North Canterbury News: February 19, 2026

Thursday, February 19, 2026 | Issue 1183 | www.starnews.co.nz
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Platinum anniversary celebration
Bert and Claire Thomson celebrated 70
years of marriage this month.
APlatinum Anniversary is extremely
rare in New Zealand, with the milestone
representing only about 0.1% of all
marriages.
Bert and Claire’s story started at the
RSA Hall in Rangiora in 1954 when they
spotted each other across the dance floor.
Bert lived on the Manahune Farm up
the Glenmark Drive at Waipara and Claire
was atypist at alawyers’ office in
Rangiora.
They were married on February11,
1956, at the St John’s AnglicanChurch in
Rangiora on what they described as ‘‘a
typical North Canterbury sunny summer
day’’.
Bert remembers being ‘‘very nervous’’
on the big day, while Claire remembers
that her mother made her and the
bridesmaid’s dresses.
After the nuptials, they honeymooned on
the West Coast and settled into married
life back on the farm.
They soon welcomed daughters Jude in
1957,Karen in 1958, and son Phil in 1962.
Bert and Claire later moved from
Manahune to Mt Donald, afarm nextdoor,
and eventually moved offthe farm into
Amberley in 2003.
From 2006 Bert became aregular onthe
mower for son Phil’s business,Waipara
Mowing, until his early 90s.
With Bert finally accepting retirement,
the happy couple now reside in Woodend
where they love being visited by their
extended family which now includes 10
grandchildren and 15 greatgrandchildren.
They celebrated the wedding milestone
with afamily gathering at Waipara Springs
winery on February 15.
They also received congratulatory cards
from KingCharles III, Prime Minister
Christopher Luxon, local MP Matt Doocey,
Minister for Seniors Casey Costello,
Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon, and
Hurunui Mayor Marie Black.
The big day ... Bert and Claire Thomson on
their wedding on February 11, 1956.
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Eastern link
roadbudget
blows out
By DAVID HILL,
Local Democracy Reporter
Ratepayer backing is sought for amuch
anticipated North Canterbury roading
project, despite abudget blowout.
The Waimakariri District Council will
seek feedback from ratepayers as part of
this year’s annual plan on whether to
proceed with the proposed Rangiora
eastern link road, which is now expected
to cost $65.6m.
Abusiness case is set to be presented to
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency for
funding of $26m, while the development
contribution has been set at $22.6m.
The council previously consulted on
the project in the 2024/34 Long Term
Plan, with aprojected cost of $37.9m.
The council’s contribution of $17m
would be loan funded, with ratepayers
paying $35 ayear per property over a20
year period, which works out at less than
70 cents aweek per property.
Mayor Dan Gordon said the project has
been endorsed as ‘‘priority one’’ by the
New Zealand Infrastructure
Commission, Te Waihanga.
‘‘The cost of $65m reflects the costs of
construction and where we are at now.
‘‘If you look at the Christchurch
Northern Corridor, it cost about $350m,
whereas the Woodend Bypass is
expected to cost $1 billion.
‘‘The longer we leave it, the more the
cost will grow.’’
The Rangiora eastern link road would
ease congestion on Southbrook Road,
which has 26,000 vehicle movements a
day and growing.
The new road would link Southbrook
with the new Bellgrove sub­division in
east Rangiora.
It would divert traffic at the ‘S­bend’ on
Lineside Road and pass to the west of the
council’s waste treatment ponds, cut
through council­owned land and the
Spark family dairy farm, before
connecting with Spark Lane.
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2 North Canterbury News, February 19, 2026
Minister digs deep for little digger
BySHELLEY TOPP
Abid byRangiora couple Angel and
Caleb Noble to establish New Zealand’s
first mini­digger adventure experience
nearly ground to ahalt before it began.
Enter the Minister forWorkplace
Relations and Safety Brooke van Velden
who supported and praised Angel and
her husband Caleb fortheir initiative,
helping them cut through the red tape to
get the venture under way.
Angel Noble, founder of Little Rides,
says they launched with aclear mission
to inspirekids through hands­on play.
‘‘However,our small digger was
unexpectedlyclassified under 1978
regulations for rides like Ferris wheels,
requiring acouncil permit for every
single booking. This nearly ended the
business before it truly began.’’
But rather than giving up, Angel and
her husband Caleb contacted the
minister, who is also deputy leader of
the ACT Party, seeking her support for
the initiative.
Ms van Velden responded with a
personal visit to Angel and Caleb's
Rangiora home where she tried out the
mini digger and later sent the couple a
letter saying she admired their
initiative.
‘‘You are very inspiring. Keep up the
amazing work,’’ she said.
The minister also was able to help
solve the permit issue.
‘‘Therewas variance amongst them in
cost and documentation. Brooke helped
us get to the right people with WorkSafe
to get adetermination as to whether we
did ordid not fall within the definitions
of an amusement device,’’ Angel said.
The WorkSafe response was their
littledigger did not fall into that
amusement device category so permits
are no longer required.
Angel said the minister’s visit had
inspired them to get ‘‘back on track’’
with their business of being achildren’s
mini digger hire company to create
hands­on­play learning opportunities
for children, and provide free visits to
pre­schools and childcare centres with
their mini digger and amobile sandpit.
They are now also accepting bookings
for their free preschool and Kōhanga
Reo visit programme to ‘‘take the little
digger directly to Canterbury's
tamariki’’.
The free pre­school visits are funded
by the private bookings the little digger
generates for the business.
Angel and Caleb are hoping the
Having fun ... The deputy leader of the ACT Party, Brooke van Velden trying out aLittle
Digger Rides digger during arecent visit to the Rangiora home ofthe business owners
Angel and Caleb Noble.
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initiative will encourage the next
generation of builders to grow
confidence and also ensure purposeful
play is accessible to all.
‘‘I am someone who didn't have alot
(growing up) as Iwas the youngest child
to asingle mother of six who was on the
benefit,’’ Angel said.
‘‘I feel incredibly lucky Idonot have
the same struggles that Idid as achild,
so Ihope that children in similar
situations can dream big after avisit
from our digger.’’
Angel said the idea forthe business
came from their two toddler sons, who
are digger ‘‘obsessed’’, and from Caleb, a
diesel mechanic who has had alot of
experience with real diggers.
‘‘We created Little Rides to take the
stress out of celebrations while sparking
something special in every child.
‘‘Our diggers aren't just toys, they are
tiny confidence builders, imaginationigniters,
and maybe even the first step
toward afuture passion,’’ Angel said.
The mini digger is aVekain model,
designed especially for children to use.
‘‘Caleb has also modified it by making
the movements slower to elevate the
safety, put stoppers in so that it will only
reach the confines of the sandpit and
limited the jolting motions,’’ Angel said.
To find out more about booking the little
digger for aprivate function or afree
pre­school/playcentre visit,contact
Angel at littlerides.co.nz.
Rangiora eastern link critical infrastructure
FromPage 1
From Spark Lane, it will continue up
McPhail Road and Bellgrove Boulevard
to Coldstream Road.
‘‘Locals know howimportant it is to
invest in the Rangiora eastern link and
upgrades to our current roading
infrastructure, and it’s great to also have
this recognised by the Infrastructure
Commission,’’ Mr Gordon said.
‘‘This is critical infrastructure. We
want to get on with this and we want to
hear from our community.’’
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Thursday,July31, 2025 | I sue 157 | www.starnews.co.nz
By DAVID HI L,
Local Democracy Reporter
It was hailed as a ‘one­stop shop ’ to
make it quicker and easier to build
major projects when it pa sed into law
last December.
But none of thefive North Canterbury
projects included in the Government’s
Fast­track A provals Act have
progre sed beyond being ‘listed ’
projects in the fast­track proce s.
They were among 149 projects listed
in the legislation.
In astatement released last w ek,
Infrastructure Minister ChrisBishop
and Regional Development Minister
Shane Jones said around 50 of the 149
projects had lodged substantive
a plications with the Environmental
Protection Authority (EPA), since the
a provals regime was established in
February.
Of those, none have b en a proved so
far, with the first eight expected to be
signed o f by the end of the year.
Proposed housing developments at
Ōhoka, W odend and west Rangiora
were listed in the legislation, along with
the W odend Bypa s and the Amuri
I rigation Company Ltd’s Balmoral
water storage facility and fish scr en.
An EPA spokesperson has confirmed
none of the five North Canterbury
projects have lodged substantivefasttrack
a plications.
Developers of alisted projectcan
a ply to the EPA where an ‘expert
panel’ wi l a se s the projectand
consult with ‘directly a fected groups ’.
Panel convenors determine theextent
of the consultation, meaning the is no
guarant e local communities wi l have a
say.
There is no timeframe for alisted
projec to lodge an a plication, the
spokesperson said.
When the project list was a nounced
in October last year, Mr Bishoppointed
the finger at councils forcreating the
housing crisis.
‘Speaking in general terms, councils
have contributed to our housing crisis
by being overly picky about where
houses can be built, ’ he said a the time.
The W odend and west Rangiora
developments have since b en included
in the new WaimakaririDistrict Plan
adopted last month, meaning they may
not n ed to be fast­tracked.
Amuri I rigation Company
chairperson DavidCroft said the
company anticipated aresource consent
would be granted by Environment
Canterbury (ECan) in the next few
months, after it was lodged in 2023.
‘It l oks like the normal consenting
proce s wi l be faster. In somewaysit
would be the ideal situation because
everybody has had the chance tohave
their say in asystem they are familiar
with. ’
A$20m loan from the Government’s
Regional Infrastructure Fund was
a nounced earlier this month for the
Balmoral water storageproject.
The proposed Ōhoka development
was rejected from the District Plan,
after aprivate plan change requestwas
rejected by an independent
commi sioner in November 2023.
It is sti l subjec to an Environment
Court a peal.
An Environment Court spokesperson
said the a pe lant, Carter Group, has
b en directed to advise the court by
August 2 ‘how or whether it intends to
proc ed ’.
Waimakariri District Council
development pla ning manager Ma t
Bacon said under thenew District Plan,
the site of the proposed Ohoka
development is zoned rura lifestyle.
It mean the farmland could be subdivided
into 4ha lots, but not into an
850­home development as proposed.
Carter Group wascontacted for
comment but areply had not b en
received by the time the North
Canterbury News wen to print.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency
has b en completing geotech reports as
it continues scoping work for the
proposed W odend Bypa s.
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Servicefrustrates customers
ByROBYN BRISTOW
Spark customers are fed up with alack
of internet service and cellphonecalls
not connecting, or dropping out due to
poor reception.
They are now demanding answers
from Spark after monthsoffrustration.
One customer told the North
Canterbury News she often only had
two or three bars of service in central
Rangiora, and calls often dropped out,
frustrating her and many others.
She believes the lack of cellphone
coverage is due to Spark not keeping up
with demand as the population in
Rangioraand beyond continues to
increase.
Spark says it is aware ‘‘some
customers’’ in the Rangiora area are
experiencing mobile or wireless
broadbandperformance that isn’t
meeting expectations.
ASpark spokesperson says it is
‘‘actively managing capacity’’ to protect
customer experience.
‘‘That includes temporarily pausing
new Wireless Broadband connections
in some areas, so existing customers
continue to get areliable service.
‘‘Wealso have further network
investment planned, including anew
site to the east of Rangiora to improve
coverage between Woodend and
Rangiora.’’
It is also promising ‘‘over time’’ sites
in the area will be upgraded and
additional capacity added where it’s
needed.
The spokesperson says population
growth can place pressure on networks,
which is why ‘‘we continuously monitor
performance and invest to stay ahead of
demand’’.
‘‘Our focus is on balancing immediate
performance for customers today, while
continuingtobuild and upgrade the
network forthe future.’’
Those who have complained to the
North Canterbury News say they pay for
aservice and they are ‘‘not getting’’ it.
‘‘We pay through the nose for a
service and we are only getting half a
service.’’
One said they had travelled north to
Gore Bay and had four bars service, and
the same on atrip to Akaroa in the
opposite direction.
‘‘But this morning in Rangiora Ihad
none.’’
They say it is not just Rangiora that is
suffering from poor service delivery, as
people in surrounding areas were also
often experiencing problems.
They are also critical of the Spark
website.
They say it is not up­to­datewith
‘‘who gets what coverage’’ in the area,
and are critical that no­one ever
physically comes to make contact with
complainants, or check out the
situation, after they have made
complaints, making it more frustrating
for those who regularly have to ring and
complain about poor reception.
Focus onhomeless in Waimak
By DAVID HILL,
Local DemocracyReporter
ANorth Canterbury council is hoping to
find acommunity­led solutionto
homelessness.
The Waimakariri District Council says
there is no single solution to the growing
numbers of reported cases of
homelessness or sleeping rough.
