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Summer water restrictions imposed for district

See Ashburton District's summer water restriction levels for your town or area.

Council removes boil water advisory for north-east Ashburton private wells

The Ashburton District Council has today removed the boil water advisory in place for residents with private bore water connections in the north-east area of Ashburton, however people are urged to continue testing their private wells to ensure the water is safe to consume.

Irrigate crops, not roads

Property owners who irrigate are being reminded to check the settings on their irrigation systems to ensure the water is only going on paddocks and not nearby roads.

Council holiday hours and services

See the Council services affected over the holiday season.

Seasonal grass cutting at Range Street dog exercise area helping to offset costs

The grass at the Range Street dog exercise area on the old Ashburton landfill has today been cut and harvested ready for bailing, which will help to offset the cost of maintaining the area.

Rangitata River Flooding (UPDATES)

Severe flooding in the Rangitata River has caused major damage to roads and bridges, making travel across the river difficult. Expect delays. Visit this the Council's website and/or Facebook page for continued updates.

Topp Twins exhibition gets special visit from the Dames themselves

The Topp Twins' extraordinary lives and the contributions they've made are the focus of a special exhibition now on show at the Ashburton Museum, and Dames Lynda and Jools Topp dropped into the Museum on Friday 6 December to take a special tour and reflect on the characters and issues that not only tell their story, but also New Zealand's story.

Montalto Water Supply - Boil Water Notice REMINDER

A boil water notice remains in place for the Montalto water supply.

Find Santa’s helpers at The Great Santa Hunt

Ashburton District families are in for a festive adventure at the Ashburton Museum this month, with the Great Santa Hunt kicking off on Wednesday 18 December.

Busker Nights 2019

Friday 20 December 6.30pm - 9.30pm Music at Baring Square East presented by The Ashburton Courier

Ashburton to shine brighter at Nights of Lights festival

Ashburton is set to light up with even more Christmas cheer this year, thanks to a bigger and brighter lineup of festive activities in the annual Nights of Lights festival, and it all kicks off with the lighting of the town Christmas tree at Light Up the Night on 29 November.

Ashburton businesses to extend shopping hours during Nights of Lights festival

Event-goers to Ashburton's Nights of Lights festival in Baring Square East will be able to tick Christmas shopping off their 'to do' list during the festive activities, with several local retailers extending their opening hours on Friday 29 November and Friday 13 December.

Nominations open for Methven Community Board by-election

Nominations are now open for the Methven Community Board, with nominations welcome until 12 noon, Monday 23 December.

Council responds to reporting of Councillor remuneration

The Ashburton District Council wishes to correct reports made in the media about the elected member remuneration process that was tabled at the 20 November Council meeting.

Topp Twins Exhibition coming to Ashburton

Ashburton will have the chance to celebrate the unique contributions of two of New Zealand best-loved entertainers, Lynda and Jools Topp at an exhibition coming to the Ashburton Museum on 30 November.

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