2023 issues of our council newsletter Council Call

    2023 January 18 [PDF - 403.9 KB]
    Lots of summer still to come in Selwyn; Have your say on Castle Hill Village Reserves; Sustainability Expo coming to Selwyn; New opportunities help migrant and community groups connect in Selwyn; Park safely at Foster Park

    2023 January 25 [PDF - 334.1 KB]
    Look out for learners on the move; More EV charging stations on the way for Selwyn; Funding helps bring Selwyn’s historical collections online; Summer water restrictions in Hororātā; Seasonal building tips: septic tank maintenance

    2023 February 1 [PDF - 375.2 KB]
    Musical 'Month of Sundays' hitting the stage; New members sought for Selwyn Emergency Support Team; Rates reminder; Driver Mentor programme celebrates students’ success

    2023 February 8 [PDF - 412.7 KB]
    Census 2023 — make sure you count; Road projects to help safe school access; Water wisely this summer; Duck, dip, dive — dodgeball; New access as work continues to Rolleston Town Centre; Kerbside recycling facility open day

    2023 February 15 [PDF - 1.3 MB]
    Smart fire sensors on the way for McHughs Forest Park; Fire education sessions heating up this summer; New guide to help explore the best of Selwyn; Businesses asked how they're doing; Crowds turn out for Summer in Selwyn

    2023 February 22 [PDF - 289.8 KB]
    Pacific Islands councils visit Selwyn; Picnic to open celebrations with pride; Have your say on Castle Hill Village Reserves; Is your dog’s microchip recorded with the Council?; Celebration of coming together for new citizens

    2023 March 1 [PDF - 251.5 KB]
    Have your say on Greater Christchurch growth and Transport, Help for business and workers to Learn Earn and Grow, Selwyn 'adopts' Gisborne to help with cyclone recovery, How are you finding using Council facilities?

    2023 March 8 [PDF - 438.0 KB]
    Awards back to celebrate Selwyn success; Stop and give way: save your life; Selwyn Sounds collects for Giving for Gisborne; Help shape the future of Greater Christchurch; Community facilities customer experience survey

    2023 March 15 [PDF - 505.9 KB]
    Uniting over dinner; Funds helping Darfield young people achieve; Helping Selwyn residents Learn, Earn and Grow; STOP why risk everything; Perymans Road sealing consultation

    2023 March 22 [PDF - 310.5 KB]
    ReDiscover: rethinking waste; A great opportunity at Selwyn Job Fair; Still time to have your say on Greater Christchurch growth and transport; A kai table to bring communities together

    2023 March 29 [PDF - 388.3 KB]
    It’s time to have the prep talk; Bringing the community to dinner; Council staff member earns Prime Minister’s Award; Finding a place as Kiwi; Council Easter opening hours

    2023 April 5 [PDF - 1.4 MB]
    Council plans for the year out now; Teaching cycle safety for life; Seasonal building maintenance; CultureFest expressions of interest open now; ReDiscovering a new way with waste

    2023 April 12 [PDF - 239.7 KB]
    Anzac Day services; Businesses and community come together to give for Gisborne; Community Recycling Days return; Help keep our drains flowing; Lots still on for April school holidays

    2023 April 19 [PDF - 277.5 KB]
    Selwyn Sports Centre celebrating; Huge emergency response effort recognised; Keep driving safer for longer; New look Darfield pool for summer; Celebrate success in Selwyn with the Selwyn Awards

    2023 April 26 [PDF - 295.5 KB]
    Taste a feast of Selwyn’s finest food; Gala charity auction on the way; Town centre gets green space upgrade; Selwyn to hum with music for New Zealand Music Month; Variety Dance Club at Selwyn Sports Centre

    2023 May 3 [PDF - 448.9 KB]
    Selwyn leads the way in getting fire smart; Selwyn residents share thoughts on growth; Have your say on extending Dog Club training hours at Foster Dog Park; Selwyn has its say on plan for the year; Four weeks for free fitness and aqua classes

    2023 May 10 [PDF - 515.6 KB]
    Selwyn lights up to celebrate coronation; District plan review reaches a key milestone; Supporting community groups to gain new skills; Is your home ready for winter?

    2023 May 17 [PDF - 407.1 KB]
    Hilary Barry to host spectacular night; New Chief Executive Appointed; International visitors served slice of Selwyn; Changes to building consent applications; Are you and your family prepared for an emergency?

