North Canterbury News: January 11, 2024

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6 The OPINION North Canterbury News, January 11, 2024 Long Term Plan presents challenges By DAVIDHILL, Local Democracy Reporter Rivers, regulations and public transport will feature in this year’s Environment Canterbury Long Term Plan, says chairperson Peter Scott. ‘‘We want people to come and talk to us and tell us what they think,’’ Mr Scott said. ‘‘We encouragepeople to read the document and talk to councillors.’’ While it was too early to give afigure, Mr Scott said there would need to be rates increases to keep up with the work required. ‘‘The times are challenginginterms of every dollar we spend, so it will be about what we see in terms of what is needed, rather than what we would like to do.’’ Environment Canterburyhas responsibility for 76,000km of rivers, the most in the country, and therewas the risk of major damage in astorm event similar to Cyclone Gabrielle. There was ongoing worktomake rivers more resilient to flood events, includingremoving willows, maintaining stopbanks and safety structures. Environment Canterburylobbied Government last year with the other regional councils for $2.5 billion over 10 years to fund flood mitigation work in rivers around the country. It led to the Before the Deluge report, but before the funding was approved Cyclone Gabrielle hit. Mr Scott said the regional councils planned to raise the issue again with the new Government ‘‘to protectthe major links, main roads and towns’’ in another storm event. While public transportwas mainly a Greater Christchurch issue, Mr Scott said the MyWay ondemandbus service in Timaru had been successful and there was interest in replicating the initiative in the Waimakariri, Selwyn and Ashburton districts. ‘‘It is about ensuring we are responsive to the needs of Greater Christchurch. ‘‘We have areas of Christchurch which are looking for infill into the areas where it is hard to get buses into. ‘‘The challenge is how do we make the transport pool accessible for those who can’t driveanymore?’’ Mass rapid transport is alsobeing considered for Christchurch. ‘‘We need to get Christchurch sorted. It needs to be accessible because it is the hub for the whole region.’’ Mr Scott said the Long Term Plan consultation document would seek to explain to people what the regional council’s role was, including the different charges general and targeted rates, and uniform and annual charges. While the new Government was promising to repeal legislation, the council was ‘‘ploughing ahead’’ with the existing regulations, he said. ‘‘We just need to keep doing the things we are doing now. ‘‘When we are told of legislative changes we will assess what effect it will have on our ratepayers. ‘‘At the moment it is just speculation.’’ LDR is local body journalismcofunded by RNZ and NZ On Air. School bulging at the seams due to growth in Woodend By DAVID HILL, LocalDemocracy Reporter Woodend School is bulging at the seams as it struggles to keep up with growth in the town. Board of trusteeschairperson Mark Paterson says the school is waiting for a Ministry of Education decision about new classrooms. The school roll is set topass 500 for the first time this year on theback of the booming Ravenswood subdivision. ‘‘The roll is growing dramatically and well ahead of where it was projected to be,’’ Mr Paterson said. ‘‘We’ve been planning for more classrooms and the Ministry is refurbishing two old classrooms to get us through. ‘‘Woodend is growing all the time and with Ravenswood being zoned to Woodend, our school is going to keep growing.’’ Principal Andrew Retallick said the year 1to8school ended last year with 476 Tourist towns busy By DAVID HILL, Local Democracy Reporter North Canterbury’s tourist meccas are enjoying abusysummer after a challenging few years. Tourists are flocking back to Kaikōura and HanmerSprings, as the towns bounce back from Covid19 restrictions and the 2016 earthquake. Kaikōura Mayor Craig Mackle says the town is ‘‘absolutely pumping’’. ‘‘I haven’t seen it this busy in along time. It is wonderful. The food outlets arebusy. I’ve seen The Pier [Hotel] absolutely pumpingthe meals out.’’ Hurunui Mayor Marie Black says the roads through her district have been busy over the last few weeks. ‘‘Whether it is to stop to enjoy acoffee or along stay, it is good to see people taking their time and enjoying what our district has to offer.’’ Destination Kaikōura manager Lisa Bond and chairperson Lynette Buurman say local businesses areenjoying abusy summer, without the staffrecruitment challengesofthe lastfew years. ‘‘Over the lastfew weeks Kaikōura has been really busywith manyfamilies and holiday makers enjoying the beautiful weather,’’ Ms Bond says. ‘‘I am pretty sure ice creams have been in hot demand. There have been plenty of people swimming in the ocean, biking the cycle trails and enjoying astroll along the new link pathway along Esplanade.’’ The town has hosted eight cruise ships visits so far this summer, with another nine scheduledvisits to come. Ms Buurmanisalsobusiness manager at EncounterKaikōura. She says passengervolumes so far this summerare on apar with preCovid levels the summerof2019/20 and at around 90 percent of preearthquake levels. ‘‘I thinkall businesses will be having a good summer. Everyone is upbeat and students. Around 80 new students were set to enrol this year, meaning it is only a matter of time before the 500 mark is passed. ‘‘It is great to see the growth of the school and the community. We are really excited about it, but it is hard to manage. ‘‘It is difficult to predict how many families will move into Ravenswood or how many rental properties will be taken up by families.’’ Mr Retallick said refurbishing the two wedon’t have the staffing challenges we had last summer.’’ ‘‘It might ease off alittle bit now that we are over those stat holidays, but our forward bookings are still pretty solid.’’ The opening of Kaikōura EcoZip Adventures on December 20 has added another onland attraction to complement the onwater activities, Ms Buurman says. Hurunui Tourism product development manager Graeme Abbot says visitor numbers are close to pre Covid levels. ‘‘It is going very well. We’ve had really good customer numbers and they’re all having afabulous time. ‘‘The internationals are back, but not fully back but it is certainly returning. We are hearing lots more accents around the complex.’’ He did not expect visitor numbers to return to preCovid levels for another year. But the pools are back to being fully staff and have been operating full summer hours, after the staff recruitment challenges of the last three years. Hanmer Springs has agrowing list of attractions, including two new hydro slides which were added to the hot pools last year. ‘‘A lot of people have been on the slides, which is what we want to see. Families are interacting and having a great time together,’’ Mr Abbot says. New walking and cycling tracks have been added, and the town has anew disc golf course to add to the mini golf and fullsized golf course. LDR is local body journalism cofunded by RNZ and NZ On Air. old classrooms will tie the school over for this year, but continuing growth means a new build is urgent. He said the Ministry predicted the school will grow up to 650 students over the next few years, making it one of the biggest primary schools in North Canterbury. Another challenge is where to put the new classrooms. The school was already occupying Waimakariri District Council land for its playground, so the only option is to build more two storey buildings. This Week Sun Fishing Guide Moon Wind Swell Pegasus Bay Tide Chart 3 2 Good Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Jan 11 Jan 12 Jan 13 Jan 14 Jan 15 Jan 16 Jan 17 Rise 6:02am Rise 6:03am Rise 6:05am Rise 6:06am Rise 6:07am Rise 6:08am Rise 6:09am Set 9:10pm Set 9:10pm Set 9:09pm Set 9:09pm Set 9:08pm Set 9:08pm Set 9:07pm Best 12:38am Times 1:09pm Rise 4:50am Set 9:25pm Good Best Times 1:41am 2:13pm Rise 6:04am Set10:09pm Ok Best Times 2:43am 3:13pm Rise 7:25am Set10:45pm Ok RANGIORA OCEANWATCH Best Times Gentle Sbecoming Gentle E Moderate SEturning Moderate Sturning Gentle Sbecoming Moderate Sbecoming Moderate SE moderate E strengthening S SE moderate E fresh SE E0.8 mturning NE 1.3 m SE 0.9 m E0.8 m S SE 0.8 m E0.8 m E 1.0 m 3 6 9 NOON 3 6 9 3 6 9 NOON 3 6 9 3 6 9 NOON 3 6 9 3 6 9 NOON 3 6 9 3 6 9 NOON 3 6 9 3 6 9 NOON 3 6 9 3 6 9 NOON 3 6 9 3:42am 4:09pm Rise 8:48am Set11:15pm Ok Best Times 4:36am 5:01pm Rise10:09am Set11:39pm Ok Best Times 5:26am 5:51pm Rise11:27am Ok Best Times 6:15am 6:38pm Set12:02am Rise12:43pm 1 0 Highs Lows Highs Lows Highs Lows Highs