New Waimakariri mayor 'humbled'
New Waimakariri mayor 'humbled'
The new mayor for Waimakariri says he will be starting his job on Monday in earnest.
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Hurunui elects first woman mayor
Hurunui elects first woman mayor
Marie Black becomes the Hurunui District Council's first women to hold the office of Mayor.
Business owner wins Timaru mayoralty
Business owner wins Timaru mayoralty
Business owner Nigel Bowen is a clear winner in the Timaru mayoral contest.
Ashburton has a new mayor
Ashburton has a new mayor
Ashburton has a new mayor with a candidate who ran an all-or-nothing campaign coming out on top.
Bridge options explored
Bridge options explored
Restoring access to the Clarence Valley will be a job for the next mayor.
Mock crash educates seniors at Mount Hutt
Mock crash educates seniors at Mount Hutt
Mount Hutt College has held its first mock crash day in many years to to illustrate the dangers of drink driving and to target students who are beginning to learn to drive.
Jebson takes out Ellesmere senior player of the year
Jebson takes out Ellesmere senior player of the year
Darfield flanker Haigh Jebson was named senior player of the year at the annual Ellesmere Rugby Awards on Friday night at the Dunsandel Community Centre.
Walkers hit Rangiora streets
Walkers hit Rangiora streets
Walkers came from far and wide to raise awareness of mental wellbeing on Sunday.
Time to talk waste reduction
Time to talk waste reduction
Residents will have a chance to get some tips on waste reduction and recycling at the Rangiora Show.
Another Wyllie at the helm as 148th show looms
Another Wyllie at the helm as 148th show looms
Malcolm Wyllie is continuing an impressive family tradition as president of the Rangiora Show.
Artists organise Cust display
Artists organise Cust display
The community is set to benefit from a display of crafts hosted by the Cust Craft Group next month.
Pool and fire brigade to benefit from hunt
Pool and fire brigade to benefit from hunt
The Waiau Pig Hunt celebrates its 20th anniversary this year.
National award for Rosa
National award for Rosa
Community stalwart Rosa Bennett, who is nearing 90, is the humble recipient of an honorary Age Concern New Zealand's Dignity Champion award, and it took her by surprise.
Chris shows his skills at the wheel
Chris shows his skills at the wheel
Rangiora firefighter has had his driving skills put to the test.
Unique fundraiser planned
Unique fundraiser planned
A longstanding friendship with Christchurch architect Sir Miles Warren has resulted in a unique fundraising opportunity for North Canterbury Riding for the Disabled (NCRD).
Picturesque gardens set to inspire visitors
Picturesque gardens set to inspire visitors
Garden lovers have just a few weeks to wait until the 2019 Hurunui Garden Festival on Friday, November 1.
Fete promises a blissful day in a beautiful setting
Fete promises a blissful day in a beautiful setting
A 50-year-old Fernside garden will host the Christmas Country Fete on October 31.
Gallery stalwart Anne recognised for dedication, support
Gallery stalwart Anne recognised for dedication, support
Ashburton Art Gallery stalwart Anne Carr has been recognised for her dedication and support for the facility with an honorary life membership.
Brewer Todd in with shout
Brewer Todd in with shout
Amateur brewer Todd Grieve was among the flurry of people getting their entries in for the Ashburton A&P Show competitions last week.
Water quality to benefit from 100,000 new plants at lagoon
Water quality to benefit from 100,000 new plants at lagoon
More than 100,000 plants are being planted at the newly-constructed Ahuriri Lagoon wetland near Tai Tapu in a bid to improve biodiversity and water quality.