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Ashburton Youth Council seeking young leaders for 2020

Ashburton District youth who are passionate about their community and who want to make a difference in the lives of local young people are being encouraged to apply for the 2020 Ashburton Youth Council (AYC).

Urgent repairs push Tinwald pool opening back one week

The Tinwald pool will officially open for the season on Saturday 7 December after urgent repairs are made to the pool fibreglass, ensuring the facility will be primed and ready for visitors.

Applications sought for Global Ambassador programme

Ashburton District rangatahi (young people) with an interest in pursuing a career in international relations are being urged to apply to become an Ashburton Global Ambassador (AGA) with the Ashburton District Council.

Ashburton to welcome Afghan refugees in 2020

Ashburton will resettle Afghan refugee families next year when the settlement programme begins in June, the Ashburton District Council has announced today.

Local industry training graduates recognised at ceremony

Thirty Industry Training Graduates have been celebrated for their achievements at a graduation ceremony hosted by the Ashburton District Council last week.

New appointments to Experience Mid Canterbury board

The Ashburton District Council has announced the appointment of Graham Russell and Chris Gourley to the Experience Mid Canterbury (EMC) Board of Directors.

Road sealing programme gets underway

The first rays of sunny, warm conditions in Mid Canterbury have signalled the beginning of road construction season, and several roads around the Ashburton District are set for resealing.

Ashburton salmon fountain back in action

It's sat dormant outside the Ashburton Library for a number of years but last week through the kindness of local businesses, the McElhinney salmon water fountain burst back into life.

Rakaia forestry plantation undergoing planned harvest

The Ashburton District Council has begun harvesting its radiata pine forestry plantation outside Rakaia, and the income generated from the timber sales will be used to offset rates.

Big year reported for Ashburton District roads

Ashburton District roads and footpaths benefited from significant investment during the last financial year, with close to $8.8 million spent resurfacing, rehabilitating, metalling and upgrading the network.

Site blessing commemorates beginning of Ashburton River Crossing and Pump Station project

started this week, and last Friday the Council gathered with Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua and supporting organisations to commemorate the occasion with a site blessing.

Look after your furry friends during fireworks

Council is urging residents to take the correct safety precautions when letting off fireworks to ensure the welfare of pets and animals. We encourage all owners to keep their pets inside at night to avoid them becoming distressed by the loud noises.

Council adopts 2018-19 annual report

A number of high profile projects were progressed or completed in the Ashburton District during the 2018/19 financial year, in addition to a large programme of business-as-usual activities, the Council's Annual Report shows.

Hundreds of creative letterboxes crafted for competition in Ashburton

Bright, bold, quirky and crafty letterboxes filled the Ashburton Museum over the school holidays, and the people most qualified to judge the creations - NZ Post were on hand last week to select the the winners.

Countdown on for opening of Methven's new skatepark

There could be a big wishlist for scooters and skateboards in Methven this Christmas, as the town's new skatepark looks set to be completed just in time for the summer holidays.

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