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Riding the emergency wave

It was role play, that felt very real. This week at Hurunui District Council Exercise Pandora unfolded.

End of an era for three Hurunui councillors

The meeting agenda was folded away for the final time for three of Hurunui’s district councillors this week, marking not only the end of the triennium, but the end of an era for them.

Putting the ‘we’ in welfare

Waipara Village residents and wider community still vividly remember the hot and windy months two summers ago which caused two wildfires and subsequent evacuations.

A positive path into pharmaceuticals

Brodie Marris has nearly finished his first year at Otago University studying health science, and will branch off into pharmaceuticals in 2026.

A healthy Expo for Cheviot

Having more wellbeing services available for more people, is the reason the Cheviot Wellbeing Expo is happening this month.

Further investigation required for Grierson Avenue proposal

Councillors have voted that further investigation is needed around any reasonably practicable options to access to Amberley Golf Club at the Hurunui District Council Meeting today.

Emotional scenes at graduation for Hurunui youth.

Life is on the up and employment prospects are growing strong, for seven young people graduating from the Hurunui District Council’s SEED Youth Development Course.

A word from the Mayor

A great place to work

HDC is proud to recognise an exceptional milestone as Vanessa Nelmes marks 30 years of dedicated service, making her one of the longest serving members of staff in the Council’s history.

Joint Water Services Delivery Plan Approved by DIA.

A joint plan for the delivery of water services in the Kaikōura and Hurunui districts, has received the green light from the Secretary of the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA).

HDC Launches First Ever Amberley Garage Sale Trail

The Hurunui District Council is excited to announce the launch of the inaugural Amberley Garage Sale Trail, a town-wide event scheduled for Saturday 29 November 2025.

A Word from the Mayor

A word from the Mayor

One roaming dog can destroy a season’s lambing, says animal officer

As lambing season begins across the Hurunui District, dog owners are reminded that the responsibility for keeping dogs under control lies squarely with them.

‘Tireless’ community contributors recognised at community awards

The Hurunui Community Service Awards once again recognise the tireless individuals who give so much to their communities.

Hurunui Youth Programme launches rural student transition programme

A pilot transition programme is giving Year 7 and 8 students in Hurunui the tools, confidence, and friendships they need to transition to the next step in their school journey.

Councillors endorse working agreement for water delivery

Hurunui and Kaikōura district councillors have this week approved a commitment agreement for the future provision of water services.

A Word from the Mayor

Registered dogs more quickly reunited with owners

“When dogs are registered, it’s much easier for Council to quickly reunite them with their owners,” says Hurunui Council’s Compliance and Waste Manager Andrew Brown.

Plan to promote wellbeing for thousands of Hurunui residents

Hurunui Council’s Strategy and Community Committee has officially approved the Hurunui Age Friendly Action Plan.