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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.

Simplifying Local Government

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.

Protecting our wetlands

The Amberley wetland on Stanton Road received a great dose of attention and care on Mother’s Day.

Keep your mind open

It’s hard to know what you want to do when you ‘grow up’ when you’re 17 years-old, so the best thing to do is keep open minded.

Recycling their way to tidiness

The sheds on George and Maree Lucas’ sheep and beef farm in Greta Valley are a lot tidier these days.

Significant contribution to the building industry

At last week’s annual Building Officials Institute of New Zealand (BOINZ) conference, Hurunui District Council’s Building and Property Manager, Kerry Walsh, received an award.....

Hurunui rises to the road safety challenge

Road Safety Awareness Week, which ran from 4 to 10 May, brought both a sobering message and a real sense of community to the District last week.

Kaikōura Hurunui Water Services Appoints CEO

Seeking stability, strong leadership and a people-focus, the Board of the newly established Kaikōura Hurunui Water Services Ltd (KHWS) has appointed Benjamin Day to the Chief Executive Officer role.

A Seasonal Change

The power of simplicity

Chat with your child and take time to play. It’s nothing fancy, but these are the two most important factors required for preparing an infant for the school years...

Mill Road safety needs coordinated approach

A proposal by NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi’s (NZTA) to prohibit the southbound right-turn movement from State Highway 1 into Mill Road at Leithfield...

Saving the rainy days

Water harvesting doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated, and your plants will love it. Nick Gill from Broomfield is a massive fan..

A different look for Hurunui’s rates bill

This week the draft budget was adopted by Council, which established that the rates bill for Hurunui ratepayers will look a little bit different come July.

Ashworths Beach rich coastline

This week is Conservation Week. Last weekend a guided walk along Ashworths Beach was enjoyed by a few local conservation enthusiasts.