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Voluntary wildfire evacuation exercise for Hanmer Springs

A landmark multi-agency Civil Defence wildfire evacuation field exercise will take place in Hanmer Springs on Sunday 6 April 2025 to test community preparedness.

North Canterbury solidifies structures for three waters

Waimakariri, Hurunui and Kaikōura councils are committed to continuing to collaborate on delivery of water services while selecting preferred governance structures for their communities.

Hurunui parents invited to evening of connections and insights

Parents in Hurunui District are being offered a not-to-be-missed opportunity to hear how to support their young children’s brain development and ensure school readiness.

A Word from the Mayor

Hurunui Council adopts Annual Report 2023/24

Hurunui councillors today adopted the Annual Report for the financial year 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024, as well as the Summary Annual Report.

Final site plan for Menzshed’s new home approved

Amberley Menzshed are celebrating a significant milestone in their journey to a new home after the Hurunui South Ward committee approved the final site plan at last week’s meeting.

Amberley Beach residents welcome start of bund renourishment works

Amberley Beach residents are watching their storm-surge protection bund lengthen and grow.

Revised tsunami evacuation zones released for Hurunui

Residents of Hurunui’s coastal areas are being urged to ‘know their zone’ as the Council today releases revised tsunami evacuation zones for Hurunui.

Hurunui Youth Councillors elect 2025 Chair and Deputy Chair

Hurunui’s new Youth Council are preparing for a full-octane year ahead.

A Word from the Mayor

Council reviews Easter Sunday Shop Trading Policy

Hurunui District Council is inviting residents to have their say on the review of the Easter Sunday Shop Trading Policy.

Council adopts Reserves Management Plan 2025

The Reserves Management Plan 2025 has been adopted by Hurunui District Council at its first meeting of the year on 28 January 2025.

A message from Mayor Marie

Our thoughts are with the person and family impacted by the fallen tree last night at Balmoral recreation reserve.

Grab your noodle horse and join the races at the pool this summer!

Free training starting 6 January for the inaugural Royale Super Splash family fun day at the MainPower Amberley Pool, which also includes the popular Hurunui Manu Champs.

Welcome to 2025

Community urged to plan for January disruptions on Douglas Road

Amberley residents are being urged to plan ahead of disruptions to traffic flow on Douglas Road from Monday 13 January 2025 to Friday 31 January 2025.

Council Holiday Hours

Council's hours and important numbers during the holiday period

New resource helps visitors when emergency happens

Helping visitors to Hurunui be prepared for an emergency event has been made easier with a new resource that’s available to the district’s motels, guest homes and other accommodation.

Amberley seed business sows opportunities for Hurunui youth

A seed growing business in Amberley is sowing opportunities for Hurunui’s young people.

Hurunui District moves to Level 1 water restrictions

Hurunui District today moved to Level 1 water restrictions district wide.