It's been a busy day around the district for Council's Utilities team and Roading team.
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Lifeguarding is in the family for the Beckdahls
HDC News itemsIf you live in the Hurunui, you’ll likely find a Beckdahl at a pool near you.
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Community Hub trailer delivers the fun for Hurunui holidays
HDC News itemsHurunui’s Community Hub trailer has again rolled out the good times for the district’s young people over the holidays.
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Have you heard of the Owner-Builder Exemption?
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Exploring an adaptive coastal future
HDC News itemsFollowing on from the success of international recognition for environmental excellence, this week Hurunui District Council (HDC) was presented its certificate...
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Community collaboration secures greater protection for coastland birds
HDC News itemsHurunui’s coastal bird species are enjoying greater protection with the latest in high-tech predator traps safeguarding their eggs and habitat.
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The key to good camping is digital
HDC News itemsPitching your tent or parking up the campervan is the unofficial start of summer for many Kiwis. This summer in the Hurunui District, some camping grounds will be operating a little differently.