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22% rates rise set to be trimmed as angry residents plan protest

Waitaki mayor Mel Tavendale. Photo: ODT Files

22% rates rise set to be trimmed as angry residents plan protest

Amid death threats and widespread community anger Waitaki mayor Mel Tavendale has moved to reverse a deeply unpopular 22% rates rise.

Brakes put on Canterbury 'anti-social' drivers

A large number of infringements were issued as well as green and pink stickers, and vehicles were taken off the road.

Walker on Conical Hill Track found safe

The view from the top of Conical Hill in Hanmer Springs. Photo: Getty Images

Walker on Conical Hill Track found safe

A man who went missing in Hanmer Springs has been found safe, police say.

Hot, windy day fuels Canterbury wildfires

Hot, windy day fuels Canterbury wildfires

Fire crews have returned to several wildfire sites across Canterbury to extinguish remaining hot spots and continue the clean-up.

No action from CAA over Methven balloon crash

The Civil Aviation Authority will be taking no action after two people were injured in a hot air balloon crash in Methven last week.

Christchurch man named as person who died in Lake Tekapo

Concern is rising about the number of small units and short-term accommodation options cropping...

Christchurch man named as person who died in Lake Tekapo

Police have named the man who died after entering Lake Tekapo last week.

Kaiapoi set to shine brightly for Matariki

The Matariki Light path in Kaiapoi will give visitors a magical experience and offer fun and entertainment for the whole family in July.

Hen judged best bird at show

Kaiapoi poultry breeder Heather McCormick with her show champion Coronation Sussex hen. PHOTO:...

Hen judged best bird at North Canterbury show

Heather McCormick’s Coronation Sussex hen has been judged the best bird in show at the North Canterbury Poultry and Pigeon Club’s 127th annual winter show.

Library offers battery disposal service

Canterbury library offers battery disposal service

A new drop off centre in Kaiapoi aims to encourage residents to dispose of their old batteries safely.

'Cats are now our worst predator'

Cats are now considered to be the most deadly predator for the river’s rare and endangered birds....

'Cats are now our worst predator'

The number of feral, abandoned and domestic pet cats roaming and hunting along the Ashley-Rakahuri River near Rangiora has reached a crisis point.

Threatened beach to get multi-million dollar fix

This aerial image of Katiki Beach shows scour, beach erosion and roadside trees having fallen.

Threatened beach to get multi-million dollar fix

A landmark Otago beach at risk of being washed away and taking the state highway with it will be reinforced with more rock armour in a $3 million project.

Council sticks with LGNZ as reforms loom

Selwyn council sticks with LGNZ as amalgamation reforms loom

A majority of Selwyn district councillors have voted to remain a member of Local Government New Zealand.

Another body found in Lake Tekapo

Another body found in Lake Tekapo

The body of a man has been found in Lake Tekapo, the second in less than a week.

Death threats targeting councillor under investigation

Police are investigating the death threats made to a Waitaki councillor ahead of a 22% rates rise in the district.

Poppy the hot air balloon pops into car park

Pilot Kieran McKee guides the balloon down at the Ashburton RSA. Photo: Dellwyn Moylan

Poppy the hot air balloon pops into car park

A giant red hot air balloon was inflated in central Ashburton this week to raise awareness about the RSA.

Hot air balloon festival ready for take off

Hot air balloon festival ready for take off

The organisers of Methven's hot air balloon and laser festival are gearing up for the big event on Sunday.

Councillor gets death threats over rates rise

Councillor gets death threats over rates rise

A Waitaki district councillor, who has called for steep rates hikes, has received death threats on social media.

Error spotted in charges for wastewater

Error spotted in charges for wastewater

Selwyn Water has corrected a mistake which led some residents to believe they would have to pay a higher than expected wastewater charge.

Board members appointed to new water services entity

Board members appointed to new water services entity

The latest board members appointed to North Canterbury's new water services entity will bring "depth and capability" to the role, the chairperson says.

District council confirms rates rise

Two North Canterbury councils will have rate rises of about 5%, if you include the cost of water services.

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