The council plans to bring together
representatives from multiple agencies
next month to consider options to
respond to agrowing need.
The meeting is in response to Mayor
Dan Gordon calling on staff to look into a
bylaw to address the district’sgrowing
issues around homelessness.
‘‘Homelessness is acomplexissue and
there is no­one agency who provide a
single solution,’’ the council’s strategy,
engagement and economic development
generalmanager Simon Hart said.
‘‘A compliance or regulatory response
likeabylawmay be an eventual outcome,
but this process is the best startingpoint
in finding solutions that help those most
in need sooner.
‘‘We want to ensure that homeless
people aren’t just rotating around the
district, perpetuating the issue, but
instead are getting the support they
need.’’
The council’s community team has
been working with Social Services
Waimakaririand the Salvation Army.
Council staff have also reached out to
the faith sector, Housing First, the
Ministry of Social Development,the City
Mission, communityhousing providers,
the Hillmorton Crisis Mental Health
teaminChristchurch, Odyssey House,
the police and other agencies.
‘‘Ahead of the meeting we are
surveying them to get afuller
understanding about the extent of the
issue in Waimakariri,’’ Mr Hart said.
The council has invited
representatives from The People's
Project,acommunity­led initiative in
Tauranga and Hamilton, which provides
areferral pathway ‘‘tohelp solve
instances of homelessness that has been
successful’’. ‘‘The aim of thismeetingis
to establish apathway to triage reported
local cases of homelessness /rough
sleeping,’’ Mr Hart said.
‘‘We want to establish alocal model
like The People’s Project,withanaim
that we collectively provide the right
support for each individual.’’
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Relationship initiative positive
Oxford Area School taking the initiative
to talk about what makesahealthy
relationship, have impressed,
Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey.
Agroup of Year 12 students were
behind aHealthy Relationships pop­up
event, and Mr Doocey said he admired
their passion for raising awareness
among their peers, discussing what
defines both ahealthy and an unhealthy
relationship.
‘‘The youth voice is particularly
importantwhen it comes to the subject of
healthy relationships, as they are the ones
embarking on relationships with one
❛The youth voice is particularly
important whenitcomes to
the subject of healthy
relationships.❜
—Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey
another, often for the first time,’’ he said.
‘‘It was really good to hear the
organisers talk about the pitfalls of
navigating relationships nowadays, and to
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hear of the support they value from their
peers when things go wrong.
‘‘Given the worrying statistics due to the
prevalence of social media and online
pornography, this is avital conversation
for teenagers to be addressing, and I
admire the students for showing this
initiative and organising such afantastic
event.’’
The event, which was supported by the
Oxford Community Trust, Waimakariri
District Council,and Violence Free North
Canterbury, allowed students to play
games, interact and learn more about
what makes ahealthy relationship.
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Run, walk,have fun and enjoy the sights
ByROBYN BRISTOW
Ifyou are arunner, ajogger or you are
just keen for astroll along the Kaiapoi
River, the Kaiapoi Fun Run and Walk
on Sunday, March 6, is for you.
It is starts from the KaiapoiBorough
School in Raven Quay, at 9am with the
10km and 5km runners, and the 5km
walkers.
It follows the picturesque Kaiapoi
River through the centre of Kaiapoi up
to the Silverstream Village, andback
again to finish at the school.
The 10­kilometre running course is a
good opportunity for the serious, and
not so serious runners,totest their
fitness on aunique course that is very
different from most around the district.
Nearly all the course is off road so the
competitors can relax and enjoy the run
alongside the Kaiapoi River up to the
historic Butchers Footbridge at
Silverstream Village and back down the
river again to the finish.
With only one road crossing at
Silverstream Village it is avery running
friendly trail where you can relax and
enjoy the picturesque riverside scenery
without having to worry about traffic.
For the not so serious runners there
is a5km course that follows the same
route up to the Railway Bridge over the
Kaiapoi River on the south side of the
river,and then returns to finishatthe
school.
The 5km walking course is open to
walkers, young and old, who want to
keep their fitness up.
The course is suitable for prams and
strollers if you wanttobring your young
ones along, but not scooters, bikes or
pets.
In previous years there have been
some very fast times recorded forthe
10km and 5km men's and women's
runners.
The first three men, and the first
three women running will receive
certificates to acknowledge their times
on the day.
All competitors who attend the
prizegiving are eligible for spot prizes
which have been donated by local
businesses.
The prizegiving will be at 10.30am at
the school hall.
The Kaiapoi Fun Run Committee
wouldlike to thank Enterprise North
Canterbury, Total Traffic Management,
EnvironmentCanterbury, the
Waimakariri District Council, Kaiapoi
New World, and the many volunteers in
Kaiapoi and Silverstream who all
contribute to making the event avery
successful one.
Entry to the run and walk is $16 for
adults, $8 for 5to18years, and free for
under 5years.
Online registration is open, you can
register at events.humanitix.com/
kaiapoi­fun­run­and­walk­xls5wamn.
All event participants need to check
in at the Kaiapoi Borough School from
8.40am. Cash entries will also be
accepted from 8.30am on the day.
If you have any queries, please email,
events@blackwellsdeptstore.co.nz.
Enjoying the walk ... Participants in the
fun run and walk last year make their way
along the Kaiapoi River bank.
Running strong ... Runners in the 10km Kaiapoi Fun Run and Walk last year.
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North Canterbury News, February 19, 2026
Foodbanks experiencing high demand in NC
By DAVID HILL,
Local DemocracyReporter
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continues,all four agencies said donations
of food and cash are always needed.
North Canterbury’s food banks are
continuing to experience high demand,as
local families struggle to put food on the
table.
Community WellbeingNorth
Canterbury Trust chief executive Deirdre
Ryan said Christmas, the summer break
and the return to school can be
challenging times for whānau.
The agency’s Kaiapoi­based food bank
supported 124 households with food
parcels in a10day period in January,
while 259 families were supported over 15
days in December.
In anormal month the agency supports
around 170 households.
‘‘People are working hard and doing
their best, but are still unable to make
their budgets stretch in the current
environment. The need is real and
growing,’’MsRyan said.
The agency relies on support from the
Waimakariri and Hurunui district
councils, central Governmentfunding and
the wider community.
The Kaiapoi food bank was one of four
North Canterbury food banks to receive
support from the Foodstuffs South Island
Community Trust in the lead up to
Christmas.
Foodstuffs donated $4560 to Community
Wellbeing North Canterbury, $4550 to
Hope Community Trust (Rangiora), $3000
to the Oxford Community Trust and $6650
to Te Whare Putea (Kaikōura).
Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon said he
was pleased to see Foodstuffs and local
supermarkets supporting the community.
‘‘I’m so grateful for the amazing work
our local foodbanks do to support families
across North Canterbury, and it’s
wonderful to see the Foodstuffs South
Island Community Trust and our local
Community support ... Oxford Community Trust manager Jo Ealam (centre) receives a
donation from Rangiora Pak’nSave owner operator James Flanagan (left) and store
manager Nathan Hurley.
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storeshelping make that possible.’’
Hope CommunityTrust manager Tracy
Pirie said the donation allowed the trust to
buy items it was short on to fill parcels in
the lead up to Christmas.
‘‘We get alot of donations of produce,
but this gives us the flexibility to fill the
shelves with what we need.’’
Oxford Community Trust manager Jo
Ealam said demand has continued to be
high since the Christmas rush.
‘‘The first couple of weeks of school
going back are always busy, with families
paying for school uniforms and stationery.
‘‘We are just trying to make it easier for
people.’’
Te Whare Putea Trust manager Lyn
Kirton said while Kaikōura had abooming
tourism industry, therewere anumber of
families living in poverty and an ageing
population
Amonthly school lunch programme was
offered thanks to support from the
Kaikōura Community Op Shop, while the
food bank was supported by the
community.
‘‘This community is so wonderful.
‘‘Ithelps to keep the foodbank afloat,’’
Ms Kirton said.
‘‘Itissuch agood feeling providing food
parcels to those who need them.’’
Te Whare Putea makes regular trips to
the Hope Community Trust in Rangiora,
where it receives up to 70kg of venison and
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6 The North Canterbury News, February 19, 2026
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KAIKŌURA VIEWS
MAYOR CRAIGR
MACKLE
Kaikoura ‘pumping’ as
visitors enjoy the town
Central government is currently
proposingawiderange of reforms that
will affect local government.
We have been working closely with
our Canterbury colleagues to prepare
joint submissions through the
Canterbury Mayoral Forum.
As agroup, we recently met with
Ngai Tahu to understand their
perspectives and issues.
This was areally productive
meeting.
The Kaikōura A&P show is coming
up and its always agood event and fun
day out for all the family.
The theme this year is ‘‘Hands in the
Dirt, Eyes on the Future’’, highlighting
the connection between agricultural
roots and future sustainability.
I’ll be there carrying out some
judging which Ialways enjoy.
The town has been absolutely
pumping with visitors, and Ibelieve
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tourism numbers.
I’m hearing loads of positive
comments about how good the town is
looking and there is real excitement
for the future.
One local resident recently said to
me that Kaikōura is the gift thatkeeps
on giving.
Our weatherhas been achallenge
with more events becoming
increasingly extreme.
Although we haven’t been hit as
badly as other parts of the country, it’s
timely to remind people not to become
complacent and to be prepared.
This is probably agood time to
freshen up your emergencyplan for
your loved ones and your propertyfor
amajor event.
Stay safe out there, and hopefully we
will see some more sun before summer
is over.
Focus onbeaches
Afocus on beaches in the Hurunui
District is helping the Hurunui District
Council review the Northern Pegasus
Bay Bylaw.
It is keen to hear how people use the
coastline, what they enjoy about it and if
they have experienced any issues.
Asurvey is being circulated for
anyone who uses the NorthernPegasus
Bay beaches —the coastal area from the
southern district boundary atAshworths
Beach, north to Amberley Rocks.
The coastline has ahigh ecological
value, and is home to many recreational
activities.
Leithfield Beach residents Gavin and
Pauline Brooker are just threeminutes
from the beach.
It’s aspot they visit most days for four
years with their miniature Yorkshire
terriers Tootsie and Daisy.
They enjoy walking, picnicking,
photography, fishing and sharing their
local beauty spot with family and
friends.
Gavin appreciates LeithfieldBeach as
ashared facility for locals and those
from further away, and some small
improvements would mean maximum
enjoyment for everyone.
Alongside fellow membersofthe
LeithfieldBeach community, Gavin said
annual beach clean ups illustrate that
their sandyback yard is often used as a
dumping ground.
‘‘LeithfieldBeach is great 80 percent
of the time and it can be avery social
place, but clearer signage and some
rubbish bins would help.’’
Council’s chief strategy and
community officer Judith Batchelor says
enjoying the local coastline is all about
balance.
‘‘It’s about the needs of our
recreational beach users and the
environmental needs of our coastline
being met,’’ Ms Batchelor says.
The council has received more than
130 survey responses. Posters are dotted
around beach entrances, or the details
are on the council’s website. To tell the
council about how you use the Northern
Pegasus coastline go to hurunui.govt.nz/
have­your­say/consultations.
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Around the electorate with
Managing risk critical
The impact of severe weather events has
become aregular talking point recently,
and forgood reason.
At its worst, there is the potential
threat to life, as we have sadly already
witnessed this year, and the costly
destruction of essential infrastructure.
There is also the significant impact on
daily life, compounded by the domino
effect of disruption, uncertainty, and the
physical, social and economic cost of
recovery,which can take many months
or even years.
In the event of acrisis, we have seen
our first responders and emergency
services step up every time to help
support communities in need. In these
circumstances, the timely
communication of information and coordination
of services is amammoth
effort for which they are to be
commended.
Then there is the post event recovery
where inevitably, we ask questions
about how we may mitigate differently to
avoid arepeat in the future, increase our
resilience and/or adapt.
In 2024, Ispoke with 200 final year
civil engineering students at the
University of Canterbury engineering
school about some of the
recommendations of the Climate
Adaptation Inquiry Report, which I
chaired the development of and had
read all submissions in detail.
Our current and future engineers are
critical for resilience planning and
managing risks.
I’ve also spoken at Marlborough
Climate Action Week, the Auckland
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Climate Change &Business Conference
and other events.
The fact is, climate adaptation and
resilience has implications for every
New Zealander, most especially, in
terms of who pays.
News that AA insurers and others may
not be taking on new insurance
customers is due to over exposure in
particular areas.
All insurers have to ensure they take
care to avoid being over exposed in a
particular area as was the case for AMI
in the Canterbury earthquakes.
For the Government’s part, managing
the Crown’s fiscal exposure is asimilar
concern to that of insurers, however, we
also have aresponsibility to address
support greater market efficiency such
as ensuring there is effective and
efficient housing.
