Council News
More Census information about households, education and employment in the Ashburton District has been added to Council’s website, as part of a helpful tool to view the data.
New 30km/h speed limit signs going up around schools in the Ashburton district will come into effect on Monday 17 July, which is also the start of the new school term.
MHV Water will be providing temporary stockwater ranger duties in the Montalto Hinds area, on behalf of Council, from Monday 3 July.
Five carparks in front of Supervalue in the Methven Mall will move to 30-minute parking restrictions by the end of July.
The water supply to Lake Hood will be shut down for four hours on Monday 3 July so contractors can connect a new subdivision to Council’s drinking water network.
A major piece of work crosses the finish line this week when Council adopts its Annual Plan and budget for the 2023-24 financial year.
Local dog owners have been paw-sitive about the introduction of new metal registrations tags in the Ashburton District, with over 1000 pooches registered in the first week.
Council will be conducting another round of pest control at the Ashburton Cemetery and Ashburton Business Estate this week, targeting rabbits, hares and possums.
The EA Networks Centre pool area will continue to open later on Tuesday and Thursday mornings, and at the weekend while it contends with staff shortages.
The Canterbury Mayoral Forum has welcomed the final report from the Future for Local Government review panel.