Lows Highs Lows Highs Lows Highs Lows Waimakariri 5:05am 2.4 11:24am 0.6 5:56am 2.5 6:48am 2.6 12:31am 0.4 7:42am 2.6 1:25am 0.4 8:36am 2.6 2:18am 0.4 9:31am 2.6 3:11am 0.4 10:27am 2.5 4:07am 0.4 Mouth 5:22pm 2.3 11:38pm 0.5 6:16pm 2.412:15pm 0.5 7:11pm 2.4 1:07pm 0.4 8:07pm 2.4 1:59pm 0.4 9:04pm 2.5 2:52pm 0.4 9:59pm 2.5 3:46pm 0.4 10:55pm 2.5 4:42pm 0.4 Amberley 5:05am 2.4 11:24am 0.6 5:56am 2.5 6:48am 2.6 12:31am 0.4 7:42am 2.6 1:25am 0.4 8:36am 2.6 2:18am 0.4 9:31am 2.6 3:11am 0.4 10:27am 2.5 4:07am 0.4 Beach 5:22pm 2.3 11:38pm 0.5 6:16pm 2.4 12:15pm 0.5 7:11pm 2.4 1:07pm 0.4 8:07pm 2.4 1:59pm 0.4 9:04pm 2.5 2:52pm 0.4 9:59pm 2.5 3:46pm 0.4 10:55pm 2.5 4:42pm 0.4 5:14am 2.4 11:33am 0.6 6:05am 2.5 6:57am 2.6 12:40am 0.4 7:51am 2.6 1:34am 0.4 8:45am 2.6 2:27am 0.4 9:40am 2.6 3:20am 0.4 10:36am 2.5 4:16am 0.4 Motunau 5:31pm 2.3 11:47pm 0.5 6:25pm 2.4 12:24pm 0.5 7:20pm 2.4 1:16pm 0.4 8:16pm 2.4 2:08pm 0.4 9:13pm 2.5 3:01pm 0.4 10:08pm 2.5 3:55pm 0.4 11:04pm 2.5 4:51pm 0.4 5:16am 2.4 11:35am 0.6 6:07am 2.5 6:59am 2.6 12:42am 0.4 7:53am 2.6 1:36am 0.4 8:47am 2.6 2:29am 0.4 9:42am 2.6 3:22am 0.4 10:38am 2.5 4:18am 0.4 Gore Bay 5:33pm 2.3 11:49pm 0.5 6:27pm 2.4 12:26pm 0.5 7:22pm 2.4 1:18pm 0.4 8:18pm 2.4 2:10pm 0.4 9:15pm 2.5 3:03pm 0.4 10:10pm 2.5 3:57pm 0.4 11:06pm 2.5 4:53pm 0.4 5:07am 1.7 11:26am 0.3 5:59am 1.7 6:52am 1.8 12:29am 0.2 7:46am 1.8 1:24am 0.1 8:41am 1.8 2:20am 0.1 9:37am 1.8 3:16am 0.1 10:35am 1.7 4:14am 0.1 Kaikoura 5:28pm 1.5 11:35pm 0.2 6:22pm 1.6 12:18pm 0.2 7:16pm 1.6 1:11pm 0.2 8:12pm 1.6 2:06pm 0.2 9:08pm 1.7 3:01pm 0.1 10:04pm 1.7 3:57pm 0.2 11:00pm 1.7 4:52pm 0.2 *Not for navigational purposes. Wind and swell are based on apoint off Gore Bay. Maori Fishing Guide by Bill Hohepa. www.ofu.co.nz www.tidespy.com Graphic supplied by OceanFun Publishing Ltd. RANGIORA
JANUARY2024 HDC NEWS... What's happening Hurunui? AHOT SPELL PREDICTED, PLEASE CONSERVE WATER As weanticipate astretch ofhot weather over the next two weeks, it is crucial that we come together as a community to conserve our precious water resources. The heat not only affects us but also puts immense pressure onthe rivers and aquifers that supply our water. In an effort to safeguard our natural resources, particularly our water aquifers, water restrictions will be implemented when necessary. It's essential tonote that these restrictions are preventive measures, physical constraints on your water supply may or may not be required. Rather, they aim toencourage responsible water usage during periods of increased demand. Remember, small changes in our daily routines will make asignificant impact onwater conservation: Fix water leaks promptly. Adjust your mower height: Raising your lawnmower blade to leave grass taller will provide shade to the soil and reduce evaporation. Embrace abrown lawn: having abrown lawn is part ofKiwi summer, embrace it. If you do water your lawn, do so sparingly and during the early morning orlate evening to minimise water loss through evaporation. Stay Informed: Keep yourself informed about local water restrictions and adjust your lawn and garden care habits accordingly. Sweep outdoor areas rather than hosing. Opt for full loads in your washing machine and dishwasher. DRAFT SPEED MANAGEMENT PLAN ON HOLD Thank you to everyone who provided feedback for the draft Speed Management Plan (SMP) 2023/2027 last month. For now, wewill be placing the next step of our SMP on hold. This is due to the government's decision toamend speed limit rules, in line with its changes around stopping blanket speed limit reductions. Government changes made last month removed mandatory requirements for Road Controlling Authorities (such as Hurunui District Council) to implement SMPs by 29 March 2024. The government has stated anew Land Transport Rule will be set to ensure that when speed limits are set, economic impacts –including travel times –and the views of road users and local communities are taken into account, alongside safety. It will also implement variable speed limits on roads approaching schools during pick up and drop off times, rather than permanent reductions. As your Council, we will be reworking the SMP tomeet any new changes in requirements, with your feedback a large part ofall SMP considerations. The government has not yet set adate for the implementation ofthe new Land Transport Rule. Irrigation