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Helping in Hanmer Springs in every way they can

This year the Community Service Award for the Hanmer Springs Community was awarded to Lynda and Fred Saunders. The retired couple has lent a hand wherever they can..

Investing in the places that brings us together

The true spirit of community service

Pam Murdoch has quietly dedicated much of her life to serving the Waiau community. Countless hours spent working behind the scenes, without seeking recognition.

Bird of the Year - The Black Fronted Tern needs your vote

Right here in Hurunui there’s a lovely bird we can all honour and vote for during Bird of the Year campaign for 2026. It’s a delicate silvery grey creature with a smart black cap...

Connecting to a clean future

A popular Hanmer Springs holiday camp now has its drinking water supply provided by Hurunui District Council’s (HDC) town supply in Hanmer Springs...

A family with a vision

Back in July, the Hurunui District celebrated some of its best community serving members at the annual Community Service Awards.

Hanmer Springs water network has room to grow

Kaikōura Hurunui Water Services (KHWS) can confirm the Hanmer Springs water supply network will have enough capacity to support the town's current wave of development.

Council Meeting Update - Tuesday 25 August

Decision items passed today. A dog park amendment for the Grierson Plantation Reserve Management Plan and a decision to keep a First Past the Post (FPP) voting system for the 2028 triennial elections.

Hardworking couple whose actions have always spoken louder than words.

Mark and Deb Wilson's contribution cannot be measured by a single project, event or achievement. It's found in the countless acts of kindness, generosity and practical support offered over many years.

A bright idea

What started as a frustrating series of thefts has turned into an inspiring example of great local initiative and community generosity.

Tiromoana Bush

Demolition to begin on the Rutherford Ward, Queen Mary Hospital

An exciting step forward with the demolition of the Rutherford Block begins the transformation of the southern end of the former Queen Mary Hospital site in Hanmer Springs.

Planning ahead for growth

The Waikari Health Centre is expanding, all thanks to the initiative and dedication of its local community.

Keep at it and you’ll get there

It’s a great feeling having your restricted driver licence in your hand, it makes getting a job so much easier.

Decades of support for young people

Recently, Hurunui District celebrated some of its best community serving members at the annual Community Service Awards in July.

Council Brings Rail Safety to Life for Local Students

The focus for Rail Safety Week this year in the Hurunui District, will be on primary school students understanding that trains need far more distance to stop than most people realise.

Hurunui Enters Head Start To Create New North Canterbury Unitary

Hurunui has voted to work in partnership with Waimakariri District Council to create a new North Canterbury unitary authority as part of its Simplifying Local Government Head Start proposal.

Hurunui residents back North Canterbury Unitary Authority option

Hurunui District Council's recent community sentiment survey on local government simplification has revealed strong support for the formation of a North Canterbury Unitary Authority.

Celebrating Hurunui's owls

Did you know the Hurunui is home to two owl species, and used to be home to a third?

A true community rescue effort

There’s a new feature at Hanmer Springs domain, driven by the community to serve the community.