The Country
Farmers question ‘fairness’ of 230-home Amberley subdivision
'Once the land is covered in houses, it can’t become productive again.'
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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Education changes: Area schools ‘copping it from all directions’
North Canterbury area schools (Years 1 to 13) say they're struggling to keep up.
Farming leader concerned over land and water changes
Changes include take & use of water, wetland construction & agricultural intensification.
'Common sense': Rules on creating wetlands to be relaxed
Relaxing rules around developing wetlands is “common sense”.
Health workers needed in rural Canterbury
'If we can grow our own people, that is the best solution.'
'Delicate balance': School explores options for on-site farm
The farm animals are staying, but the use of the land is being extended.
Flyovers show most Waimakariri farms following winter grazing rules
Environment Canterbury has seen some positive results from its winter grazing flyovers.
'They will all be treated humanely': School tackles feral cats
Rangiora New Life School is calling in the professionals to trap some cats.
'Population explosion’: Bylaw sought to tackle feral cat epidemic
"People are just dumping cats and leaving them."
Rural RAPID numbering can save lives
Incorrect numbering makes it harder for emergency services to locate properties.
Waimakariri winter grazing flyover finds farmers on the right track
ECan's winter grazing flyover trial in the Waimakariri district was declared a success.
Waimakariri residents want action on flooding
Climate change will continue to have an impact on North Canterbury - council.