Irecently metwith abusiness offering
apatented system for the protection of
homes from earthquakes by better
absorbing seismic forces at the
foundation, which reduces damage and
speeds up recovery.
Seismic Shift Ltd was born out of the
Canterbury earthquakes and just one
example of how technology combined
with good planning, risk mitigation and
access to reliable and accurate natural
hazard information can helpbuildour
resilience. Where once this may have
been perceived as optional, it is now
becoming clearer with every severe
weather event, we must build with more
resilience for the long term, to help
manage the unexpected in the short
term.
Dear Editor,
Iamwriting to inform your readers that plans are progressing to mark the 130th
anniversary of the Brunner Mine Disaster this March on the West Coast.
The final death toll from the 1896 coal mine blast was 65, and it remains New
Zealand’s deadliest industrial accident.
My great­grandfather, John Roberts, was killed in the blast, along with three of his
sons: William, Samuel, and David.
The 130th anniversary of the Brunner Mine Disaster willbecommemorated on
March 26 at the mine site and at the nearby Stillwater Cemetery.
The commemorations will begin at the mine site near Dobson before moving to
Stillwater. We welcome any descendants and other interested parties to attend.
More information will be released closer to the date on the Lake Brunner School
Facebook page. People can also email me at rangisdad@outlook.com.
Yours,
Peter Roberts,
Winchester.
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Gore Bay 7:19pm 2.3 1:15pm 0.6 8:08pm 2.3 2:00pm 0.6 9:00pm 2.4 2:47pm 0.6 9:53pm 2.4 3:37pm 0.6 10:47pm 2.4 4:30pm 0.6 11:42pm 2.4 5:27pm 0.6 12:12pm 2.3 6:25pm 0.6
6:53am 1.6 12:36am 0.3 7:41am 1.6 1:24am 0.3 8:30am 1.6 2:13am 0.2 9:23am 1.6 3:06am 0.2 10:18am 1.6 4:01am 0.2 11:14am 1.6 4:59am 0.2
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Kaikoura 7:15pm 1.5 1:09pm 0.3 8:03pm 1.6 1:56pm 0.3 8:53pm 1.6 2:45pm 0.3 9:46pm 1.6 3:36pm 0.3 10:40pm 1.6 4:28pm 0.3 11:37pm 1.7 5:22pm 0.3 12:11pm 1.5 6:17pm 0.3
*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 byOceanFun Publishing Ltd.
RANGIORA

Milestone upgrade
MainPower has reached a
significant milestone in its Cheviot to
Kaikōura Sub­Transmission Line
Upgrade following the successful
replacement of electricity towers near
the Raramai Tunnel this week.
MainPower chief executive Sean
Horgan says crews removed the
existing cliff­top tower last Tuesday,
installingtwo replacement towers as
part of work to strengthen the region’s
electricity network.
The complexities of the site, located
beside State Highway 1and the coastal
rail line, meant careful planningand
co­ordination was required to safely
manage traffic, rail movements and
crane operations.
‘‘Our teams did agreat job and we’d
like to thank everyone for their
patience while we carried out this
essential work.’’
The original tower was removed
from the 90m high clifftop site in one
piece and replaced with two new 15.2m
towers that will carry the highvoltage
line from the coast inland to Cheviot.
The entire operation took justunder
three hours to complete.
The power lines were replaced using
helicopters on the Wednesday.
Mr Horgan says upgrading the subtransmission
line from 33 kV to 66 kV
capable is an important step in
supporting population growth and
maintaining network capacity and
reliability across the region.
Work will continue on the wider
Cheviot to Kaikōura upgrade with
designs of Oaro Zone Substation
completed and construction of anew
Kaikōura Zone Substation set to begin
later this year.
This will ensure reliability and
continuity of supply for Kaikōura and
the surrounding areas.
‘As the number of customers on our
Milestone ... MainPower crews lifting
6­metre­long cross arm into position
between towers oneand two. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
network grows, the network must grow
with it. By proactively increasing the
sub­transmission line capacity, we are
preparedfor future demand growth
and increased network resilience.
‘‘We’re building aheadofgrowth so
our communitiescan rely on the
network today and well into the
future,’’ Mr Horgan says.
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Purple Poppy Day
Aservice of remembrance to honour
wartime animals will be held at the
Rangiora Cenotaph at 11am on Tuesday,
February 24. Local advocates and
supporters of animals in service, along
with Rangiora RSA personnel will
attend the service. Members of the
public are invited to join in and are
welcome to bring pets along.
Food Truck Friday
‘Food Truck Friday' on March 6, in the
Omihi district, aims to bring the wider
community together to connect, while
enjoying good food, good company, and
live music.
The event, which is acollaboration
between the Omihi School and
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Community Hall from 5pm until 9pm.
It is aBYO event, and people can bring
along apicnic rug, and sit back and
enjoy. It is not afundraising event, but
designed to be an evening of fun,
chatting,and eating.
Rangiora Scottish Country Dancing
The Rangiora Scottish Dancing Club is
running asix­week introductory,
beginners course at the Rangiora
Methodist Church Hall on Monday,
March 2. The first night is free, the next
six weeks will cost$30.No partner
required.
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Waimakariripeople showcased in photos
Adigital photographic exhibition
showcasing Waimakariri people,
telling their life stories, has been
installed on the Waimakariri Heritage
website.
The Humans of Waimakariri (HOW)
exhibition,isacollaboration with
North Canterbury News photo
journalist Shelley Topp and the
Waimakariri Libraries Local History
and Heritage co­ordinator Sally
O’Connell.
It was inspired by Brandon Stanton’s
Humans of New York photoblog which
he began in 2010.
Most of the photos in the exhibition
were taken by Shelley to accompany
stories she wrote for the North
Canterbury News but there are also
some that were supplied by other
photographers.
‘‘As journalists we can’t be
everywhere so sometimes we do rely on
supplied photographs to go with our
stories and this is ahuge help so I
wanted to recognisethat contribution
by including some of my favourite
supplied photos in the HOW
exhibition,’’ Shelley said.
Aseries of six large posters have been
created by the Waimakariri Library
team to promote the exhibition and
they can be seen in the display boxes
outside the Rangiora Library.
‘‘Preparingthis exhibition has
involved alot of work and Iamso
grateful to Sally and her team at the
library for their tireless, unwavering
support for this project which would
never have gotoff the ground without
their help and encouragement,’’
Shelley said.
Sally said it was apleasure to be
involved with this special exhibition.
‘‘This project is awonderful way to
tell the stories of local Waimakariri
people who do extraordinary things.
The Waimakariri Heritage website is
designed to tell the story of this area
and the people that make it such a
special place. This project is closely
aligned to that purpose.’’
Shelley said they have had a
wonderful response to the HOW
exhibition so far and she is looking
forward to adding more Humans of
Waimakariri, and their stories to the
collection in future.
‘‘Thanks very much to Kate Henson,
Fiona Spencer and Sara Green for
supplying photos of their humans for
the HOW exhibition.
‘‘Also thanks very much to Oxford
astrophotographer Gary Naulls for his
beautiful night sky photo which we
have used to introduce the HOW
exhibition, and thanks also to Allied
Media for allowing me to use my photos
in this exhibition.
‘‘Special thanks as well to the stars of
this show, the humans, for agreeing to
be part of the HOW exhibition, which is
intended to be ongoing with more
humans and their stories added to the
collection in the future,’’ Shelley said.
The exhibition can be viewed on the
Waimakariri Heritage website at
Humans of Waimakariri exhibition/
view.
Festival ice rink
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Achallenging summer season has seen
sponsorship dry up for Hanmer Springs
events, alocal businessleader says.
The Hanmer Springs Community Board
has stepped in to support an ice skating
rink at the Alpine Winter Festival, being
held in July, following an appeal by
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools &Spa
general manager Sarah Wiblin.
Speaking at acommunity board meeting
on Monday, February 16, Ms Wiblin said
January had been quieter than expected
for local businesses.
‘‘Traditionally funding for the festival has
been sought from local businesses.
‘‘However, following achallenging
trading period acrossthe critical peak
season, driven by poor weather and
ongoing economic pressures,werecognise
many businesses have limited cash
resources.’’
Ms Wiblin also chairs both the festival
organising committee and the Hanmer
Springs Business Association.
The board voted to grant $7000 from its
tourism fund towards the cost of operating
the ice skating rink as part of the festival,
which will run from July 4to18.
Ms Wiblin said the overall cost of running
the ice skating rink over two weeks was
expected to be around $72,000, with the
pools taking most of the risk.
She said the committee had forecast
revenue of $57,000 from the ice skating
rink, and she was confident of raisingthe
remaining $10,000.
The ice skatingrink was included in the
festival for the first time last year, with
visitor numbers duringthe festival
increasing from 20,000 to 30,000.
There were 3830 paying skaters, while a
further 350 local children and community
group participants were sponsored to skate
for free.
Hurunui Mayor Marie Black was among
those to try out the ice skatingrink last
year.
‘‘Our Madam Mayor did abrilliant job of
skating last year and we were very grateful
of having her appear on national TV with
her ice skates on,’’ Ms Wiblin said.
Mrs Black noted she was sitting down
with the skates on. Councillor and board
deputy chairperson Tom Davies said the
ice skating rink was a‘‘tremendous
facility’’, while board chairperson Alice
Stielow said she thought ‘‘it worked really
well’’. The ice skating rink will be set up
inside amarquee at the tennis court in the
car park next to Edit HanmerSprings.
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SupremeAward winner loves his garden
By SHELLEYTOPP
AKaiapoi gardener who says he knows
nothing about plants, but loves spending
time in his garden,has won the Supreme
Award in the Kaiapoi Garden Club’s
annual garden competition.
Paulo Kundig’s garden also won two
other awards —the Structured Landscape
Award and the House And GardenAward
—during awards night at the Kaiapoi Club
last Friday.
The competition judges were Kaiapoi­
Tuahiwi Community Board chairwoman,
Jackie Watson, former Kaiapoi Florist
ownerJoan Whillans, and Kaiapoi
Community Garden foundation member
and long­time supporter Helen Roberts.
Theysaid Paulo’s garden, had
‘‘excellent structure’’ withinspirational
touches using firewood and plants.
‘‘The design is original and practical
with clever use of food­bearing plants as
hedges,’’ the judges said.
The club’s president Margaret Maw
thanked the gardeners who entered the
competition for taking part and getting
theirgardens looking so good in what had
Supreme ... Paulo Kundig, centre, with Waimakariri District Mayor, Dan Gordon, right, and
Mark Larsen, owner of Larsen’s Art nSign Studio in Kaiapoi, is presented with his Supreme
award.
PHOTO: SHELLEY TOPP
been achallenging summer so far
weather­wise.
Guest speaker Waimakariri District
Mayor Dan Gordon said he was akeen
gardener, but ‘‘I have never been fond of
mowinglawns’’ and he now uses two
robotic lawnmowers ‘‘Bert and Ernie
Husqvarna’’ to do the job for him.
``They do areally nice job,” he said.
There were eight sections in the
competition, Commercial, Community
Pride, Walk Around, Structured
Landscape,Town House, House and
Garden, View from the Street and Garden
Under Three Years.
The Kaiapoi Club's garden won the
Commercial Garden Award.
The judges said thisgarden had
effective mass planting and avariety of
plants appropriate to the conditions.
The Community Pride Award went to
the Kaiapoi Community Garden. The
judges said this garden had ``amazing
fruit trees,especially apples and plums,as
well as healthy plants and colourful
flowers."
The Walk Around Award was won by
Maureen Braun and the judges said her
garden was beautifully maintained with
lush, naturalistic plantings.
The Town House Award went to Karen
Akehurst for her sophisticated and
modern garden which was also ‘‘a stylish
and peaceful oasis’’.
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The board chair of asmall North
Canterbury school is anticipating an
‘‘exciting’’ year ahead.
Hurunui College board of trustees
presiding member Robin McKinlay said
the school has welcomed back principal
Stephen Beck from atwo year
secondment, as it works on
implementing the new school
curriculum.
‘‘The education world is quite chaotic.
It’s very political, but we are excited to
see what the year brings because there’s
some positive change.
‘‘We will see what comes out of the
curriculum changes, but it’s not the big
unknown anymore. It just needs to be
implemented.’’
Mr Beck has returned to the school
after atwo­year appointment as the
Ministry of Education’s area schools
(Year 1to13) advisor.
Hurunui College is aYear 1to13
school based at Hawarden, with aroll of
just under 200 students.
While the Kāhui Ako (communities of
learning) funding was axed at the end of
last year, Mr McKinlay said North
Canterbury’s area schools were
continuing to work together.
‘‘Theonly way to survive when you are
small is to work together.’’
Mr Beck said the Ministry rolewas an
‘‘awesome opportunity to refresh’’.
‘‘I gained abetter understanding of
what the Ministry does and working with
the other area schools reaffirmed things
we are doing.
