Council News
Sections of two of the most well-used rural roads in the Ashburton District will be upgraded as part of a $2.3 million road rehabilitation contract awarded last week.
Work on the Ashburton Relief Sewer (ARS) line is on track with Council contractors expected to finish trenching along Albert Street by the end of August.
A new tractor and four new mowers will create significant efficiencies this spring when the grass growing season begins.
Arundel Rakaia Gorge Road at the Pudding Hill stream bridge will be closed for five days next week for emergency repair work on the bridge and bridge approach.
Ashburton District Councillors have approved up to $9.4 million to improve Methven’s drinking water – an upgrade that will commission detailed plans for a new membrane treatment plant, and build two new reservoirs to help meet peak demand on the scheme.
Individuals and groups with upcoming projects in the heritage, creative communities or community event space are being invited to apply for funding.
Nominations are being sought for the 2021 Community Honours Awards, which recognise individuals and/or organisations who have carried out meritorious voluntary community service in the Ashburton District.
Ashburton’s new welcoming mural has been described as a positive and happy addition to the urban landscape.
UPDATE: Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency has advised that planned repairs to Ashburton’s SH1 bridge will continue this week, weather permitting.
People organising Mid Canterbury events that will attract visitors from outside the district are being encouraged to apply for up to $10,000 from a regional event fund set up by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment to help boost domestic tourism.