Council News
There is no direct threat to the Ashburton District’s coastline, following the 7.7 earthquake near the Loyalty Islands at 3.57pm today.
Heads up if you live on the western side of Tinwald, because road works are planned in your area next week.
Taylors Stream Reserve is being closed early this winter so Council staff can remove weed trees, including sycamore, and replant the green space with native tree species.
If you needed a reminder about the growing reach of modern libraries, then the agenda from a recent Council Activity Briefing is a great place to start.
Rob Mackle has been confirmed as the highest-polling candidate in the Western Ward by-election following the official declaration of results today.
Te Mana Ora - Community and Public Health has lifted its algal bloom health warning issued for Lake Hood and its canals on 16 March.
The Ashburton District was on show last week to more than 330 international buyers at the tourism trade show Trenz.
Ashburton Mayor Neil Brown joined Canterbury mayors and the leader of Environment Canterbury on a joint visit to the Beehive yesterday to advocate for the region.
Rob Mackle is set to be declared as a Western Ward representative on the Ashburton District Council, following the release of preliminary results in the ward by-election today.
I’m reflecting about our community connections this week and how, like all good relationships, they need work to stay healthy.