Proposed plan expands Rangiora and Kaiapoi, allows more medium density housing
Rangiora and Kaiapoi would have 450 hectares of land to build new housing on – and more space for medium density developments – under a newly proposed district plan.
About 15,000 new homes need to be built in the North Canterbury district over the next 30 years, according to the Waimakariri District Council.
The existing district plan, effectively a rulebook for where different types of developments can happen, has been in place since 2005.
The council is currently consulting with the community on the new plan. It has already received about 70 public submissions. Continue reading here.
Photo: Rural land north of Northbrook Rd, Rangiora which is earmarked for development under a proposed change to the Waimakariri District Council’s district plan.
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.8% Yes, supporting people is important!
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24.4% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.8% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
Firewood
People need to be careful when purchasing firewood,we just had the worst experience with a guy,as he ended up bringing what he owed tonight,4 days later and hardly any communication and a lot of promises.It was very disrespectful.will be weary from now on that's for sure
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