‘‘Rural schools are quite unique and
you need to personalise things for your
community. You can’t just pick up
another school’s strategy and apply it to
your context. We’re all different.’’
He said small rural schools were still
adapting to the new curriculum, which
was moreprescriptive to year levels,
compared to the old curriculum.
Small schools tended to teach in multiyear
level classrooms, with teachers
previously able to use the same material
and adapt to each year level.
‘‘We’relooking for clarity. It’s been
raised, but it hasn’t been resolved,’’ Mr
Beck said.
‘‘It’s not anew challenge, but the
curriculum we have been working with
has been more flexible so youcould
adapt what you were teaching to each
year level, but the new curriculum
doesn’t have the same flexibility.’’
Mr Beck said the school was also
keeping aclose eye on proposals to
scrap NCEA and replace it with two
qualifications in Years 12 and 13 ­aNew
Zealand Certificate of Education and an
advanced certificate.
‘‘Our Year 9s this year could be sitting
the new qualifications at Year 12, so if I
was aparent of aYear 9student Iwould
be alittle bit nervous at what the impact
is going to be.’’
Hurunui College is also gearing up to
celebrate 100 years of education on the
site next year, Mr Beck said.
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Summerfestival in Markham Street popular
Ashow­stopping rat rod, having onlyits
second public outing, and alivelyLatin
American salsa band were the star
attractions at Amberley’s Markham
Street Festival.
Markham Street was closed off for the
‘‘highway hoedown’’ last Sunday, from
11am to 4pm and attracted awide range
of food, market, wine and craft­beer
stalls.
The event was organised byAmberley
NZ ‘‘to get the community out and
about’’, chairwoman Vicki Foster said.
‘‘We wanted to create agreat day out
with some fun­filled family­friendly
entertainment for the community.’’
Angelique Hyde, of Amberley, owner
of the rat rod she calls `Ratty’, said the
event was alot of fun, with many visitors
stopping off to admire and/or sit in the
driver’s seat of her ‘‘sinister looking’’
vehicle which now bears little
resemblance to the late 50s early 60s
former J1 Bedford agricultural utility
vehicle it once was.
The old truck was transformed into
the new low­slung, painted black, ratrod
version by Angelique and her friend
Phil Robinson, during the last
Christmas and New Year holidays. It
was ready for the recent Muscle Car
Madness show in Rangiora where it
made its debut public appearanceand
proved apopular addition to the
vehicles on show there.
During the Amberley street festival
Angelique said it was great to see how
the stationary rat rod, decorated with
fake skeletons, made people smile,
especially the children whenthey
hopped into the driver's seat to get
behind the steering wheel.
The five­member Latin Fiesta Band
from Christchurch was also apopular
New life ... Angelique Hyde, of Amberley, right, owner of the Rat Rodwhich
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addition to the festival for their toetapping
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Rates cap debated
ByDAVID HILL,
Local Democracy Reporter
Council leaders say they are best placed to
set rates alongside their communities.
Late last year, the Government
announced asuite of proposed reforms,
including introducing arates capof
between 2percent and 4percent, which
would take effect from 2029, if enacted.
While the Hurunui DistrictCouncil
produced one of the lowest average rate
rises in the country last year at3.31%, the
previous year’s average rate rise was
10.98% as the council sought to invest in
the district’s roading infrastructure.
‘‘We got to that position (3.31%) because
we had agood understandingofthe
financial pressures ratepayers were under
and we worked hard with our communities
to get to that number,’’ council chief
executive Hamish Dobbie said.
‘‘We worked with the community really
hard on roading the previous year, which
led to arates increase (10.98%), because
our community told us they wanted us to
investinroading.
‘‘So it’s abit disappointing the
Governmenthas come to us and said ‘we
know best’.’’
The rates cap would apply to general
rates and targeted rates.
Mr Dobbie said this will put pressureon
council staff to find savings when
communities want to invest in local
infrastructure, such as flood protection or
the Amberley Beach coastal bund (a land
embankment which protects the village
from the sea).
The council also owns four medical
centres in the district, which are
maintained through targeted rates.
‘‘This (rates cap) is areasonablyblunt
instrument,’’MrDobbie said.
‘‘What works well in Christchurch or
Auckland doesn’t necessarily work in
Hurunui.’’
Large projects can be debt fund to
spreadthe cost out,but this can add cost to
ratepayerswhen interest rates rise, while
councils funding depreciation can be hit
when asset valuations increase.
While councils can apply to the Local
Government Minister, it is unclear how
this will work and it could be problematic
for acouncil waiting for an exemption
decision when responding to anatural
disaster, Mr Dobbiesaid.
Waimakariri District Council chief
executive Jeff Millward said the council
supported the Government’s intention to
reduce ratesand improve efficiency.
But it wasconcerned of ‘‘unintended
consequences’’.
The Waimakariri has consistency had
one of thelowest average raterises in the
country, in most years under 5%, Mr
Millwardsaid.
‘‘The rating legislation has served us
well over the years, but needs addressing,
as ratepayers alone shouldn’t be expected
to crosssubsidise and fund some services
theyhave traditionally funded such as
nationally based services, tourism and
social services.’’
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submission on the proposed rates cap.
Chairperson Nigel Bowen said the
forum recommended establishing a
funding model which ‘‘can be sustained for
generations’’.
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systemrequires reform to address longstanding
economic, environmental, and
funding challenges.
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The North Canterbury News, February 19, 2026
Stayingconnected in the Waimakariri
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Anew brochure has been producedto
help older Waimakariri residents stay
connected in their community.
The WaimakaririDistrict Council’s
community team has worked with Social
Services Waimakariri, the Age Friendly
Waimakariri Advisory Group and other
community partners to producea
directory of Waimakariri­based social
agencies and activities.
Community development facilitator
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booklet lists arange of supportservices
and groups across the district.
The community team is planning to
distribute the brochure to medical
centres, social agencies and RSAs,he
says.
‘‘There is astrong demand from older
persons advocacy groups to keep people
active and socially engaged.
‘‘We want to get them in the hands of
caregivers, because often it’s those who
are socially isolated who need to be
connected.’’
Martin says being socially connected
improves wellbeing and reduces the risk
of age­related impairments.
Information in the brochurecan be
found online, but advocates are aware
not everyone can access it and prefer
having apaper copy they can hold in
their hands, Martin says.
‘‘Our social inclusion group wants to
promote the activities throughout the
district, which are aimed at welcoming
and /orconnecting people with others,
in relaxed social settings.’’
The brochure includes information
about where people can go for acuppa
or ameal and chat, exercise classes, for
games, arts and crafts, join aclub, where
transport is available, libraries,going to
the movies or gardening.
Organisations and activities are set up
by town, including happenings in
Kaiapoi,Oxford, Pegasus, Woodend and
Rangiora.
District­wide activities include
shared reading groups, book groups,
games forgrown­ups and movie
mornings at Waimakariri Libraries.
Death Cafe and ‘‘No­one dies alone’’
offer supportand conversations about
life and death.
Kaiapoi activities include the Darnley
Club, Kaiapoi Combined Probus Club,
the weekly Fuller Kai morning tea,
board games, movies and lunch at
Kaiapoi Baptist Church, the Kaiapoi
Community Garden, Kaiapoi Menz Shed
and dementia support.
Oxford activities include an exercise
class,the Oxford Senior Citizens’ Club,
the OxfordCommunity Trust, the
communitymen’s shed and community
garden.
In Pegasus and Woodend there is an
exerciseclass, the Pegasus/Woodend
Menz Shed, the Woodend Friendship
Group, community cuppas and aweekly
lunch.
In Rangiora there is GreyPower North
Canterbury, U3A North Canterbury, the
Rangiora Menz Shed, the North
Canterbury Woodcraft Club, the
Rangiora Newcomers Network, the
Rangiora Ladies Club, the Talking
Group Rangiora, friendship clubs, an
exerciseclass, amen’s breakfast and
dementia support.
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20 The North Canterbury News, February 19, 2026
Abbeyfieldhouse fundraising steps up
Advocates of the Abbeyfieldhouse
concept will be out in force over the
next few months.
Abbeyfield Waimakariri will be
hosting stalls at several local events in
the coming weeks, ahead of a
fundraising auction in May.
The social housing initiativehas
been described as ‘‘like flatting for
older people’’, as it offers asupported
housing option for single older people
of limited means.
The Waimakariri District Council
agreed to enter into an agreement to
support and provide land for an
Abbeyfields house to be built in
Rangiora in August last year.
An Abbeyfield house is planned for
Kingsbury Avenue, Rangiora,and will
provide private and shared spaces for
single independent seniors, with an
affordable rent including all meals,
power and other overheads.
Abbeyfield Waimakariri Inc chair
Valda Reveley says volunteers will be
flying the banner at the Swannanoa
Country Fair on Sunday, March 1, the
Rangiora Library volunteer expo on
Friday, March 5, and the Rangiora
Church Street Market on Saturday,
March 7.
Agarage sale will be held in
Rangiora on Saturday, March 14,
before the auction on Saturday, May
16.
‘‘Were certainly starting theyear
with abang,’’ Mrs Reveley says.
‘‘It’s clear that now is the righttime
for Waimakariri to have this
innovative model of senior rental
housing.’’
Arecent report by AgeingWell
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Winter warmth ... Some seniors are struggling to keep warm, and cut water heating costs,
aspower prices climb.
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Call to strengthen
Warmer KiwiHomes
Ecobulb is backing Grey Power’s call
for increased funding for the Warmer
Kiwi Homes programme, and for the
scheme to be expanded to include hot
water heat pumps.
Grey Power President Gayle
Chambers’ recent comments on
Breakfast TV were right on the money,
says Dr Chris Mardon, managing
director of energy efficiency company
Ecobulb.
Electricity prices are forecast to rise
afurther 5percent this year, after
increasing 12% last year.
‘‘Grey Power has highlightedthat
another 5% increase is unaffordable
for many seniors, with some reducing
power consumption by turning off
heaters during winter, says Dr
Mardon.
‘‘They highlight that one practical
solution is for Government to
strengthen the Warmer Kiwi Homes
programme, which supports
household heating, insulation and
energy efficiency upgrades.’’
Run by EECA, Warmer Kiwi Homes
provides around $85 million per year
in support.
However, it was scaled back in the
2024 Budget, with EECA not
progressing about $100million in
planned funding for hot water heating,
low­cost energy efficiency measures,
community outreach, and efficient
lighting.
‘‘The reduction in funding has meant
fewer seniors can access support at a
time when power prices are climbing,’’
Dr Mardon says.
‘‘Now is the time to restore full
funding to EECA and expand the
programmes reach.’’
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percent of the cost of approved
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Seniorbus fare
changescoming
By DAVID HILL,
LocalDemocracy Reporter
Pensioners can continue
presentingtheir SuperGold
card to ride on Environment
Canterbury’s (ECan) buses for
now —but change is coming.
ECan is transitioning to the
national ticketing service,
Motu Move, where passengers
will tap on and tap off with a
contactless debit/credit card,
watch or phone, or the new
prepaid Motu Move card.
It means later this year, all
SuperGold cardholders will
need to link their SuperGold
concession to their
contactless card or device or
aprepaid Motu Move card.
SuperGold cardholders can
travel on the Greater
Christchurch Metro network
for free after 9am on
weekdays and all day on
weekends and public
holidays.
‘‘Once linked to their
preferred payment method,
the concession will be
applied automatically when
they tag on to Metro buses and
ferries during SuperGold
times, and there will be no
need to show their SuperGold
card,’’ ECan national
ticketing system project lead
Jeremy Dickson said.
‘‘They will use the same
contactless payment or
prepaid card to pay, if
required, for travel outside of
SuperGold hours.’’
The SuperGold concession
can already be linked to
contactless debit or credit
cards or phones or watches,
but thereisnorequirement
yet, he said.
‘‘Once Motu Move is fully
rolled out, we will have our
Metroteams out and about at
key locations helping
customers make the
transition, including linking
concessions.
‘‘We understand this will be
achange for many of our
customers, and we are
regularly working with
relevant organisations to
make sure that we’re using
the right channels to reach as
many of our SuperGold
customersaspossible.’’
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Country fanshave ablast
Country music fans enjoyed a
blast from the past at last
weekend’s Waimakariri Country
Music Festival.
Friday evening’s showcase at
the Rangiora Showgrounds
pavilion saw Rangiora country
music singer Ross Arthur take to
the stage as Kenny Rogers,
joining Aucklander Karen Davy
as Dolly Parton.
‘‘It was amazing,’’ festival
organising committee
chairperson Kevin Taylor says.
‘‘They worked damn well
together, even though they have
never performed together
before.’’
Kevin says Ross Arthur
practiced for six months to
prepare for his performance and
it showed.
