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COMMUNITY UPDATE Tuesday 21st October 5:45 pm

It 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.

​CURRENT WEATHER EVENTS STATUS UPDATE: 16:00 Tuesday 21st October

Fire crews are currently fighting multiple fires in the KK flats area to SH1. If you are asked to evacuate, please take this very seriously.

​NZTA - SH1 Night Closures for North Canterbury - November 2025:

Road users are encouraged to plan ahead for the closures due to be in effect from the 3rd of November

Final Election Results Confirmed

The New Council will be officially sworn in at an inaugural meeting on Wednesday 29th October at 4.00pm in Totara, Council Chambers.

Mayor Craig Mackle and Local Election Results

"This is a Council that will bring a breath of fresh air anchored with the steadfastness of before. We have a good representation across the board for the community".

Progress Results For The 2025 Triennial Elections Are In!

​NZTA ROAD WORKS-SH1-Athelney & Schoolhouse Road Intersection 13/10/25

Please read the flyer for detailed information regarding upcoming NZTA road works on State Highway One at the Athelney and School House Road intersection:

Key Council Meeting Outcomes September 2025

Animal Bylaw & Dog Control Policy, Walking & Riding Strategy, Waste Management and Minimisation Policy & more!

Joint Water Services Delivery Plan Approved by DIA.

A joint plan for the delivery of water services in the Kaikōura and Hurunui districts has received the green light from the Secretary of the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA). Read more here!

PŌHOWERA PARK - South Bay Reserve masterplan approved by Council

Following substantial community engagement and consultation in 2024, South Bay Forest was harvested to make way for the magnificent reserve canvas that will be ‘Pōhowera Park’.

Council CEO Contract Extension

Kaikōura District Council has confirmed the extension of CEO Will Doughty’s contract for a further two years, securing his leadership through to the end of January 2028.

North Canterbury’s rural councils set out agreement to work together

​North Canterbury’s rural councils have shaped an agreement on how they will work together to develop a model for delivering water services.

Key Council Meeting Outcomes June 25th 2025

Annual Plan adoption, Alcohol Bylaw, bird protection and cat management, wildlife reserves and more!

ANNUAL PLAN 2025/26

We’re pleased to share the final update on the Annual Plan for 2025/2026, which continues to reflect the priorities outlined in the Long-Term Plan 2024-2034

Local Elections are coming up!

​Local Elections time is swiftly approaching, and we encourage keen leaders to stand for Council!

NZTA LED street lighting upgrades starting soon

NZTA LED street light upgrades are starting 23rd June 2025. For more information click on the flyer link.

Upcoming Road Surface Repairs by Waka Kotahi

WHAT? Road surface repairs WHERE? SHI Beach Road and Ludstone Road Intersection WHEN? Monday 9th June 2025

Key Council Meeting Outcomes May 2025

Local waters done well decision, traffic & parking bylaw, road stopping & more!

Kaikōura Council sets direction for water services delivery

Elected members voted in favour of water services being delivered through the preferred structure of a joint Water Services Council Controlled Organisation (WSCCO) with Hurunui District Council.

New Processes for Inspection Bookings

Council's Building Department are implementing some changes to some of our processes around inspection bookings.