News
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Local Waters Done Well November 2025 Update
News UpdateBy working together, Hurunui and Kaikōura will help achieve results that one council working on its own might not be able to achieve. Click to read the full article here.
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Key Council Meeting Outcomes November 26th 2025
News UpdateCommittees and the Draft Signs Bylaw Consultation
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Downer Road Works Postponed
News Update4 November – No closure required tonight on SH1
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Local Waters Done Well October 2025 Update
News UpdateNow that the joint Water Services Delivery Plan (WSDP) between Kaikōura and Hurunui District Councils has been approved by central government, it’s important to outline what this means for residents.
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Inauguration of New Council for a Fresh Triennium
News UpdateYesterday afternoon marked an auspicious occasion with the inauguration of our new Council for a fresh triennium.
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Inaugural Council meeting 29th October 2025 – Summary News:
News UpdateBelow is a brief summary of the ceremony and a key decision made from the Inaugural Council meeting held on the 29th of October 2025.
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FINAL COMMUNITY UPDATE - Tuesday 28th October 5:05 pm
News UpdateWe wish to acknowledge and thank everyone who has helped support our community during this difficult and challenging time.
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COMMUNITY UPDATE Monday 27th October 5:15 pm
News UpdateForecast: Northwest winds may approach severe gale in exposed places. Winds easing from the south this afternoon. Low chance of upgrading to a Warning.
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COMMUNITY UPDATE Monday 27th October 12:30 pm
News UpdateDue to current strong winds forecast until Monday 27th, please avoid lighting fires and ensure any previous fires are fully extinguished.
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COMMUNITY UPDATE - Sunday 26th October 5:00 pm
News UpdateWelfare and weather updates
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COMMUNITY UPDATE - Saturday 25th October 6:00 pm
News UpdateKaikōura Volunteer Fire Brigade is continuing to manage hot spots. Please remain vigilant and call 111 with any concerns. Total Fire ban in place.
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MAYORAL RELIEF FUND and status update - Friday 24th October 6:00 pm
News UpdateA local State of Emergency is anticipated to remain in place in the District over the long weekend as a precaution and will be reviewed again on Tuesday. Recovery tasks will continue over the weekend.
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COMMUNITY UPDATE Thursday 23rd October 5:00 pm
News UpdatePlease read the following for information and updates around the current status
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COMMUNITY UPDATE Thursday 23rd October 12:07 pm
News UpdateWinds are building but it is a fast-moving system predicted to reduce this afternoon.
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COMMUNITY UPDATE Wednesday 22nd October 5:27 pm
News UpdateCANTERBURY STATE OF EMERGENCY DECLARATION
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TOTAL FIRE BAN Wednesday 22nd October 11:05 am
News UpdateTotal fire ban for the district
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COMMUNITY UPDATE Wednesday 22nd October 10.27am
News UpdateMultiple fire crews are still operating in area to contain fires. A break in the winds today offers some reprieve to the fire and emergency crews to increase containment lines before further winds.
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COMMUNITY UPDATE Tuesday 21st October 5:45 pm
News UpdateIt is still too early to fully assess all damages. We will give further updates in the morning. If you have any concerns ring 111. Takahanga Marae is offering evacuation accommodation and shelter.
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CURRENT WEATHER EVENTS STATUS UPDATE: 16:00 Tuesday 21st October
News UpdateFire crews are currently fighting multiple fires in the KK flats area to SH1. If you are asked to evacuate, please take this very seriously.
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NZTA - SH1 Night Closures for North Canterbury - November 2025:
News UpdateRoad users are encouraged to plan ahead for the closures due to be in effect from the 3rd of November
