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By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Waimakariri ratepayers are being asked for their feedback on an average rates rise of 8.94%
The Waimakariri District Council adopted its "most challenging" long-term plan (LTP) on Tuesday.
Deputy mayor Neville Atkinson, a long serving … View moreBy David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Waimakariri ratepayers are being asked for their feedback on an average rates rise of 8.94%
The Waimakariri District Council adopted its "most challenging" long-term plan (LTP) on Tuesday.
Deputy mayor Neville Atkinson, a long serving councillor, said it was the most difficult annual or long term plan he had been involved in.
‘‘We had the earthquakes, but I would suggest this is worse, because there is so much uncertainty around what is going to happen.
‘‘We have people out there who are angry, people who are broke, who are losing their jobs and others who are winning, and we need to balance that.’’
Mayor Dan Gordon said he was pleased council staff had settled on average rates rise of 8.94% ‘‘without compromising our levels of service’’.
‘‘I hear continuous calls from some about having a zero rates rise, but that is just unrealistic.’’
He said the council needed to continue planning for growth, with large roading projects proposed in the LTP such as the Rangiora eastern link road and the Skew bridge upgrade at west Kaiapoi.
Council chief executive Jeff Millward said staff considered delaying the LTP for a year due to changes in Government legislation, but considered it would be detrimental.
‘‘We have already done six months worth of work on this plan, and we are a growth council, so we need to stay relevant.
‘‘If we did take up the option, we would be doing a one-year plan with no future planning and then we would have to go back and do it again next year.’’
The council is planning to spend around $690 million over the next 10 years replacing assets and planning for the district’s rapid growth.
The district’s population is projected to grow from around 70,000 to 82,075 by 2034, based on Stats NZ’s high growth scenario.
The LTP considers how best to manage the natural environment, flood resilience, provision of community facilities, extension of the Rangiora Library and the proposed Rangiora eastern link road.
The proposed Pegasus Community Centre, which was signalled in the 2021 LTP, is set to be built by the end of next year.
The council is also in talks with Canterbury Cricket and Canterbury Country Cricket about extending Mainpower Oval to accommodate more cricket pitches and training facilities.
The draft 2024-34 LTP will go out for consultation from March 15 to April 15, with hearings planned in May.
■ LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.
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… View moreTwo Pink Carnival 2024 tickets to sell on huge sale. Complementary CD also as I purchased best tickets.
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Microgreens are tasty healthy and make any meal look a little bit fancy.
All greens grown to order harvested at their peak and delivered direct to your home or office on a Friday.
50g bags $5
100g bags $8.50
(Free delivery in Rangiora and surrounding areas and currently no minimum spend)… View moreMicrogreens are tasty healthy and make any meal look a little bit fancy.
All greens grown to order harvested at their peak and delivered direct to your home or office on a Friday.
50g bags $5
100g bags $8.50
(Free delivery in Rangiora and surrounding areas and currently no minimum spend)
Currently growing peas, broccoli, radish, sunflower.
Can do individual varieties or mixes. Sunflower, broccoli, radish is a popular mix.
Note your order takes 10 days to grow with plantings every Monday.
Any questions just ask!
I am needing suggestions - I have a long rural, shingle driveway that has quite a few pot holes. Does anyone know who would be able to repair this for me? The property is in Yaldhurst. Phone 021 722 497
Corokia Gentys Green is hardy New Zealand native plant with a small compact leaf. Very versatile - excellent for background planting, shelter, and clipped hedging. Perfect for hedging or as an individual specimen to add to your garden. Great for boundary. Around 100 available. $4 per plant
Good sized plants. Looks like buxus when grown but grows at twice the speed. Tiny oval dark green leaves. Plant in full sun or semi shade. Ideal plant to shape into balls cones etc perfect for planting now $3.50 per plant
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
While libraries around the country are facing cuts, a Canterbury council is considering expanding its main library and extending its operating hours.
Waimakariri's council is reviewing opening hours, including increasing Sunday hours, and the … View moreBy David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
While libraries around the country are facing cuts, a Canterbury council is considering expanding its main library and extending its operating hours.
Waimakariri's council is reviewing opening hours, including increasing Sunday hours, and the Kaiapoi, Rangiora and Oxford libraries are investing in new technologies.
