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The weather has calmed, but......

As the heavy rain subsides, we're reminding everyone to stay alert for signs of landslides on your farm and around the district. And please remember to fill in the survey….

Council approves public notification for plan change.

Council has approved the public notification of Plan Change 7 to the District Plan, formally opening an Resource Management Act process.

Empowering Hurunui’s ageing population

Hurunui will soon be receiving a dedicated social worker for its ageing population.

All about options for Hurunui’s future

Hurunui District’s councillors will reflect on the strengths of all five options they are asking the district’s residents to consider...

Global unrest factored into new rate for Hurunui

Council rates for Hurunui District residents for the next financial year were set at this week’s Council meeting.

Council improves decision-making process for core service support

Hurunui District Council has adopted a new Strategic Direction, in line with the Local Government Amendment Bill, to set up a clear framework for decision-making, spending and support.

Planning for future growth and resilience in Waikari and Hawarden

A new one million litre water reservoir on Limeworks Road in Pyramid Valley has now been completed.

Board approves disc golf return to Hanmer Springs

Hanmer Springs is set to welcome back a 9-hole disc golf course, with the Hanmer Springs Community Board (HSCB) approving the design and installation of a new course at Tarndale Park.

Feeding a community, from the ground up

On Seadown Crescent in Amberley, a once-empty green space is being transformed into something that will nourish the community for years to come.

Not just books

Accessing help with financial, property and employment advice can all be done at a library near you in Hurunui.

Taking the years in her stride

Hurunui's library users range in age, from toddlers right through to people who are more than 100 years old....

A lens on the personal stories

This week is National Volunteer Week, a chance here in Hurunui to celebrate those people in our communities who do their bit to help others… because they want to.

The road to success for Hurunui’s Driver Mentor Programme

This week is National Volunteer Week, a chance here in Hurunui to celebrate those people in our communities who do their bit to help others… because they want to.

Tramping with a purpose

This week is National Volunteer Week, a chance here in Hurunui to celebrate those people in our communities who do their bit to help others… because they want to.

An honourable line up

​This week is National Volunteer Week, a chance here in Hurunui to celebrate those people in our communities who do their bit to help others… because they want to.

Water services board complete with two new director appointments

Kaikōura Hurunui Water Services Ltd has completed its inaugural board with the naming of two Council appointed directors — Murray Strong and Diane Brandish.

Today is Arbor Day

Today is 5 June, marking Arbor Day and more recently World Environment Day.

A positive force

A new look for Amberley's glass recycling

From next month, glass recycling from their front gate will be an option for Amberley township residents.

Local Water Done Well - May 2026 Update

From 1 July 2026, Kaikōura Hurunui Water Services Ltd will have full responsibility for ongoing delivery and management of Three Waters services across Hurunui and Kaikōura Districts.