Spots on Kaiapoi River up for grabs as town's marine precinct nears completion
The river running through the centre of Kaipoi could soon be bustling with houseboats, floating restaurants and visitor accommodation.
A ballot will determine who gets to operate their business or live on the Kaiapoi River after the Kaiapoi-Tuahiwi Community Board approved a Marine Precinct Management Plan at its last meeting.
The plan will allow casual and long-term berths on the water as the North Canterbury town undergoes a post-earthquake makeover.
Poll: Do you set New Year’s resolutions?
🎉 2026 is almost here!
We’re curious ... how do you welcome it?
Do you set resolutions, follow special traditions, or just go with the flow?
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10.4% Yes! New Year, New Me
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19.9% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
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69.6% Nah - not for me
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
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Poll: Are you starting to feel a lift in business confidence across the Canterbury region?
The Press reports that Canterbury is right in the middle of a construction boom, with activity forecast to peak around 2027 and major investment flowing into transport, water and energy infrastructure.
We want to know: Are you starting to feel a lift in business confidence across the Canterbury region?
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43.6% Yes
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56.4% No
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