21 Aug 2025

Around the motu: David Hill in North Canterbury

From Nine To Noon, 10:45 am on 21 August 2025

David updates us on the latest in the local body election campaigns in the region, a proposed toll for the planned Woodend bypass hasn't gone down well with residents, and how have North Canterbury councils reacted to new emergency management reforms, which may lead to rates rises. 

The Waimakariri District Council deliberates on the 2023/24 annual plan on Tuesday morning.

Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon is seeking a third term and he has been challenged by councillor Paul Williams.  Photo: LDR / David Hill