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Dan Gordon running for mayor again

2 days ago | odt.co.nz | David Hill

You are not permitted to download, save or email this image. Visit image gallery to purchase the image. CanterburyDistrictsDan Gordon is seeking re-election as Waimakariri mayor in the October local body elections. Gordon said it was an easy decision to make. He says he leads a hard-working council and is totally committed to the many challenges a rapidly growing district like Waimakariri faces. ‘‘I love the job,’’ says Gordon.
Canterbury leaders weigh in on bypass toll

2 days ago | odt.co.nz | David Hill

You are not permitted to download, save or email this image. Visit image gallery to purchase the image. CanterburyDistrictsCanterbury council leaders have mixed views on the possibility of a toll on the new $1 billion Woodend Bypass in Canterbury. Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey said a toll would be imposed on the bypass, if it is recommended by Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency (NZTA). ‘‘The Government has said, if NZTA recommends it, we will impose a toll,’’ Mr Doocey said.
PM returns to rebuilt Canterbury business after devestating fire

4 days ago | odt.co.nz | David Hill

You are not permitted to download, save or email this image. Visit image gallery to purchase the image. CanterburyBusinessCanterbury business Sutton Tools has come a long way since a fire nearly destroyed it three years ago, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says. Luxon was joined by Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey on a tour of Sutton Tools’ state-of-the art factory at Southbrook, Rangiora, on Friday[May 30].
Orange ballot boxes to make postal voting easier in Canterbury district

1 week ago | odt.co.nz | David Hill

You are not permitted to download, save or email this image. Visit image gallery to purchase the image. CanterburyDistrictsOrange ballot boxes are expected to pop up around North Canterbury later this year. Waimakariri District Council deputy electoral officer Sarah Nichols said orange ballot boxes would be deployed around the district in September and October to make it easier for people to vote in this year's local government elections.
ECan to push for commuter train from Rangiora and Rolleston to Chch

1 week ago | odt.co.nz | David Hill

You are not permitted to download, save or email this image. Visit image gallery to purchase the image. CanterburyChristchurchThe idea of a commuter train taking passengers from Rangiora and Rolleston into Christchurch is gathering steam, but not everyone is on board. Environment Canterbury (ECan) voted to approach KiwiRail to assist in preparing a business case for a Rangiora to Rolleston passenger rail service.
Projects get $50k funding boost

1 week ago | odt.co.nz | David Hill

You are not permitted to download, save or email this image. Visit image gallery to purchase the image. CanterburyDistrictsSix North Canterbury environmental projects are set to receive a funding boost. The Hurunui District Council gave its support to funding totalling $50,000 from Environment Canterbury’s (ECan) Hurunui-Waiau Uwha zone action plan budget, at a council meeting on Tuesday, May 27.
'Kids do dumb things': Principal speaks out against keyboard warriors after assault at school

1 week ago | odt.co.nz | David Hill

All schools grapple with ‘‘challenging student behaviour’’, and it is not helped by social media outbursts, a Canterbury principal says. Rangiora High School principal Bruce Kearney said he felt for his colleagues after critics took to social media following an incident at Oxford Area School last week. A student was taken to Christchurch Hospital with injuries after being allegedly assaulted by another student at Oxford Area School on Wednesday.
Schools risk losing teaching talent

2 weeks ago | odt.co.nz | David Hill

You are not permitted to download, save or email this image. Visit image gallery to purchase the image. CanterburyDistrictsNorth Canterbury’s "best and brightest" teachers could be lost following cuts in Thursday’s Budget, a North Canterbury principal says. More than 100 teaching roles across North Canterbury will be impacted, with the Kāhui Ako (communities of learning) programme set to be axed in December.
'One-stop shop': How RMA reforms could shake up local government

2 weeks ago | odt.co.nz | David Hill

Proposed legislation to replace the Resource Management Act could bring sweeping changes for Canterbury councils. Amid speculation the Government is looking at local government amalgamation as part of the legislation, some believe many council functions could be stripped from them, leaving them wondering what functions would be left at a local level. But Environment Canterbury chairperson Craig Pauling firmly believes there is a future for separate district and regional councils.
Public transport woes for Canterbury’s big growth areas

2 weeks ago | odt.co.nz | David Hill

You are not permitted to download, save or email this image. Visit image gallery to purchase the image. CanterburyDistrictsIt is back to the drawing board for proposed bus services in the Selwyn district as Environment Canterbury struggles with growing demand and limited funds, chairperson Craig Pauling says.