Council News
Saturday 6 November is the new date for Bite Nite Culture Fest and organisers, the Ashburton Youth Council, can’t wait.
Four people and two organisations will be celebrated at this year’s Community Honours Awards, which recognise the contributions and achievements of those who go above and beyond for our district.
The appearance of daffodils and blossom at Ashburton District Council parks and reserves signals the start of a busy spring for Open Spaces staff, who have also been giving their new fleet of mowers a big workout.
Ashburton District Council is keeping a close eye on its legacy Library and Civic Centre building, as major building projects around the country face potential supply chain problems.
We’ve been encouraged by the number of Ashburton District people telling us how they feel about Government’s proposed Three Waters reform. Over 100 folks completed our online survey in the first 48 hours and there’s still plenty of time to give your opinion.
Landowners attending a local workshop about planting natives will have the chance to see how a Methven farmer has transformed a weedy corner of his farm.
MetService has issued a red warning for strong winds for the Canterbury high country and foothills area. This is based upon expected winds gusts of up to 160km/h and is forecast to be stronger than the winds overnight Thursday/Friday.
Ashburton District Council is consulting the community over a parking strategy for the district and an Ashburton town centre parking management plan.
Ashburton District Council has received 33 submissions on the future of Grove Street park in Tinwald, but is worried a technical issue on the Council's website might have affected other submissions.