News

KDS Trust Achieves Prestigious International Dark Sky Sanctuary Status

Dark Sky International officially designated Kaikōura as an International Dark Sky Sanctuary today! Click here to learn more about this exciting news.

​Consultation on the Draft Kaikōura Spatial Plan is now open

The Draft Kaikōura Spatial Plan is subject to public consultation from 12th September to 5pm on Friday 18th October 2024. We would love to hear your thoughts and ideas on the draft

Construction Contractor approved for Wakatu Quay development

At August’s Council meeting the members approved the local Kaikōura construction company LMC Building and Construction Ltd as the lead contractor.

​Key Council Meeting Outcomes

Find out about key decisions and outcomes from this month's Council meeting. Draft Spatial Plan, Reserve Management Plans, Takahanga Main Power Multisport Courts & more!

August Newsletter 2024

Spatial Plan, Dark Skies Sanctuary, North Canterbury Water & More

Draft Reserve Management Plans next steps

In support of developing draft Reserve Management Plans, Council is planning to hold three, one-hour public workshops which will help determine community consultations moving forward.

​North Canterbury Working Together on Three Waters

North Canterbury councils are collaborating on what the future for Three Waters might look like when central government passes legislation later this year.

Reserve Management Plans Engagement Update August 6th 2024

On 31st July 2024, the Council directed council officers to develop a draft Reserve Management Plan for the Esplanade Reserve.

​Archaeological Authority Required for South Bay Forest Harvest

An archaeological and cultural inspection of the South Bay Forest area has indicated the potential presence of multiple archaeological and cultural sites

July Newsletter 2024

Roading updates, Wakatu Quay progress, Reserve Management plans & more

​Link Pathway Works – Fyffe Quay

As part of the Link Pathway project, a new concrete wall is being developed to create additional width for the pathway to continue from the Old Wharf to Jimmy Armers Beach.

Reserve Management Plans - Engagement Update

Feedback for the input & suggestions request as part of the initial Reserve Management Plan preparation concluded on the 8th July.

Waiau Toa Clarence River Access Update

June Newsletter 2024

Reserve Management Plan Reviews, South Bay Forest Harvest, Holiday Accommodation Changes & More

​Ludstone and Hawthorne Roads Update

​Trade waste visits and consents

Trade waste is liquid waste that is allowed to go to the sewers from food, hairdressing and other businesses.

Invitation For Tenders

KDC Contract 24-012 Link Pathway Concrete Wall Construction – Fyffe Quay

Ellerton Valhalla Road Works Kekerengu, starting Tuesday June 4th

Works are starting Tuesday the 4th of June and will finish on the 14th of June, weather dependent.

May Newsletter 2024

Draft Long-Term Plan, Visitor Accommodation, Signs Bylaw & More

Closure of Jordan Stream Bridge Puhi Puhi Valley

Vehicle access to the bridge will be prevented, effective from Thursday 23 May. All vehicles will instead have to cross the stream via the ford.