Hurunui by-election results announced
Mary Holloway will be the Hurunui District’s newest councillor following a by-election for the West Ward.
Voting closed on Friday Aug 14 and Holloway came in top with 778 votes over Jeffrey Walker's 397.
The vacancy in the West Ward – which covers western Hurunui including Waikari, Culverden, Waiau and Hanmer Springs – was created when Cr Jason Fletcher resigned amid revelations he was investigated over a prank with a knife.
Holloway said she was “humbled and grateful” to be able to serve her community.
"I am North Canterbury born and bred and aware of the district’s rural and farming needs,” she said in a statement.
A by-election will now be held to replace the extraordinary vacancy on the Hanmer Springs Community Board created by Holloway’s new position.
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
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Ashley Christmas Carol Service - All Welcome
Time for our annual Christmas Carol Service.
7 pm Wednesday 24 December - that's Christmas Eve.
39 Canterbury St, in the Ashley Village - signposted from Scenic Route 72.
Our guest service leader, Paul Askin, and his band of talented musicians will take us through a programme of favourite carols and worship.
Supper to follow.
A koha/donation will be greatly appreciated. Funds raised go towards the maintenance and repairs of our heritage building.
Enquiries: Ph 027 289 1380
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