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By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
A community board is being proposed for Hurunui’s south ward, including Amberley.
The Hurunui District Council accepted a proposal to create a South Ward Community Board as part of its representation review at a meeting on Tuesday, March 12.
It … View moreBy David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
A community board is being proposed for Hurunui’s south ward, including Amberley.
The Hurunui District Council accepted a proposal to create a South Ward Community Board as part of its representation review at a meeting on Tuesday, March 12.
It will now go out for public consultation on Monday, March 25.
The concept of a South Ward Community Board received unanimous support, but the late addition of splitting the south ward into two subdivisions created division and was supported by six councillors, with five opposed.
Governance team leader Michelle Stanley proposed community board membership comprising two members from the Amberley subdivision and three from the Kowai subdivision (the rest of the ward), as well as four councillors.
If successful, the community board would replace the existing south ward community committee, which comprises local appointees, for the 2025 and 2028 local government elections.
Councillor Pauline White, who represents the south ward, said she initially opposed the idea of a community board, but later changed her mind.
‘‘One of my initial fears was it could disempower the different voices we get at the community committee, but having the sub-divisions will help to overcome that.
‘‘If we put this out to our constituents they will submit and tell us whether this is the right thing.’’
Councillors Vanessa McPherson and Gary Jackson, who both serve the south ward, said they could not support splitting the ward.
Jackson said the south ward was ‘‘one community’’ and adding the subdivisions was ‘‘an added complication, which will confuse people’’.
McPherson said having the subdivisions would be ‘‘too limiting’’.
The Hurunui district already has one community board at Hanmer Springs and councillor Tom Davies, who lives in the village, said it worked well.
‘‘We all have slightly different interests and there is very strong debate at the meetings and outside of meetings.
‘‘In a small community differences tend to disappear and you come to a decision of what is best for the village.’’
Council staff estimated a South Ward Community Board would cost ratepayers around $50,000 a year, or about $25 per south ward ratepayer.
Councillors backed retaining the status quo of the mayor and 10 councillors representing the south, west and east wards, and the Hanmer Springs Community Board.
The remaining community committees in Amuri, Hurunui, Cheviot and Glenmark, will also be retained.
■ LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.
If you are still thinking about exterior painting now is the time to get this organised before the cold weather begins. Maybe your interior needs a freshen up now is the time to get this booked in as we will be mainly working indoors over the winter period
Get in touch with Andy and the friendly … View moreIf you are still thinking about exterior painting now is the time to get this organised before the cold weather begins. Maybe your interior needs a freshen up now is the time to get this booked in as we will be mainly working indoors over the winter period
Get in touch with Andy and the friendly team for a quotation
Hop into Easter with our Gift Guide 2024! Whether you're spoiling the grandkids or surprising your closest pals, we've gathered delightful gifts to make this Easter memorable.
Explore now and find the perfect treasures to cherish the season with those you love. Don't leave it to … View moreHop into Easter with our Gift Guide 2024! Whether you're spoiling the grandkids or surprising your closest pals, we've gathered delightful gifts to make this Easter memorable.
Explore now and find the perfect treasures to cherish the season with those you love. Don't leave it to the last minute – start shopping now from the comfort of your couch!
Pick your own apples. Open every weekend from 0900 till 1700hrs. Open during the week only by appointment. At present Red Pippin is available. This variety is slightly sweet. Good for school lunches, stewing up and just eating. $1.00 a kilo. .We do not have eftpos Bring your own Bags. 125 … View morePick your own apples. Open every weekend from 0900 till 1700hrs. Open during the week only by appointment. At present Red Pippin is available. This variety is slightly sweet. Good for school lunches, stewing up and just eating. $1.00 a kilo. .We do not have eftpos Bring your own Bags. 125 Fletchers Road, Loburn. Contact Sue on 0276078502
Discover the ease and comfort of assisted living in a serviced apartment at Charles Upham Village. Serviced apartment living gives you more time to embrace the things that bring you joy, while we take care of your housekeeping, home maintenance, a daily chef-prepared meal and more.
Call Tracy … View moreDiscover the ease and comfort of assisted living in a serviced apartment at Charles Upham Village. Serviced apartment living gives you more time to embrace the things that bring you joy, while we take care of your housekeeping, home maintenance, a daily chef-prepared meal and more.
Call Tracy on 03 310 8644 to join our welcoming community today.
Learn about the latest trends in wallpaper
See the latest collections
Get tips and tricks on hanging wallpaper
It's free to attend.