Karen Davy was also joined on
stage by her sister,
internationally renowned fiddler
Marian Burns.
Marian Burns was the feature
artist for the Saturday night
showcase, being joined on stage
by Karen Davy, Ross Arthur and
another local Rangiora singer
Lynne James.
She was was also joined on
stage by 15­year­old Christchurch
fiddler Holly Kurzfield.
‘‘It finished onareal high that
night and Karen and Marian said
they loved it. They’ve already
asked if they can come back.’’
The two showcases attracted
nearly 300 people, with the vast
majority from out of town.
Kevin said around 130 people
stayed in campervans at the
Photo op ... Waimakariri Country Music Festival organiser Kevin Taylor
(left) and headline artist Marian Burns, of Auckland.
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showgrounds site, on apar with
last year.
Planning is already under way
for the fifth Waimakariri Country
Music Festival in February 2027,
with Kevin lining up guest artists
from Wellington.
‘‘We are getting well known now
and we’ve got top artists lining up
wanting to do the showcase,’’
Kevin says.
‘‘The good think about New
Zealand is we have talent
throughout the country and it’s
really hard to choose.’’
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The only question is whether
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Waitangi Weekend or the
weekend after. The Buller Gorge
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organisers stepping back.
‘‘If it (Buller Gorge) doesn’t go
ahead, we will need to move
forward, otherwise there is atwo
week gap between festivals and
we are the last one on the circuit,’’
Kevin says.
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Dementia focus group
By ROBYN BRISTOW
An invitation has been issued to
NorthCanterbury people living with
dementia /mate wareware, and also
their whānau, caregivers, and
support networks, to join afocus
group being organised by
Waimakariri Libraries.
The Dementia Focus Group
initiative is aiming to help library
staff understand what theyare doing
well and where improvements can
be made to the service to support
those living with dementia /mate
wareware in the community.
Waimakariri Libraries team
leader, learning and heritage,
JaninaGood, says ‘‘your voice
matters in creating welcoming,
inclusive environments that uphold
manaakitanga/kindness,support
and whanaungatanga/sense of
family connection’’.
‘‘Whetheryou are aregular library
user or have never visited before, we
would love to hear from you. Your
insights will help us shape services
that are meaningful, accessible,and
supportive for all,’’ she says.
Library staff are collecting the
details of people interested in
taking part in the focus group until
the end of this month and and will
set adate for the firstmeeting in
March.
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By DAVID HILL,
Local Democracy Reporter
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Dark sky ambitions
clouded by new bill
Oxford’s dark sky ambitions have been
thrown into doubt by proposed
legislation to replace the Resource
Management Act.
No provision for light pollution has
been included in the proposed Planning
Bill, which places an emphasis on
national standards and limits
community input.
Oxford Dark Skies obtained
international dark sky park status for
the Oxford Forest Conservation Area in
January 2024, and has submitted an
expression of interest with Dark Sky
International to establish adark sky
reserve.
The group’s president Raul Elias­
Drago said alack of provision in the
legislation for amenity values or
landscape effects could make it difficult
for local communities to establish the
lighting controls required for dark sky
accreditation.
He is also Royal Astronomical Society
of New Zealand vice­president.
‘‘New Zealand has become the face of
dark skies internationally for its efforts
to protect the night sky and there are
hopes we will become the first dark sky
nation.
‘‘Once those lighting controls go from
adark sky site, you lose that protection
and you risk losing the status.
‘‘And it could become impossible for
other communities who are looking at
it.’’
There are now 10 dark sky sites in
New Zealand, with more in the pipeline
Under the proposed legislation,
councils will have less local flexibility,
making it harder for community­led
initiatives.
The Kaikōura District Council
adopted new lighting rules in its
District Plan to help the district obtain
international dark sky sanctuary status
in September 2024.
The council has called on the
Government to insert aclause
recognising night sky protection and
lighting management as alegitimate
planning matter.
The proposed Greater Waimakariri
Dark Sky Reserve is likely to require
changes to Oxford’s lighting rules in the
Waimakariri District Plan, Mr Elias­
Drago said.
It would take in the Oxford subdivision
of the Oxford­Ohoka ward,
which comprises 65 percent of the land
in the district.
The reserve would sit alongside the
existing dark sky park, with Mt Thomas
Forest Conservation Area as the core
and the Oxford township and
surrounding rural area as the
periphery.
Mr Elias­Drago said dark sky status
helped to protect the environment and
supported the Oxford Observatory
based at Oxford Area School.
The dark sky park was attracting a
growing number of visitors from
Christchurch, providing aboost for
local businesses.
He said dark skies and development
can go ‘‘hand­in­hand’’.
‘‘It just needs aconversation. Dark
skies isn’t about being in the dark, it is
about abetter life with better lighting.’’
Oxford Dark Skies has worked with
the Oxford Rugby Club, the Oxford
Community Health Centre and local
businesses to improve lighting, which
saves money and is better for the
environment, he said.
It could be simple as replacing light
bulbs with energy efficient ones,
pointing lights down, and using sensors
or timers.
RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop
said he looked forward to hearing the
submissions from affected councils and
groups.
‘‘The Planning Bill excludes effects
such as how abuilding looks, its
character, or its appearance.
‘‘This is because matters like the
direction of doors were holding up
consents, and that should not be the
case. However, light­spill effects may be
managed as an effect under the new
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An eyetothe future
‘Hands inthe Dirt ­Eyes on the Future'
—isthe theme of this year’s 112th
Kaikoura annual A&P show on Saturday,
February 28.
The show will be led by President Rob
Herbert, who with his family, hasbeen
running sheep and beef for seven years
at ‘Kaitoa', in the Puhi Puhi Valley.
They previously having lived in the
Nelson area.
Rob has run the general shearing
section at the Kaikoura show for about
six years, and this year aspeed shear
competition has been introduced.
‘‘With the Golden Shears
Championships also being held in
Masterton the week after the Kaikoura
show, there will be alot of blade
shearers in the country, so thereisan
opportunity for them to compete at the
Kaikoura show first.
‘‘The speed shear and the
international blade guys will be one of
the big attractions for this years show.
‘‘We are also pleased to be having
Harcourts Future Farmers which has
Shearing an international event
Shearing will have an international
flavour at this year’s Kaikoura A&P show.
Local shearer Scott McKay from
Clarence, says about half adozen shearers
from different countries will be coming to
Kaikoura prior to the Golden Shears, to
add to the spectacle.
‘‘The word is already out there —soit
would be pretty big if alot of people turned
up for aSouth Island event likethe
Kaikoura Aand Pshow,’’ Scott said.
He will compete at the show, and has
been blade shearing for 22 years, and
machine shearing for about 15 years.
‘‘I prefer the blade —it's just what I
started out doing.
‘‘You get to shear in the back country,
and it's like afamily really —seeing the
same people.’’
In keeping with the shearing theme,
show secretary Toni Batey said there will
also be afree children's novelty fun shear
competition at 3pm.
Aspeed shear competition has been
added to this year's show, and is expected
to attract alot of interest.
‘‘The kids use scrapers to take shaving
foam off cardboard sheep —it’s awhole lot
of fun.’’
Action at the show will begin with
equestrian events at 8am.
Horse, pony, sheep, and photography
sections have already closed off, with other
sections including produce, shed display,
and children's craft taking entries up to
9am the morning of the show.
Harcourts Future Farmer of the Year
registrations open at 10am, and there will
be acooking demonstration in the main
marqueeat10.30am. Once the judging of
the various classes in the shed is
completed, the displays will be open to the
public at midday.
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been ahit in the past,’’ Rob said.
‘‘There is agreat bunch of people on
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There have been afew changes in the
committee with Laura Koopmans
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‘‘A big thanks to Laura forher
contribution over the past few years, and
the wonderful job that she has done.
‘‘We are fortunate to have Toni Batey
taking on the role of secretary this year.
‘‘Also ahuge thanks to all the other
committee members and the people who
volunteer,and play their part in making
this awesome day go ahead,’’ Rob said.
‘‘Sponsors are amassive part to the
running and the success of our show, and
we are very fortunate to have the
generosity of these businesses and
people.
Ahuge thank you to them.
‘‘I hope everyone has afun day at our
Aand Pshow—Ilook forward to seeing
you there,’’ Rob said.
Blade work... Clarence shearer Scott
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28 The North Canterbury News, February 19, 2026
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Stoppingthespread of invasive weeds
Hurunui’s weed problem will be the
focus of aworkshop in Amberley on
Saturday, February 28.
Apanel of biodiversity experts will
discuss what can be done about the
problem, and following their
presentations there will be avisit to
an Old Man’s Beard vine site where
biological control with asawfly is
being used to destroy it.
The event is organised by Hurunui
Biodiversity Trust to raise awareness
to weeds in the district where native
ecosystems are being threatened
along with the vulnerable wildlife
they support.
From invasive willows and wilding
conifers to garden escapees such as
pig’s ear and spur valerian,
environmental weeds come in all
guises and organisers of the workshop
say they are spreading fast, with new
ones emerging constantly.
The trust says it is anationwide
problem that gets less attention than
campaigns against animal pests and
predators.
However, there is an equally urgent
need to combat weeds as part of an
integrated approach to looking after
our native biodiversity, it says.
Dr John Clemens, botanist and
biosecurity adviser for special
projects with Environment
Canterbury, Christchurch, will talk
about garden­escapee weeds and
community education at the workshop
while Noel Crump, ECan senior
biosecurity officer, Cheviot, will focus
on weed control methods and drone
use.
Arnaud Cartier, an entomologist,
Bioeconomy Science Institute,
Lincoln, will speak on the scienceand
application of biocontrol, using live
organisms to control weeds, and will
lead the site visit.
HurunuiBiodiversity Trustruns
HurunuiWeedbusters, avolunteer
group that does monthly weeding bees
with the support of Hurunui District
Council’s Water &Land co­ordinator,
ecologistRima Herber.
The Hurunui Weeds Workshop runs
from 12.45pm to 5pm, Saturday,
February 28, at Amberley School.
The site to viewbiocontrol is off
Double Corner Rd.
Registrations are required by
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hurunuibiodiversity@gmail.com or
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For more information go to
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Leader criticises the ‘tsunami’ of reforms
ByDAVID HILL,
Local Democracy Reporter
Waimakariri’sdeputy mayor says the
Government’s‘‘shotgun’’approach to
reform doesn’t always align.
Councils are considering a‘‘tsunami’’
of reform, includingrates capping, a
proposal to replace elected regional
councils with boards of mayors,
Resource ManagementAct (RMA)
reform, changes to developmentlevies
and the Emergency Management Bill.
Waimakariri Deputy Mayor Philip
Redmond said reform was needed.
‘‘But it’s the magnitudeand pace
which is almost overwhelmingand the
reforms don’t necessarily align with
each other.
‘‘It’s sort of ashotgun approach.’’
The proposed RMA reforms require
regions to prepare aregional spatial
plan and are expected to reduce
consents by 50 percent.
But the Government is already
proposing to replace elected regional
councils, which could lead to local
councils amalgamating.
It raised questions about the future of
newwater entities being established
under the local water done well
legislation.
‘‘Somebody needs to carry­out the
regional council functions, but who and
how will it be structured?,’’ Mr
Redmondsaid.
Environment Canterbury
chairperson Dr Deon Swiggs said the
various local government reforms
cannot be looked at isolation.
‘‘The Natural Environment and
Planning Bills, Simplifying Local
Government proposals,the Rates Cap,
andthe Emergency Management Bill
must be considered together if we're to
secure the best outcomes for Waitaha
Canterbury and for New Zealand.’’
Councillors have expressed concern
about introducing centralised decision
making forresource allocation rules,
including water, and the proposed
separation inthe setting of human
health environmental limits by the
Health Minister and ecological
environmental limits by regional
authorities.
‘‘Water is the lifeblood of ahealthy
and prosperous New Zealand and
managing it is aresponsibility we must
get right,’’ Dr Swiggs said.
ECan declared anitrate emergency in
September, amid concerns about
unsafe drinking water in the
Canterbury region.
The University of Otago’s Public
Health CommunicationCentre has
expressed concerns the proposed new
RMA legislation could weaken
protections for drinking water sources.
The lead author of anew report,
Marnie Prickett said the proposed Bills
removed ‘‘clear priorities’’ for
protecting drinking water sources and
replaced them with ‘‘weak and often
murky law’’.
‘‘The Natural Environment Bill
signals that more pollutionoffresh
waterways will be allowed, even though
the state of our freshwater is already
dire.
‘‘As they stand, the bills pose a
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31
serious threat to human health and the
freshwater ecosystems we all rely on.’’
She called for the reinstatement of Te
Mana oteWai (the mana of water) or ‘‘a
hierarchy of priority’’ in the reforms to
emphasise the importance of
protecting freshwater.
RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop
said the Government was not proposing
to abolish regional councils, but to
replace elected regional councillors
with mayors, who would sit on
combined territories boards.
‘‘You do not need regional
councillors to create spatial plans.’’
He said local water reform was a
separate issue and the proposed
changes did not call these into
question.
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32 North Canterbury News, February 19, 2026
Weedons maintainslead despite loss
Although beaten by Peninsula­Harbour in
the latest round of the Ray White
Canterbury Countrypremier cricket
competition,Weedons maintains its
championship lead.
Playing Peninsula­Harbour, Weedons
was kept to 105 before the combined side
achieved its target for the loss of only five
wickets.
Cheviot posted ahandy 187 against
Oxford, but would ruenot batting outits
allocated45overs.
Oxford in reply reached itstarget for the
loss of only four wickets and taking 41.2
overs to achieve its goal.
Ohoka comfortably accounted for
championship hopefulsPleasant Point,
dismissing it for 110 after totalling 217 in
their turn at bat,
Kaiapoi set Sefton auseful challenge to
reach 193.
This it did for the loss of only five
wickets in the 38th over.
Scoreboard:
Peninsula Harbour 108/5 beat Weedons
105/9;
Oxford 188/4 beat Cheviot 187;
Ohoka 217 beat Pleasant Point 110;
Sefton 193/5 beat Kaiapoi 192/6.
Darfield bye
Points after 15 rounds:Weedons 48,
Darfield and Pleasant Point 42, Peninsula
Harbour and Ohoka 35, Sefton 26, Cheviot
18, Oxford 12, Kaiapoi 8.
Inaugural triathlon fun for all at Waipara
Waipara School students of all
ages —five years to 12 years —
took part in the school’s
inaugural triathlon this year.
After the older children
completed their triathlon, they
had time to catch their breath
before supporting the younger
children by running alongside
them in the run and bike stage.
They also went around the
pool with noodles to
encourage the younger
children in their swimming
event.
The swim was held in the
school pool, the bike and run
within the school grounds.
Theyare off ... Evianna Parkhill
begins her race with her buddy
Madison Preddy. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED
Leg two ... Hunter Halcrow takes off onhis
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Budding triathlete ... Cedric Sparks enjoys
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NORTH CANTERBURYRESULTS
Rangiora Golf Club
Nine­hole competition
Best gross: Men: Pat Kara 46, Cliff
Boddy 46, (2) Birdies. Women: Erin
Hitchins 52, Verety Johnson 54.
Men’s winners: John Gregan, Ron
Reed, Ross Gillespie, Ralph Sinclair,
Robert Maddon, Richard Luisetti, Colin
Bowman, Kevin O'Donnell, Hudson
Dean.
Women’s winners: Jenny Croft, Pam
Holland, Jane Dunbar, Robyn Gillman,
Trish Frecklington, Ruth Crawford,
Catherine Boddy, Ann Martin, Jenny
Brook.
Rangiora Bridge Club
Thomas Pairs: North/South: Linda Lian/
Julie Day 1, Robyn Findlay/Darryl
Dowthwaite 2, Joyce Gray/Judy
Bruerton 3. East/West: Barry Smart/
Moody Shokry 1, Norm Shipley/Lesley
Shipley 2, Claire Williams/Hans
Limacher 3.
Rimu Pairs: N/S: Noeline Goodgame/
Janice Pickering 1, Hilary Lakeman/Jill
Amer 2, Tom Rose/Peter Whitehead 3.
E/W: Liz Partridge/Penny Fisher 1,
Lynda Grierson/Phillipa Watkins 2,
Bunty Marshall/Kevin Kuch 3.
Open Night: N/S: Claire Harvey/Ann
Blackie 1, Karen Curtis/Steve Noad 2,
Lee Ford/Alan Blackie 3. E/W: Kevin
Kuch/Moira Courtney 1, Dawn Simpson/
Mike Marren 2, Tom Rose/Ginny Russell
3.
Premier Pairs: N/S: Judy Bruerton/
Sue Solomons 1, Maree Felstead/Janice
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Atotal of 49 youngathletesappliedfor theAcademy this yearfromawide
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nutrition, physiotherapyand injury riskassessment/
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George Suter(16) -Football/Athletics
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GARDENING
34 The North Canterbury News, February 19, 2026
YOUR lOcalspecialists
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Addingvertical interest to your garden
Take your pick of these delightful
ornamental climbers to make the
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shade or privacy, or transform an
unsightly aspect of the garden.
Words Mark Rayner. Courtesy
2026 Kiwi Gardener Journal.
kiwigardenermagazine.co.nz.
Climbing plants are great for providing
year­round structure or aburst of
seasonal interest. From creating
attractivescreens that obscure less
pleasant views through to providing
summer shade beneath an overhead
structure, these useful plants have the
added advantage of taking up less room
that other shrubs and trees, making them
agood option when spaceislimited.
Honeysuckle (Lonicera Periclymenum
‘Winchester’)
Commonly known as Winchester
honeysuckle, this semi­deciduous,
robust climber is aprolifically flowering
beauty with trumpet­shaped cream and
maroon flowers appearing from late
springthrough to autumn.
Providing adelicious, heady scentthat
attracts arange of pollinating insects, the
vigorous plant, along with other L.
pericylmenum honeysuckles, is agreat
choice for cloaking asturdy pergola or an
expanse of trellis.Itisagood alternative
to L.japonica, the yellow and white
honeysucklethat is anoxious weed.
Bougainvillea ‘Scarlet O’Hara’
This aptly named bougainvillea cultivar
produces along­lasting dense display of
bright­red ‘flowers’ (actuallybracts),
which cover theplant formonths on end
—and in warmer regions, year­round.
This vigorous and fast­growing plant
uses sharp, thorny spikes to climb, so it
may need additional support until it
becomes established.
Its spiky nature makes it agreat choice to
increase security on avulnerable
boundary fence.
White Hardenbergia (Hardenbergia
violacea ‘Alba’)
An Australian evergreen native, this
tough drought­and­coastal­tolerant plant
produces an abundance of showy, purewhite,
pea­like flowers through winter to
early spring. Another fast growing and
vigorousclimber, this low maintenance
beauty can be left to do its thing to
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large trellis to provide year round
screening.
Rosa ‘Climbing Iceberg’
Another white­flowering favourite has to
be the glorious ‘Climbing Iceberg’ rose,
which is avigorous, bushy climber that
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blooms through summer to
autumn.Reaching an eventual height of
3m or more, this robust beauty is perfect
forgrowing over an ornamental arch in a
cottage garden. Best grown in full sun, in
fertile, moist but well­drained soil.
Clematis ‘Sir Garnet Wolseley’
If youare after something with atouch of
elegant grandeur then look no further
than the stunning ‘Sir Garnet Wolseley’.
with its profusion of large, deep­purple
flowers, with aslight violet scent. A
deciduous climber, this clematis will
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but well­drained soil, where it will
reward further for much of the year with
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White climber ... Climbing Iceberg, a
vigorous, bushy climber.
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recently renovated
•One bedroom downstairs andalargesecond
livingroom,masterbedroom with Jack andJill
bathroom andtwo additional bedroomsupstairs
132Egans Road, Fernside
2
• Multiple heatingoptions includingheatpumps,
awood burner,and aRayburn stovewith
radiator heating
•Expansive deckingand aspa pool foroutdoor
enjoyment
Surroundingthe home arewell-maintainedlawns,
fruittrees,and oldersheds offeringpractical
storagesolutions.
Adoublegarage, separate office,and ample
parkingprovide flexibilityfor remote work,hobbies,
or ahome-based business.
Thelocationisideal forlifestyle enthusiasts, with
nearby amenitiesincluding:
• Horse riding trails alongthe Cust Main Drain
• Mandeville sports grounds
• Fernside’s highly regarded primaryschool
• Rangioratownshipjustminutes away
• Easycommuting distance to Christchurch city
Anna Bray
Residential, Country and Lifestyle
Sales, Rangiora
+64 27 320 7457
Anna.bray@bayleys.co.nz
Price bynegotiation
www.bayleys.co.nz/5528616
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Ohoka 147 BradleysRoad
Develop,landbank or build-primeOhokaopportunity
•Set acrosstwo titles and totaling24.02 hectares, thisexceptional bareland holding presents arareopportunity
todevelop, landbank,orcreateyour dream lifestyle inone of Ohoka’smost desirable locations.
•Positioned alongsidethe San Donasubdivision andbordered by smaller ruraltitles,the property offers scale, and
strongsubdivisionpotential, subjecttoobtaining the required resource consents andcouncil approval.
•Impressive road frontage allfurtherenhance its immediate appeal and long-termusability. Thelocation on
Bradleys Road is highly sought-after—just minutes to Mandeville Village shops and sports grounds,
approximately 10 minutes to Rangiora, and around 20 minutes to Christchurch Airport,blending ruraltranquillity
with convenient accessibility.
bayleys.co.nz/5529603
24.02 ha
DeadlineSale (unless soldprior)
1pm, Wed 11 Mar 2026
251-253 High Street, Rangiora
Jack Pringle 027 533 4820
jack.pringle@bayleys.co.nz
Mark Pringle 027 4333334
Brook Yates 027 8078093
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Omihi 1114 Omihi Road
Vineyard lifestyleliving
•Set on 2.06 hectares just minutes from Waipara andits renowned vineyards, this invitinglifestyle property offers
privacy, space, andrural views.
•Ahighlight is the well-maintained 1-hectarePinot Noir vineyard, ideal for supplying local wineries or exploring
yourown wine venture.
•The home featuresamodernkitchen, three generous bedrooms including amaster with new ensuite, and a
renovatedmain bathroom.
•With electrical upgrades,anew waterpump, greatsheds, decks, andalouvred outdoor room,this is alifestyle
opportunity ready to enjoy.
3 1 2 1
For Sale offers invited over $785,000
View 1.30-2pm Sun 22 Feb
Jack Pringle 027 533 4820
jack.pringle@bayleys.co.nz
George Pringle 027 726 4912
george.pringle@bayleys.co.nz
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Rangiora 29 King Street
Becharmed
Brimming with personality andcharacter,this home is anything but ordinary.Crafted in classic red brick and timber
with interior woodenbeams andwooden joinery creating an earthy ambience. The country-stylekitchen fits the
homeperfectly alongwithcosy living spacesand frenchdoorsopening out to the coveredveranda. Upstairs,three
bedroomswith separatestudy spells options, downstairs bedroom withoutdoor access, perfect for guests or a
teenager. Multiple outdoorspacesand peacefulcorners invite quiet moments or relaxed gatherings to while away
the afternoon- aperitivoanyone! Aseparatehobbies room sitsapartfromthe main home, offering the perfect
retreat forcreativeprojectsoradditional storage.The garage includes aworkshop space and an extra concrete
parking slab withits own access.
4 2 2 2
Auction (unless soldprior) 12pm, Thu5Mar 2026
3Deans Avenue, Chch
View Sat/Sun 11.30am-12pm
Lance Farrant 021 419815 l.farrant@bayleys.co.nz
AaronLaing 027 747 2833
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Rangiora 15 BrickKiln Road
7,990sqm lifestyle opportunity
If you are looking for aproperty to build an expansive home on and establish your ownbeautiful garden, this is your
chance to buy aproperty thathas been tightlyheld for nearly acentury. An excitingopportunity to purchase
approximately 7,990sqm of prime land located in Rangiora'spopular North West!The property has beeninthe
current owner's familyfor nearly 100years and they have created aquiet, hidden oasis setwell back off Oxford
Road withestablished shrubsand trees. Discerning buyers will immediately see the potential here -giving
purchasers the opportunity to either enjoyestablishing themselves or hold as an investment and land bank for the
future.The current home and outbuildingsare being sold on an 'as is where is' basis.
bayleys.co.nz/5528958
7,990 sqm
DeadlineSale (unless soldprior)
12pm, Wed 4Mar 2026
251-253 High Street, Rangiora
View Sat/Sun 10.30-11am
Lance Farrant 021 419815 l.farrant@bayleys.co.nz
Jane Moody 027 455 0161
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Swannanoa 40 Tristram Road
Unexpectedopportunity must sell situation
Set on just over an acre, this thoughtfully designedproperty delivers the perfect blend of space and lifestyle.
Positioned to capture all-day sun, with meticulous attention to detail, this practical 275sqm home offersaninviting
atmosphere. The main living area is astandout, featuring acathedralceiling, log burnerand seamless flow to a
sheltered pergola andeasy-caregardens withestablished fruit trees. There is room to addapool and further
enhance theproperty to suit your vision. The showstopper kitchen combines layered textures with effective
design. Additional features includeahiddenstudy nook,whole-house pre-wiring for surround sound, underfloor
heating toall tiled areas. The 12mx6mshed offersversatility and is complemented by asingle garage sized utility
room beside the double garage. Anew venture for our motivated clients allows genuine opportunity forbuyers.
