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Infrastructure funding announced for three waters reform

Following last month's Government announcement regarding plans on water reform that would see millions invested to help upgrade the country's three waters infrastructure, the Minister of Local Government, Hon Nanaia Mahuta, has recently announced the allocations of this fund.

Mountain film festival raises thousands for upcoming local event

Hikes along the Pacific Crest Trail in the U.S.A and white water rafting in the Andes were all on the agenda in Ashburton at the weekend, when the NZ Mountain Film Festival came to town for a second year.

Bite Nite Reimagined

Friday 2 October 2020

Mid Canterbury to benefit from $20 million shovel ready project funding

Ashburton’s new Library & Civic Centre project has been given an enormous boost, with MP Megan Woods today announcing the Government will contribute $20 million from its COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund towards the $51.6 million facility.

Grants and Funding

Round 2 grants now open for applications!

Detection programme saving water in Methven and Hinds

Potential water leaks around Methven and Hinds have been in the Council's sights this month, with work underway to 'sound out' any wasteful leaks in the drinking water networks.

Ashburton District well placed, but not immune to economic impacts - CEO Breakfast

He's a familiar face on our TV screens when the country needs the latest on the economic outlook, and last week (23 July) Infometrics Senior Economist Brad Olsen was in Ashburton to share his insights with local business owners and managers at the district's CEO Breakfast.

Submit your creative design to feature in street art

Ashburton's streets are set to receive some creative flair in the coming months as part of the Chorus cabinet art programme, and local artists are being invited to submit their designs by 31 August.

One-way street system starting on Burnett and Tancred Streets - Ashburton CBD

Drivers in the Ashburton CBD will need to mindful of which roads they are wanting to turn onto from Monday 3 August, when Burnett and Tancred Streets become one-way roads.

$40 million RBP Network funding extension welcomed in Mid Canterbury

The $40 million funding extension announced for the Regional Business Partner (RBP) Network will make a tremendous difference for Mid Canterbury businesses as they navigate the post-COVID-19 environment, Ashburton District Mayor Neil Brown says.

Moore-Cass Street intersection closing to through-traffic again next week

Stormwater pipe installations will continue on Moore Street in the Ashburton CBD next week (27 July), which will close the Moore/Cass Street intersection to through-traffic for several days.

Ashton Beach enhancements starting next week

The Council will next week begin work to enhance safety and protect biodiversity values at Ashton Beach, with investigations underway on developing a new area for motorbike riders.

Check it's the right plastic before putting it in recycling

Mid Canterbury residents will need to be extra mindful of the plastics they are sorting into rubbish and recycling from the start of next month, when new changes begin for the district's recycling service.

Moore and Cass Street intersection closed to through-traffic next week

A new stormwater pipe being installed along Moore Street in the Ashburton CBD will temporarily close the Moore/Cass Street intersection to through-traffic next week, but drivers will still be able to access the road throughout the work.

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