infrastructure has been installed at Amberley’s Eastern Reserve, one more step towards the development of the sportsfield which will commence this year. It’s pool party season, ahighlight of the summer for many young people throughout Hurunui District. They are taking place throughout January. EASTERN RESERVE SPORTSFIELD -WORKS UPDATE Works will continue atAmberley's Eastern Reserve this summer, following last month's installation ofthe irrigation bore. Pipework will now belaid, linking four 25,000L storage tanks which are required for the irrigation ofthe new sportsfield. Development of the new sportsfield will commence later this year following the tender process and awarding of acontractor. Infrastructure atthe Reserve will also include anew small pump shed, some perimeter fencing and soft screening plants. MANU CHAMPS IN HURUNUI The Hurunui Manu Champs are making asplash at the MainPower Amberley Pool this month -be apart ofthe fun and join our manu competition at 10am on Saturday 27 January 2024 to win prizes and become the Hurunui manu champion.The winners ofthe Hurunui manu competition will get free entry to the ZManu World Championships Christchurch heat at Jellie Park in February 2024. To register, type Manu Champs into the search bar on our website, pop into one of our service centres orgive usaring. January derives its name from the ancient Roman god Janus, the deity ofbeginnings, transitions, and endings. Janus is often depicted with two faces, one looking tothe past and the other toward the future, afitting representation of amonth that straddles the old year and the new. Meetings 29 Hanmer Springs Community Board 1.00pm (Venue: The Gallery, Hanmer Springs Library) 30 Council meeting 9.30am (Venue: Council Chambers, Amberley) In brief Abig thank you Abig thank you toeveryone in Hurunui who generously donated to the district’s foodbanks. Offers of nonperishable foods are gratefully received all year. Old 4New Want to trade in your old lifejacket? Always a popular drop-in opportunity, Old 4 New is taking place in Amberley this Saturday from 9am-3pm, outside Council on Carters Rd. Trade in your old life jacket and save $30 on amodern fit-for-purpose Hutchwilco lifejacket. Keep it clean, recycling Kiwi summer holidays can create plenty of recycling. Please take the time to clean your recycling before putting it in your clear bags for kerbside recycling, so the bags can berecycled too. Events Pool parties 2024 Join us for afree splash and asausage sizzle, the sun is shining! Thu 11.1.24 -Rotherham, George St, 11am-1pm Fri 12.1.24 -Culverden, School Rd, 11am-1pm Tue 16.1.24 -Cheviot, School Pool, 11am-1pm Tue 16.1.24 -Greta Valley, School Pool, 3pm-5pm Wed 17.1.24 -Waiau, Clarence St, 11.30am-1.30pm Thu 18.1.24 -Waipara, School Pool, 11am-1pm Thu 18.1.24 -Leithfield, School Pool, 2.30pm-4.30pm Tue 23.1.24 -Hawarden, School Pool, 11am-1pm Wed 24.1.24 -Hanmer Springs, School Pool, 11am-1pm Thu 25.1.24 -Omihi, School Pool, 11am-1pm Incorporated societies If you're agroup operating inHurunui as an incorporated society and are worried about how to meet requirements under the new Incorporated Societies Act 2022, don't despair. Council is hosting Community Law Canterbury for aFREE workshop to explain key sections of the new law. To register, please email community@hurunui.govt.nz byMonday March 42024. Please mention the organisation you are representing. The workshop will be held onMonday March 25at 10.30am at Council Chambers. You can also look under 'Events' on the website. FREE Aquafit sessions FREE Aquafit sessions are being held atthe MainPower Amberley Pool on Wednesday January 10 at 6pm and Tuesday January 16at10am. If you would like an opportunity to give Aquafit a go, head on down to the pool - it's a great way to meet people and try out anew way toincrease your fitness. Keep reading skills alive these holidays Summer Reading Booklets are available at the Hurunui District Libraries for 3-18 year-olds. Return completed booklets to your local library by Wednesday January 24 and receive an invitation for your family to the Finale Party onSaturday January 27. PHONE US: Amberley: 03314 8816. Cheviot Freephone: 03 319 8812. Amuri &Hanmer Springs Freephone: 03 315 8400. info@hurunui.govt.nz www.hurunui.govt.nz Hurunui District Council
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