The Council is urging residents to avoid throwing batteries in their rubbish, after a fire broke out in a kerbside collection truck last week.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora has issued a health warning for Rakahuri | Ashley River at SH1.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora has lifted its algal bloom health warning for the Ashley/Rakahuri River at Gorge Bridge.

If you’re welcoming a furry friend to your family this summer, adjusting your lifestyle can be as much of a journey as choosing the right name for them.

Water is such an essential part of summer in the Waimakariri. However, it is important that we conserve our water use where we can to make sure we have access to our wai all summer long!

Demolition of the former Rangiora Police Station at 309 High Street has been scheduled to begin on 6 January 2025.