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Rangitata SH1 bridge pile repair underway
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) will start repairs early next week on the SH1 Rangitata River bridge after damage to a pile was discovered during regular maintenance
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'There be dragons' at the Ashburton Library these school holidays
A Matariki-themed escape room and dragon play programme called 'Here be Dragons' will add to the fun at the Ashburton Library during the July school holidays.
93% of Glow waste diverted from landfill
The waste station at Council’s Glow in the Park earlier this month collected 670kg of rubbish, but was able to divert 93 per cent of it to recycling and composting facilities.
Cr Phill Hooper: Steering against the negative drift
Over the last couple of months, we have asked our community for their feedback on the Long Term Plan proposal. Now I have another ask of our community, or a small part of our community.
Water meter data will help prioritise pipe renewal
Council will consider prioritising water pipe renewals in Methven, as part of its response to data gathered from water meters installed in the town 18 months ago.
Council services over Matariki long weekend 2024
The public holiday on Friday 28 June to celebrate Matariki will see temporary changes to some Council services and facilities.
Changes at satellite recycling facilities
Council has made some changes at its satellite recycling sites, aimed at reducing contamination and encouraging good recycling habits.
Properties on Dromore supply asked to conserve water
Properties on the Dromore water supply are asked to conserve water on Monday 24 June, when contractors will replace a pump at the Dromore water treatment plant.
Mayor: In praise of reading and volunteers
I’m reminded of my childhood this month, with an invitation to read to a primary school class and to also attend the launch of a new programme aimed at reading to babies and toddlers.
Methven SH77 speed limits changing end of July
Speed limits for a section of SH77 in the town of Methven will change towards the end of July, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA).
Council Brief
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From the Mayor & CE
CE Hamish Riach: Final decisions on the Long Term Plan
By the time you are reading this, Councillors will have made some concrete decisions about the final form of the Long Term Plan, including what to do with the Tinwald Pool and Balmoral Hall.
MAYOR: Keeping a close eye on three waters model for the future
You might have seen in the news that Auckland Council has struck a deal with the Government about future investment in three waters infrastructure … so what does that mean for smaller councils like us?
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Ashburton District Council Events
Caught in the Moment: Guardian photographs of 1974
Ashburton Museum
Which moments in time did the Ashburton Guardian photographers capture around Hakatere Ashburton throughout 1974? In this exhibition, a selection of photographs from our large...
Jubilee: Selected works from the Ashburton Society of Arts Collection
Ashburton Art Gallery
Now in its sixtieth year, the Ashburton Society of Arts (ASA) is a mainstay of Whakatere Ashburton's arts community, running weekly art group meetups, classes...
Beginner Spinner Class
Ashburton Library
Six week beginner spinner course.Tutored by Shona Schofield and Ashburton Creative Fibre Members, this course is designed to get you underway with your spinning.Suitable for...
Dice tower
Ashburton Library
Need a dice tower to take your games to the next level? Come along to our teen holiday programme on Thursday 11th July at 2pm.For...
Facilities News
Library's new chapter preparing for big reveal
Library
New Ashburton Library staff Jay and Ben can't wait to show their community all the cutting-edge library features when it opens to the public later this month.
Excitement builds for move to new library
Library
There’s just over a week left to grab your holiday reads for the beach or bach, as staff at the library make final preparations for the big move to Te Whare Whakatere, the new library and civic centre.
Library urges members to try eBooks and eAudio
Library
Staff at the Ashburton Public Library are encouraging people to try out the growing range of eBooks, eAudio and digital resources as the facility prepares to close for three weeks to move into the new library and civic centre, Te Whare Whakatere.
Construction delays push back library relocation
Library
Construction delays have pushed back the Ashburton Public Library’s move to the new library and civic centre, though about 120 non-library Council staff will still relocate as planned by the end of the year.
Project News
NW Ashburton wastewater extension project moves to final stage
North West Ashburton Waste Water Servicing
Contractors will return to Allens Road at the end of May to begin the final stage of the North West Ashburton wastewater extension project.
Last pipes laid in NW Ashburton wastewater extension
North West Ashburton Waste Water Servicing
The final pieces of pipe in the North West Ashburton wastewater extension were laid underground on Allens Road recently, but not before attracting a bit of attention because of their unusual shape.
Wastewater project starts final phase in Allenton
North West Ashburton Waste Water Servicing
A 500m stretch of Allens Road will be closed to traffic for 10 days, weather permitting, from Monday 23 January when contractors begin the final phase of the North West Ashburton wastewater extension project.
Contract awarded for Baring Square East refresh
Baring Square East Upgrade
A $2.45 million contract to redevelop Baring Square East has been awarded to Tru-Line Civil, the same contractor who worked on the revitalisation of Ashburton’s CBD.
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Further Notice of By-election for the Western Ward
The nomination period to fill the extraordinary vacancy for the Western Ward has now closed, with four candidates standing in the upcoming election.
Notice of 2022 Triennial Local Authority Elections
Official notice of the 2022 Triennial Local Authority Elections
Website Maintenance Ahead!
Some of our online EServices will be down for scheduled maintenance Saturday 26 March 2022 from 7am till 5pm. We apologise for any inconvenience.
UPDATE: Precautionary boil water notice lifted for Methven
UPDATE 18 February: Methven’s boil water notice has been lifted.