… View moreLearn about the latest trends in wallpaper
See the latest collections
Get tips and tricks on hanging wallpaper
It's free to attend.
Choose whichever of these dates suits you best.
Hornby Resene ColorShop
278 Main South Road, Hornby
Monday 18 March 5.30pm - 8pm
If you’d like to attend this free wallpaper evening, please RSVP to hornby.colorshop@resene.co.nz
Tower Junction Resene ColorShop
Unit 9, 4 Troup Drive, Christchurch
Tuesday 19 March 5.30pm - 8pm
If you’d like to attend this free wallpaper evening, please RSVP to towerjunction.colorshop@resene.co.nz
Lichfield Street Resene ColorShop
234 Lichfield Street, Christchurch
Wednesday 20 March 5.30pm - 8pm
If you’d like to attend this free wallpaper evening, please RSVP to lichfieldst.colorshop@resene.co.nz
Rangiora Resene ColorShop
83 Victoria Street, Rangiora
Thursday 21 March 5.30pm - 8pm
If you’d like to attend this free wallpaper evening, please RSVP to rangiora.colorshop@resene.co.nz
We look forward to seeing you!
IMPORTANT NOTICE -
Rangiora Scottish Country Dance Club now meets at the Methodist Church Hall - King Street (opposite Town Hall Carpark area), Rangiora.
NOT the Anglican Church Hall as previously advertised.
We meet on a Monday evening - 7.30pm - 9.30pm. (Beginners / Introductory Class runs … View moreIMPORTANT NOTICE -
Rangiora Scottish Country Dance Club now meets at the Methodist Church Hall - King Street (opposite Town Hall Carpark area), Rangiora.
NOT the Anglican Church Hall as previously advertised.
We meet on a Monday evening - 7.30pm - 9.30pm. (Beginners / Introductory Class runs from 7.30pm - 8.30pm).
No partners needed.
Soft soled shoes are best.
Bring a water bottle.
Look forward to seeing you there!!
Contact Gail 0212984712 for more information
Were gifted these freshly picked Taro Leaves today .
I dont know how to use it, so free to anyone who want it.
Corokia Gentys Green is hardy New Zealand native plant with a small compact leaf. Very versatile - excellent for background planting, shelter, and clipped hedging. Perfect for hedging or as an individual specimen to add to your garden. Great for boundary. Around 100 available. $4 per plant
Good sized plants. Looks like buxus when grown but grows at twice the speed. Tiny oval dark green leaves. Plant in full sun or semi shade. Ideal plant to shape into balls cones etc perfect for planting now $3.50 per plant
Can't make your roses sing? Wanting to know when to start planting your broccoli? We are kicking off our Q&A series with Jo McCarroll in the hot seat answering questions on all things gardening from 9am Friday.
As well as being the author of Vege Patch From Scratch, Jo is also the … View moreCan't make your roses sing? Wanting to know when to start planting your broccoli? We are kicking off our Q&A series with Jo McCarroll in the hot seat answering questions on all things gardening from 9am Friday.
As well as being the author of Vege Patch From Scratch, Jo is also the editor of NZ Gardener magazine and has been for 15 years. She is looking forward to answering your gardening questions.
Whether you're dipping your toe in the soil or have seasoned green fingers, we welcome you to...
↓ Share your question with our gardening guru below... ↓
Today, we celebrate the heroes living right under our roofs, who uplift and empower us every day – the wives, mums, daughters, and nans.
Take a moment to say thank you to these incredible women who shape your lives with their grace and courage.
Don't forget to use NZ Compare to … View moreToday, we celebrate the heroes living right under our roofs, who uplift and empower us every day – the wives, mums, daughters, and nans.
Take a moment to say thank you to these incredible women who shape your lives with their grace and courage.
Don't forget to use NZ Compare to brighten your household bills!
Choosing the right care centre is an important decision. To help you, we’ve put together The Ryman Care Guide to highlight the care, kindness and comfort that our care centres provide.
At Ryman villages, we offer care options customised to suit your needs. Our villages all offer rest home … View moreChoosing the right care centre is an important decision. To help you, we’ve put together The Ryman Care Guide to highlight the care, kindness and comfort that our care centres provide.
At Ryman villages, we offer care options customised to suit your needs. Our villages all offer rest home care, and most also offer hospital and specialist dementia care.
Our assisted living apartments are in the heart of the village and include services like housekeeping and chef-prepared meals to make life easier.
Discover the kindness and comfort of Ryman care, request your free copy today.
Click read more for your free guide.
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