3 2 2 2
Auction (unless soldprior) 12pm, Thu5Mar 2026
3Deans Avenue, Chch
View Sat/Sun 1-1.30pm
Lance Farrant 021 419815 l.farrant@bayleys.co.nz
AaronLaing 027 747 2833
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Tuahiwi 20 and 28 GreensRoad
Twotitles, oneuniqueopportunity
•In an establishedrural setting neareveryday conveniences,this landholding spans twotitles, offering lifestyle
opportunitiesfor families, future plans, or long-term ownership.
•20GreensRoad (1.3ha) featuresanearlyhomesteadamid mature trees, offering privacy andpotentialfor further
restoration.
•Next door, 28 Greens Road adds 2.37ha ofbare landwith quality soils and shelter belts, ideal for grazing, planting,
orinvestment.
•Together, they provide asubstantialrural basenearTuahiwi School and ashort drivetoWoodend and Rangiora.
Rarelyavailable in North Canterbury,thisopportunity warrants attention.
bayleys.co.nz/5529455
3.7155 ha
DeadlineSale (unless soldprior)
1pm, Wed 11 Mar 2026
251-253 High Street, Rangiora
View by appointment
Jack Pringle 027 533 4820
jack.pringle@bayleys.co.nz
Mark Pringle 027 4333334
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Gore Bay 28 MoodyStreet
Hanmer Springs 16 Mt Isobel Place
Aspecial Bayclassic
There's something special about 'GoreBlimey' -you
feel it the moment you arrive. Known andadmired
around the bay, this iconic GoreBay home is full of
personality,stories,and relaxedseaside charm. This
has been aspecial place for ourvendors andhas many
happy treasured memories.Herenow is the
opportunityfor you to secure it to makeityour own.
Tuckedbehind its character exterior isahomethat's
surprisingly generous andwith achic,coastalfeel.
With two comfortablebedrooms plus asunny,flexible
sunroom space, there's room foreveryone to settlein.
bayleys.co.nz/5529643
2 2 1 1
Deadline Sale (unless soldprior)
1pm, Wed4Mar2026
251-253 High Street, Rangiora
View 11.30am-12.15pm Sun22Feb
or by appointment
JulieGraham 027 622 2003
julie.graham@bayleys.co.nz
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Alpine sanctuary with
panoramic mountain vistas
Positioned on an elevated terrace to capture
breathtaking mountain views. This substantial
225sqmhome features sun-filled living areas with
seamless indoor-outdoor flowtoexpansive decking.
The open-plankitchen, dining andliving area is
complemented byaseparate lounge with wood
burner. With five bedroomsincluding aprivate master
suite, multiple heating options, adouble cargarage,
andultra-low maintenancegrounds-this is easy
alpine living at itsbest.
bayleys.co.nz/5528631
789 sqm 5 2 2
Asking Price $1,195,000
View 2-2.30pm Sat 21 Feborbyappointment
Harley Manion 021 1498050
harley.manion@bayleys.co.nz
Charlotte McGuire 027 8722573
charlotte.mcguire@bayleys.co.nz
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Kaiapoi 65 HiltonStreet
Rangiora 16A Wales Street
Unlock potential–investor
develop
• Primelocation in Kaiapoi: Centrally locatedin
Kaiapoi with easyaccess to localamenities,
services, and transport routes
• Vacant possessionwithdevelopmentpotential:
Flat 1,012sqmsite suitable for redevelopment
opportunities or investment
• Off-street parking: Ampleoff-streetparking for
bothtenantsand customers, providing
convenienceand easeofaccess
bayleys.co.nz/5527687
1,012 sqm 140 sqm
For Sale offersinvited over
$560,000 +GST (if any)
Phone forviewing times
Tom Gilroy 0274 380966
tom.gilroy@bayleys.co.nz
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSEDREAA2008
Urgent sale 1,608sqmvacant
site
Zoned MRZ -Medium DensityResidential Zone
Opportunitieslike thisfor development are rare in
central Rangiora -and thisone must be sold. My
clients have purchased andare on the move.
My instructionsare clear to selland each and every
offer mustbepresented. Auction day is sale day,
unless sold prior.
bayleys.co.nz/5529662
1,608 sqm
Auction (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 5Mar 2026
3DeansAvenue, Chch
Phone forviewing times
Lance Farrant 021 419815
l.farrant@bayleys.co.nz
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Aaron
Clark
Rangiora 131 AshleyStreet
Amberley 67C Courage Road
New Listing
New Listing
Big families... this one's foryou!
This two-storey home is perfect forfamilies of allages, with stacksof
bedrooms, 2bathrooms and dual livingareas plusalight-filled
conservatoryand space pre-plumbed for asecond kitchen. Downstairs
isideal for kids and everyday life, upstairs offersspace forteensor
extendedfamily to retreat to. Privately set with room for atrampoline
and all the toys,adouble garage andthoughtful updatesincluding
new hot water cylinders, this home combinescomfort, practicalityand
aspot on location -close to Rangiora's schools, parks and amenities,
with an easy commute to Christchurchtoo. Have questions? Would like
toview? Please just ask!
Rangiora 23 Huntingdon Drive
5 2 2 2
Deadline Sale closesThursday5th
March, 2026 at 4.00pm, (unlesssold
prior)
View Sun 22 Feb 10.45 -11.15am
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Aaron Clark
M 027 873 5121
Anna Pethig
M 027 913 4909
Your Amberleybuild starts here!
Tucked away on aprivaterear site, this generous bare section at 67c
Courage Road offers an exceptional canvas for your future home.
Spanning approximately 1,058m2 the section enjoys clearlydefined
boundaries with established fencing and apeacefulsetting, with a
natural stream course meandering through the property to create a
truly special feature with. Whether incorporatedinto your
landscaping or simply enjoyed as aserene backdrop, this is asite that
invites thoughtful design and relaxedliving. The section is ready for
your vision, supportedbysensible covenants designed to protect your
investment and ensure long-term value. Services are available at the
boundary.
Rangiora 15King Street
For Sale $299,000
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Aaron Clark
M 027 873 5121
Anna Pethig
M 027 913 4909
Eye-catching &heart-stealing!
This is ahomethatwill catch your eye from across the streetand then
steal your heart themomentyou step inside! Designed as astunning
show-home and filled with loveever since, your heartwill be hookedas
the home welcomes you in -sunlight streams intothe open living
areas and the stylish kitchen and clever study nook, create asenseof
bothstyle and thoughtfully considered practicality.Stepoutside to a
secretgarden oasis, perfect forlazy mornings, summerevenings and
quiet afternoons. Lovingly lived-in and thoughtfully designed,thisisa
home you'll fall forbeforeyou even unpack. Have questions?Would
like to view? Whateveryou need, please just ask!
4 2 2 2
Deadline Sale closesWednesday 4th
March, 2026 at 3.00pm, (unless sold
prior)
View Sun 22 Feb 2.00 -2.30pm
Web pb.co.nz/RU222200
Aaron Clark
M 027 873 5121
Anna Pethig
M 027 913 4909
Move in, kick back &make this yours!
Move-in ready and full of potential, 15 King Street, Rangiora is perfect
forfirst-home buyersordownsizers. Twodouble bedrooms, anorthfacing
open-plan lounge, kitchen, and dining make every day bright
and welcoming, while the master opens onto theveranda. Aseparate
laundry,ceiling insulation,and cozy log fireadd comfort.Outside, a
fully fenced 625m2 section, verandas, garagewith studio space, and
room for pets or BBQs await. Right across from MatawaiPark and
minutes to shops, schools, andRangiora town -easy living now, with
space to grow. Have questions?Wouldlike to view? Whatever you
need, please just ask!
2 1 1 1
For Sale Buyers $649,000+
View Sun22Feb 1.00 -1.30pm
Web pb.co.nz/RU219760
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Ashley 125 Forestry Road
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Private, spaciousand perfectlyset-up!
Tuckedaway behind established gardens on 4.3 hectares, this is alifestyleproperty that trulydelivers on privacy, spaceand
versatility. Withasubstantial 210m2 family home,beautifullyestablished grounds once enjoyedasaweddingvenue,and
exceptional sheddingalready in place, 125ForestryRoad offersararesense of calm andcompleteness -where everyday living
feels like aretreat, yettown is still closeathand! Thoughtfullyupdated and generouslyproportioned, thehomeisdesigned for
relaxedfamilyliving on agrandscale. The huge open-plan living area is light-filled and welcoming,enhanced by LED lighting
and anatural flow to outdoor spaces.Atthe heart of thehome sitsastunningmodernkitchenwith walk-in pantry, quality
appliances and great storage-idealfor family living. The huge master offersgreat storageand access to thedeck. The
bathroom hasbeen renovated too and heating is wellcatered for with awood burner on wetback and an HRV system.Once a
wedding venue, the gardens are mature,private, and beautifully layered, with tranquil ponds,hiddennooks, and multiple
outdoor areas to enjoy.
3 1 1 2
DeadlineSale closes Thursday5th March, 2026 at 3.00pm,
(unless sold prior)
View Sun 22 Feb 2.00 -2.30pm
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Rangiora 224 King Street
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Central, spacious &fullofpotential
Ifyou're searching foracentrally located homewhere you canadd yourown style andcreate real value,this is an opportunity
nottomiss. Positionedonasunny corner site justashort stroll from the shopping centre,thisgenerously sized home offers
space, versatilityand enormousscopefor redecoration inahighly convenient location.Withexcellent bus linksand close
proximitytoschools, parks,the movie theatreand thetown'sbusiness hub, everyday living couldn't be easier.Stepinside and
discoverasurprisingly spacious layout, ideal forfamilies, professionals wanting toliveclose to town, or those seekingaworkfrom-homeorhome-based
businessoption. Theexpansiveloungeisastandout, featuring araisedlog firefor warmthand
ambience, complemented by underfloor heating with individualzone controlsthroughout thehome. This inviting space flows
seamlessly through to the diningarea andfamily-sized kitchen, forming apractical and social hubreadyfor modernisation.
Accommodation includes twobedrooms, one of which is exceptionally large with afull wallofbuilt-in cupboards andextensive
storage -perfect as agenerous master suite,studioorhome office.
2 1 1 2
For Sale $625,000
View Sun 22 Feb 1.00 -2.00pm
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Rangiora 13ARickton Place
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Secludedcomfort in aprime location
Highly sought after neighborhood, easy-care home.Set backfrom the road at the endofaquiet cul-de-sac, thisbeautifully
presented home offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort,andconvenience. Whether you're movingupthe property ladder
or downsizing without compromise,this property delivers on lifestyle and location.Featuring threewell-proportioned
bedroomsand agenerousopen-planlivingarea, there's plenty of space forfamilies,guests, or simply enjoyingyour own
peaceand quiet. The layout flows effortlessly to private,sunny courtyards -ideal for outdoor dining, morning coffee, or
relaxing with abook in complete seclusion. Doubleinternal-access garaging and ample off-street parking provide space for
vehicles,hobbies, or visiting friendsand family. The established neighbourhood offers astrong sense of community, with local
parks justashortstroll away and friendly neighbours who valuethe peaceful surroundings. Familieswillappreciate the
proximity to schools andeasy access to nearby busroutes,making daily life simpleand connected. Withsomuch to offer in
such asought-after, tucked-away location, opportunitieslike this are rare.Make yourmove.
3 2 1 2
Auction 2.00pm, Thu 12th Mar, 2026, (unless sold prior)
View Sun 22 Feb 12.30 -1.15pm
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Leithfield 20 SmartsDrive
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Motivatedvendors -must be sold -act now!
Triplegaraging, solid &spaciouswith ascenic outlook. Set in aquiet, family-friendly cul-de-sac, this spacioushomeoffers
multiple living spaces providing adaptable choices suited to your family needs, withthree bedrooms, large open planliving
room and 2additional living roomsproviding options foranoffice, gamesroom,2nd lounge or perhaps an adaptable
bedroomfor when guests stay.Enjoying stunning rural views, agenerous section, plenty of parking for yourcars,boat or
trailer, andendless potential to modernise or personalise, this is your chance to createthe perfect home. Whatever your vision,
the possibilities areendless. Inside, theopen-plan kitchen and livingarea formthe heart of thehome, withawetback log
burner keeping your home warm, andthe power bill low in those winter months. Situated closetoLeithfieldBeach, theschool,
and local amenities, this property combines relaxed rural-coastal livingwith easy access to Amberleyand Christchurch. With
scopetoenhance andtruly makeityour own, 20 Smarts Drive is an opportunity not tobemissedand must be sold.
