Council News
EA Networks has partnered with Ashburton District Council to celebrate 100 years of serving the community by staging a three-day lighting spectacle in the Ashburton Domain.
The health of a district’s economy can often be seen in the number of businesses that trade within its boundaries - from farmers to manufacturers to coffee shops.
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.