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By David Hill, local democracy reporter
Environment Canterbury plans to consult on its Ashley River strategy later this year.
North Canterbury zone manager Andrew Arps says the Rakahuri/Ashley River Braided River Strategy is an important piece of work.
It will be one of the first out of … View moreBy David Hill, local democracy reporter
Environment Canterbury plans to consult on its Ashley River strategy later this year.
North Canterbury zone manager Andrew Arps says the Rakahuri/Ashley River Braided River Strategy is an important piece of work.
It will be one of the first out of the blocks, along with a Rangitata River strategy, he said.
"We are working through reach by reach to see how it all works together as an over-arching plan.
"ECan is writing the strategy, but it is a multi agency, community approach, which is why the consultation process is important."
The regional council consulted on its masterplan for the Rangiora Reach, at Cones Road, Rangiora, last year, which will be incorporated into the overall strategy.
Some initiatives were already under way, including woody weeds clearance work at the Ashley River Gorge and Okuku River.
The consultation process would identify more work which was needed.
The recent experience of Cyclone Gabrielle in the North Island had highlighted the dangers of forestry "slash", Arps said.
"The forestry down here and the terrain is at a different scale, but there are things we need to look at.
"It is a different environment, but there are also risks which is why the clearance of the willows is important work.
"As has been highlighted, we are likely to see more of these events in the future so we need to be as best prepared as we can be."
But the biggest barrier was funding and the council would need more central government support to tackle the problem to prevent a repeat of what was seen in the North Island.
Braided river revival regional lead Greg Stanley said the strategy would provide an action plan for organisations to work together to restore ecological and riparian corridors, and to re-connect people with the river.
"Community input will be essential to shaping a strategy that helps meet the vision for the people who live, work and play along the river."
The strategy was being co-drafted with Mahaanui Kurataiao Ltd to ensure mana whenua input, Stanley said.
An initial draft strategy had been prepared to engage with local community groups which had indicated suggestions for improvement.
For more information, go to www.ecan.govt.nz...
Downsizing my garden due to health reason .
Black beauty, Cabana Banana, Daniel's Favourite, Edinburgh, Duet, Colour Spectacle, Happy Jill and many more!!
(too many varieties to put the photos here)
Pick up at:
TRADEZONE BUILDING (by the shop's door entrance)
326 Flaxton … View moreDownsizing my garden due to health reason .
Black beauty, Cabana Banana, Daniel's Favourite, Edinburgh, Duet, Colour Spectacle, Happy Jill and many more!!
(too many varieties to put the photos here)
Pick up at:
TRADEZONE BUILDING (by the shop's door entrance)
326 Flaxton Road, Rangiora,
Monday - Friday: 10.00am - 4.30pm
Saturday: 10am - 12.30pm
Please pay with the exact amount, as no change will be given (Honesty box - Red Box)
Happy to post nationwide, will be paid by buyers. Just send me a message.
Listed elsewhere also.
Kitty Kingdom Cat Rescue in Rangiora hope to present a petition to Waimakariri District Council requesting a bylaw, which would make it mandatory for domestic cats to be desexed, microchipped and registered on the New Zealand Companion Animal Register. A bylaw would reduce the cat population, … View moreKitty Kingdom Cat Rescue in Rangiora hope to present a petition to Waimakariri District Council requesting a bylaw, which would make it mandatory for domestic cats to be desexed, microchipped and registered on the New Zealand Companion Animal Register. A bylaw would reduce the cat population, enforce responsible cat ownership, protect our wildlife and reduce cases of animal cruelty in our district. Please check out the link below and sign and share if you agree. If not, thank you for taking the time to read this post.
www.change.org...
Even well-insulated homes can lose up to 45% of the room's heat without having adequate curtains. This is why Curtain Banks are in high demand at this time of year.
A petition is circulating to get curtains added as part of the Healthy Homes Standards in the hopes of helping renters avoid… View moreEven well-insulated homes can lose up to 45% of the room's heat without having adequate curtains. This is why Curtain Banks are in high demand at this time of year.
A petition is circulating to get curtains added as part of the Healthy Homes Standards in the hopes of helping renters avoid living in cold, damp conditions. Do you think curtains should be mandatory for New Zealand homes?
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.
Get a group of friends together and head on over to Cheviot for the community Matariki Weekend Two-Day Market on Friday 14 and Saturday 15 July. Quality stalls including arts and crafts, antiques and collectables, clothing, locally made wooden items, fresh walnuts, baking, jams pickles and … View moreGet a group of friends together and head on over to Cheviot for the community Matariki Weekend Two-Day Market on Friday 14 and Saturday 15 July. Quality stalls including arts and crafts, antiques and collectables, clothing, locally made wooden items, fresh walnuts, baking, jams pickles and sauces, bric a brac, second-hand books and DVDs and lots more. We're indoors in the lovely warm and welcoming Knox Community Centre Hall between 10am and 2pm on both days. Plenty of parking close by and just a short stroll to great coffee and eats. See you there.
The skies might be grey but there's colour in our communities - and we want to see it!
Resene and Neighbourly have teamed up this winter to bring you Bright Spots - a celebration of the brightest and most colourful spaces in our neighbourhoods. We want you to snap and share all those spots… View moreThe skies might be grey but there's colour in our communities - and we want to see it!
Resene and Neighbourly have teamed up this winter to bring you Bright Spots - a celebration of the brightest and most colourful spaces in our neighbourhoods. We want you to snap and share all those spots in your neighbourhood that bring a smile to your face and add a little colour to your day.
There are 10 prizes of $250 Resene ColorShop vouchers and $250 Prezzy® cards up for grabs so you can create your own Bright Spot!
Enter your local bright spots pics today and be in to *WIN*.
Does anyone know when the Mid winter dip is at Waikuku beach? Of it may be Woodend, I'm not sure.
When you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you … View moreWhen you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you enjoy.
Find out more about our living options today and get ready for a new lifestyle.
*some conditions apply
Celebrate the local hospitality people and places that bring life and personality to your community. Is your most-loved barista, front of house person or team, roadside stall, bartender, food truck or takeaway, or new business the best in the region - or even the country? Go to … View moreCelebrate the local hospitality people and places that bring life and personality to your community. Is your most-loved barista, front of house person or team, roadside stall, bartender, food truck or takeaway, or new business the best in the region - or even the country? Go to stuff.co.nz/loveyourlocal to vote for your favourites and show them you appreciate what they do!
Extend the boundaries of the garden season by making your own cloche protected in Resene paints.
Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Anti-poverty campaigners are criticizing a campaign rolled out by the government. The campaign shares tips for New Zealanders to save energy while the energy companies continue to make huge profits at this time.
These tips include reassessing your power plan, switching off unused appliances, … View moreAnti-poverty campaigners are criticizing a campaign rolled out by the government. The campaign shares tips for New Zealanders to save energy while the energy companies continue to make huge profits at this time.
These tips include reassessing your power plan, switching off unused appliances, having heat pumps set to lower than 21°C, cold laundry washes and having showers of less than five minutes.
Vote in our poll and share what you think of these energy-saving tips below.
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Large and small bushes being removed in next 2 weeks.
Ph 3135462 Coldstream road . Rangiora.
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