3 2 3 3
DeadlineSale closes Thursday19th February, 2026 at 1.00pm,
(unless sold prior)
View Sun 22 Feb 11.00 -11.30am
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Leithfield Lot 3238 Leithfield Road
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Opportunities like this don't comearoundoftenand thestrong interest in thepreviousreleasesays it all. This approximately
1-hectarebareblockpresentsarare second chance to securedesirableland on theedge of Leithfield,soact decisively.
Beautifully positionedand thoughtfullyterraced, the land offers an appealing balance of spaceand ease -perfect forthose
seeking roomtobreathe without thecommitment ofintensiveland maintenance. Services arealready to theboundary,
allowingyou to focus on bringing your plans to life from dayone.Whether you envision aproductivegarden,spacefor afew
animals,orsimply wide-open groundstoenjoy, the flexibilityhere is undeniable. Sweeping, uninterrupted viewsofMtGrey
create astunning natural backdrop,while the surrounding landscape deliversprivacy, peace,and atrue sense of countrycalm.
Set just beyond theheart of the ever-popular Leithfield village. Leithfieldcontinuestoattract buyersseekingvillage charm
paired withopen-spacelivingand demandremainshigh. Interest is expected tobestrong onceagain,sodon'tmiss this
second opportunity to secure landofthis calibre. AwaitingTitle.
DeadlineSale closes Thursday26th February, 2026 at 2.00pm,
(unless sold prior)
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owners decided to create their
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features alarge tiled showerand free-standing bath. A
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groundsinclude vegeboxes,off-street parkingand full
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M 027 563 1733
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RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL
OMIHI 2Cotswold Road
Location, Scale, Quality &Opportunity
‘Cotswold’, heldbyone family since1943,isan
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soils and abalanced mixofflats, downs, and hill
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Improvements includeamodernised four-bedroom
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Are Youthe Artist We’reLookingFor?
Council, with the support of the Waimakariri Public
Arts Trust, isseeking anartist tocreate anartwork for
display onKippenberger Avenue.
The Rangiora-AshleyCommunity Boardwould like a
sculptureonKippenbergerAvenuetocommemorate the
avenue’s namesake,Sir Howard Kippenberger, 1897–1957.
Kippenberger was best known as adecorated soldier
who became commander of the New Zealand Division in
the Second World War. Known asKip, hewas also well
regarded for his contributions inthe local community.
We’re looking for asculptor orartist who can capture
Sir Kippenberger asaperson and inparticular, his time
in Rangiora, with an intentional focus on not becoming
another war memorial or military statue.
A wide range ofartistic styles and approaches are
encouraged, from bold, colourful, and eyecatching
designs toabstract forms and panel cutouts. While
innovative concepts are preferred, traditional statuestyle
sculptures will also be taken into consideration.
Theywould like to honour SirKippenbergerasnot only a
soldierwho served valiantlytoprotect ourfreedoms, but
also aman with passionateinterests andcommunity spirit.
The project provides anopportunity for skilled and
experienced artist/s tomake their mark on Rangiora by
having their work potentially selected and permanently
exhibited onamain thoroughfare. The artist will be
remunerated for their work.
Head to waimakariri.govt.nz/publicnotices oremail
aria.huang@wmk.govt.nz for more information.
IllegalRubbish Dumpingonthe RiseinWaimakariri
Illegal dumping is becoming an increasing problem
across Waimakariri, with more rubbish turning up in
places it shouldn’t.
While illegal dumping usually increases over the warmer
months as people tackle household clean outs and
home projects, the issue isrising overall—with a28%
rise in reported incidents last financial year.
Bagged rubbish,bottles,household furniture, whiteware,
tyresand wood offcutsare amongthe most dumped
itemsacrossWaimakariri’s roadsides, reserves,and public
places.We’ve even foundthe occasional dogkennel.
Illegal dumping is not only aneyesore—it harms the
environment and costs ratepayers toclean up. Removal
costs have increased in recent years, with some
contractors now charging more than $500 per job.
To help manage these costs, Council has boosted its
in-house capacity by assigning more staff and using
larger vehicles to respond todumping incidents.
Anyone caught illegally dumping is liable for aninstant
fine of up to $400, and more serious offences may
result in prosecution.
If you come across illegal dumping, please do not
remove the items. Make anote of any details, take
photos if you can and contact the Council.
The easiest way to report it is through the Snap, Send,
Solve app. Make sure you report the incident from the
site of the dumping so our teams receive the correct
location and can respond more quickly to the report.
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Thursday,July31, 2025 | I sue 157 | www.starnews.co.nz
By DAVID HI L,
Local Democracy Reporter
It was hailed as a ‘one­stop shop ’ to
make it quicker and easier to build
major projects when it pa sed into law
last December.
But none of the five North Canterbury
projects included in the Government’s
Fast­track A provals Act have
progre sed beyond being ‘listed ’
projects in the fast­track proce s.
They were among 149 projects listed
in the legislation.
In astatement released last w ek,
Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop
and Regional Development Minister
Shane Jones said around 50 of the 149
projects had lodged substantive
a plications with the Environmental
Protection Authority (EPA), since the
a provals regime was established in
February.
Of those, none have b en a proved so
far, with the first eight expected to be
signed o f by the end of the year.
Proposed housing developments at
Ōhoka, W odend and west Rangiora
were listed in the legislation, along with
the W odend Bypa s and the Amuri
I rigation Company Ltd’s Balmoral
water storage facility and fish scr en.
An EPA spokespersonhas confirmed
none of the five North Canterbury
projects have lodged substantivefasttrack
a plications.
Developersofalisted projectcan
a ply to the EPA where an ‘expert
panel’ wi l a se s the projectand
consult with ‘directly a fected groups ’.
Panel convenors determine the extent
of the consultation, meaning the is no
guarant e local communities wi l have a
say.
There isnotimeframe foralisted
projec to lodge an a plication, the
spokesperson said.
When the project list was a nounced
in October last year, Mr Bishop pointed
the finger at councils for creating the
housing crisis.
‘Speaking in general terms, councils
have contributed to our housing crisis
by being overly picky about where
houses can be built, ’ he said a the time.
The W odend and west Rangiora
developments have since b en included
in the new WaimakaririDistrict Plan
adopted last month, meaning they may
not n ed to be fast­tracked.
Amuri I rigation Company
chairperson DavidCroft said the
company anticipated aresource consent
would be granted by Environment
Canterbury (ECan) in the next few
months, after it was lodged in 2023.
‘It l oks like the normal consenting
proce s wi l be faster. In some waysit
would be the ideal situation because
everybody has had thechance to have
their say in asystem they are familiar
with. ’
A$20m loan from the Government’s
Regional Infrastructure Fund was
a nounced earlier this month for the
Balmoral water storageproject.
The proposed Ōhoka development
was rejected from the District Plan,
after aprivate plan change requestwas
rejected by an independent
commi sioner in November 2023.
It issti l subjec to an Environment
Court a peal.
An Environment Court spokesperson
said the a pe lant, Carter Group, has
b en directed to advise the court by
August 2 ‘how or whether it intends to
proc ed ’.
Waimakariri District Council
development pla ning manager Ma t
Bacon said under the new District Plan,
the site of the proposed Ohoka
development is zoned rura lifestyle.
It mean the farmland could be subdivided
into 4ha lots, but not into an
850­home development as proposed.
Carter Group wascontacted for
comment but areply had not b en
received by the time the North
Canterbury News wen to print.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency
has b en completing geotech reports as
it continues scoping workfor the
proposed W odend Bypa s.
LDR islocal body journalism cofunded
by RNZ and NZ On Air.
Upcoming CouncilMeetings
Unless otherwisestated, thefollowing
meetings will be held in March2026inthe
CouncilChamber,215 High Street,Rangiora.
Council
Tuesday, 3March at 9am.
Oxford-Ohoka Community Board
Wednesday, 4March at 6.30pm atthe
Mandeville Sports Club,
431 Mandeville Road, Mandeville.
(The Public Forum section of the agenda will
occur from 6.30pm to6.45pm).
Utilitiesand Roading
Tuesday, 10 March at9am.
Woodend-SeftonCommunity Board
Tuesday, 10 March at5:30pm atthe
Sefton Community Hall,
591 Upper Sefton Road, Sefton.
Rangiora-AshleyCommunityBoard
Wednesday, 11 March at7pm.
Kaiapoi-Tuahiwi CommunityBoard
Monday, 16March at 5pm atthe
Ruataniwha Kaiapoi Civic Centre,
176 Williams Street, Kaiapoi.
Auditand Risk Committee
Tuesday, 17 March at9am.
CouncilWorkshopSession
Tuesday, 24 March at9am.
Council
Tuesday, 31 March at9am.
Agendaswillbeavailable twoworking days
before themeeting. Agendas,Minutes,and
audiorecordingsofmeetingscan be found on
theCouncil's website: waimakariri.govt.nz
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Books$2.00 each or 6booksfor $10.00,
Children’s10for $2,puzzles $4.00
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This is an Anglican Parish of KaiapoiFundraiser
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Kaiapoi Borough School PTA
Annual GeneralMeeting
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RESOURCE MANAGEMENT ACT1991
WAIMAKARIRIDISTRICTPLAN
OPERATIVEDATE23FEBRUARY2026
Notice advertised in The Press,
Saturday, 14February 2026
In accordance with Clause 17(2)ofSchedule1
of theResourceManagementAct 1991,the
WaimakaririDistrictCouncil resolved on
3February2026toapprove theDesignations
chapterofthe PartiallyOperative District Plan,
as decisionsonall designations have been
made andnoappealsrelatingtodesignations
were received.
As aresult, the Designations part of thePartially
OperativeDistrictPlanwillbeoperative from
23 February 2026.
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Thursday,July31, 2025 | I sue 157 | www.starnews.co.nz
By DAVID HI L,
LocalDemocracy Reporter
It was hailed as a ‘one­stop shop ’ to
make it quicker and easier to build
major projects when it pa sed into law
last December.
But none of thefive North Canterbury
projects included in the Government’s
Fast­track A provals Act have
progre sed beyond being ‘listed ’
projects in the fast­track proce s.
They were among 149 projects listed
in the legislation.
In astatement released last w ek,
Infrastructure Minister ChrisBishop
and Regional Development Minister
Shane Jones said around 50 of the 149
projects had lodged substantive
a plications with the Environmental
Protection Authority (EPA), since the
a provals regime was established in
February.
Of those, none have b en a proved so
far, with the first eight expected to be
signed o f by the end of the year.
Proposed housing developments at
Ōhoka, W odend and west Rangiora
were listed in the legislation, along with
the W odend Bypa s and the Amuri
I rigation Company Ltd’s Balmoral
water storage facility and fish scr en.
An EPA spokesperson has confirmed
none of the five North Canterbury
projects have lodged substantivefasttrack
a plications.
Developers of alisted projectcan
a ply to the EPA where an ‘expert
panel’ wi l a se s the projectand
consult with ‘directly a fected groups ’.
Panel convenors determine theextent
of the consultation, meaning the is no
guarant e local communities wi l have a
say.
There is no timeframe for alisted
projec to lodge an a plication, the
spokesperson said.
When the project list was a nounced
in October last year, Mr Bishoppointed
the finger at councils forcreating the
housing crisis.
‘Speaking in general terms, councils
have contributed to our housing crisis
by being overly picky about where
houses can be built, ’ he said a the time.
The W odend and west Rangiora
developments have since b en included
in the new WaimakaririDistrict Plan
adopted last month, meaning they may
not n ed to be fast­tracked.
Amuri I rigation Company
chairperson David Croft said the
company anticipated aresource consent
would be granted by Environment
Canterbury (ECan) in the next few
months, after it was lodged in 2023.
‘It l oks like the normal consenting
proce s wi l be faster. In somewaysit
would be the ideal situation because
everybody has had the chance tohave
their say in asystem they are familiar
with. ’
A$20m loan from the Government’s
Regional Infrastructure Fundwas
a nounced earlier this monthfor the
Balmoral water storageproject.
The proposed Ōhoka development
was rejected from the District Plan,
after aprivate plan change requestwas
rejected by an independent
commi sioner in November 2023.
It is sti l subjec to an Environment
Court a peal.
AnEnvironment Court spokesperson
said the a pe lant, Carter Group, has
b en directed to advise the court by
August 2 ‘how or whether it intends to
proc ed ’.
Waimakariri District Council
development pla ning manager Ma t
Bacon said under thenew District Plan,
the siteofthe proposed Ohoka
development is zoned rura lifestyle.
It mean the farmland could be subdivided
into 4ha lots, but not into an
850­home development as proposed.
Carter Group was contacted for
comment but areply had not b en
received by the time the North
Canterbury News wen to print.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency
has b en completing geotech reports as
it continues scoping workfor the
proposed W odend Bypa s.
LDR islocal body journalism cofunded
by RNZ and NZ On Air.
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