This is in contrast to libraries in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, which are facing budget cuts as councils look to curb huge rates increases.
The Waimakariri District Council is proposing an average rates rise of 8.94%, while other councils are considering rates hikes of more than 10%.
Expansion plans are in the pipeline in Waimakariri's 2024-34 long-term plan to support a growing population.
The council will be consulting on whether to build a second building alongside the existing Trevor Inch Memorial Library in Rangiora, earmarked for the 2027-28 financial year.
Community and recreation manager Chris Brown said a new single-storey, 1345m2 library building would cost $16.8 million.
A second option was constructing a two-storey building, with the library on the ground floor and office space for council staff upstairs, which would cost about $30m.
‘‘We have council staff working in leased office spaces in the town, so we need to ask the community whether they prefer us to be supporting local businesses, or bringing our staff back into a council-owned building,’’ Brown said.
Waimakariri District Libraries manager Paula Eskett said extending Sunday opening hours were first looked at pre-Covid.
At present the Rangiora and Kaiapoi libraries are open from 1pm to 4pm on Sundays.
‘‘Traditionally Sunday hours were set around church time, but community members are saying they want to be in there on Sunday mornings.’’
Staff were considering extending the weekday closing time from 5pm to 6pm, and dropping the weekly late night at 7pm.
The libraries have upgraded their self-issue kiosks to make issuing books simpler, with the new kiosks just like ‘‘supermarket self-checkouts’’.
The Rangiora Library is also trialling a new digital smart shelf, which instantly scans the books when they are returned.
New technologies are being explored to offer learning experiences.
The three libraries hosted the Antarctic Heritage Trust’s virtual reality experience, featuring Sir Edmund Hillary’s Antarctic hut, over the summer, with nearly 300 people visiting over six days.
‘‘With the virtual reality experience, we had people who were in the 70s and 90s, so we had grandparents and kids using it at the same time,’’ discovery and digital co-ordinator Ciaran Findlay said.
The library was increasing gaming and craft technologies (‘‘Makerspace’’) initiatives to provide social and learning opportunities, he said.
Mayor Dan Gordon said libraries are bustling with events, technology to explore, and spaces to work or relax, and connect with friends.
‘‘The best thing about the libraries is how well they cater for residents regardless of age or background.
‘‘Staff often see grandparents with their grandchildren, particularly in the school holidays and there is something to keep everyone amused and entertained.
‘‘This is something truly special, and it’s worth the investment to ensure these connections continue to flourish.’’
■ LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.
If you have a green thumb, just imagine what you could do with a balcony with a fantastic view like this one at Murray Halberg Village. This elevated space offers the perfect blank canvas to create a lush outdoor space without lawn maintenance or heavy lifting.
Shane Fairbairn, Landscape Manager… View moreIf you have a green thumb, just imagine what you could do with a balcony with a fantastic view like this one at Murray Halberg Village. This elevated space offers the perfect blank canvas to create a lush outdoor space without lawn maintenance or heavy lifting.
Shane Fairbairn, Landscape Manager at Ryman Healthcare, shares some tips for creating the perfect outdoor space on your patio or balcony so you can enjoy the benefits of gardening without the hassles.
First, decide on a theme. Is it cosy and bohemian, sleek and minimalist, a lush urban jungle, or something else? Your vision will guide your plant and furniture choices.
For all his tips and advice click read more.
A reminder to all those eager new dancers, that our Introductory / Beginners classes commence next Monday 4th March 2024 at 7.30pm in the Anglican Church Hall, Church Street, Rangiora.
Cost - 6 lessons for $30.
No partner required.
Soft soled shoes are best.
Bring along a water bottle.
For … View moreA reminder to all those eager new dancers, that our Introductory / Beginners classes commence next Monday 4th March 2024 at 7.30pm in the Anglican Church Hall, Church Street, Rangiora.
Cost - 6 lessons for $30.
No partner required.
Soft soled shoes are best.
Bring along a water bottle.
For more information contact Gail: 0212984712
Olive: 0275626791
Look forward to meeting you.
Just seeing if anyone has a cricut machine? If you like it or not, pros and cons
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