The devastation following Cyclone Gabrielle has rekindled Cantabrians memories of the aftermath of natural disasters, resulting in an overwhelming desire to pitch in and help says Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon.

Residents’ views on how Greater Christchurch will develop as its population continues to grow will be at the heart of an ambitious urban growth and transport plan being developed.

The decision of the High Court issued today confirms the Government’s Three Waters plan is expropriating councils Three Water assets and that the decision to pay compensation rests with Parliament.

The New Zealand Motor Caravan Association has this week opened its new motor caravan park in the Red Zone area of Kaiapoi East.

A heavy rain watch remains in place for North Canterbury until 1am Thursday morning despite Cyclone Gabrielle keeping forecasters on their toes overnight with a few changes in direction. However, the expected rain levels have dropped significantly.

As a precautionary measure from tonight, Wednesday 8 February, we will be supplying chlorinated water to South Kaiapoi.