    2023 May 24 [PDF - 1011.8 KB]
    Giving for Gisborne glow fundraiser; New hub to help Selwyn youth thrive; Kakaha Park tree planting; Swell Seniors' Lifestyle Expo; Help your community in an emergency

    2023 May 31 [PDF - 414.1 KB]
    Lots on to enjoy this winter; Community fund helps residents living through grief; Be safe on Selwyn roads this winter; Selwyn economy still leading the country; Care of Selwyn reserves gets greener

    2023 June 7 [PDF - 401.1 KB]
    Tickets on sale Selwyn Awards; Old mill gets new lease of life with heritage fund; Getting a great taste of Selwyn; Are you ready?; Hit the track and help your learner; Celebrate with fun in new Prebbleton park

    2023 June 14 [PDF - 454.6 KB]
    Help us find the family of Margaret McNeally; Bringing the magic to school holidays; Work going well to preserve rare native species; Plan to transform drains to streams takes next step; Disposing of hot ashes safely

    2023 June 21 [PDF - 637.1 KB]
    Selwyn Aquatic Centre turns 10; It's time to register your dog; Youth Hub July holiday activities; Future-proofing Greater Christchurch: Spatial Plan consultation opens; Celebrating National Volunteer Week; Are you ready for an emergency?

    2023 June 28 [PDF - 451.8 KB]
    Mānawatia a Matariki! Celebrating to the stars; Dog registration starts Saturday; Crowds celebrate Youth Hub opening; Fund marks milestone in making a difference in Darfield; A place to settle for new Kiwi; Become a Civil Defence volunteer

    2023 July 5 [PDF - 417.2 KB]
    Council confirms plan for the year; Reflections on a decade of leadership; Matariki - growing our kai and community; Dog registration: Selwyn’s top dog breeds; Single-use plastics banned; Selwyn Heritage Fund closing soon; Dispose of hot ash safely

    2023 July 12 [PDF - 411.6 KB]
    Faces of Selwyn returns to celebrate different cultures; Business After Five — Getting to grips with AI; Council hours Matariki 2023; Dog registration month — Selwyn’s top dog names; Vote for your favourite in the Selwyn Awards

    2023 July 19 [PDF - 526.0 KB]
    Selwyn Awards People’s Choice voting open; Stay safe at Kidman Street and Rolleston Drive intersection; Making the most of spectacular Selwyn winters; Have your say on Draft Spatial Plan; Reminder to register your dog; CultureFest volunteers wanted

    2023 July 26 [PDF - 2.3 MB]
    The world calling Selwyn home; Checking in on how businesses are doing; Preparations begin for new Ellesmere pipeline; Grab a bargain at the Selwyn Libraries’ big book sale; Dog registration month ends 31 July; Recreation Guide out now!

    2023 August 2 [PDF - 562.8 KB]
    Nau mai haere mai to our new Council Chief Executive, Sharon Mason; Council accepting late dog registrations; Scholarships to help rangitahi thrive in study; Transalpine tunnel celebrates 100 years; Clean up continues after heavy rain

    2023 August 9 [PDF - 328.6 KB]
    Selwyn Awards celebrate local heroes; CultureFest set to serve up a fun family day out; Mayor Sam leading for Selwyn on national stage; Leading Learners dynamic driving course for teens; International kai meets Kiwi celebrations

    2023 August 16 [PDF - 321.5 KB]
    CultureFest back for another exciting event; Sports facilities drawing crowds; Rates accounts and payment options; How do I apply for a rates rebate?; Global opportunity in Selwyn

    2023 August 23 [PDF - 1.5 MB]
    New landmark announced for Rolleston Town Centre; Council notifies decisions on Proposed District Plan; Slower speeds save lives; Computer game to give people taste of being mayor

    2023 August 30 [PDF - 693.6 KB]
    Spring into a range of Selwyn activities and events this season; Selwyn leads in employment; Students encouraged to apply for Tertiary Scholarships; Enjoy the perfect ski trip; Selwyn volunteers gain national attention

    2023 September 6.pdf [PDF - 599.9 KB]
    A festival of the world in Selwyn this month; find out more about proposed new Emergency Management Bill; Welcoming Week 2023 on now; faces of Selwyn relives traditions; catch up with Mayor Sam Broughton; Proposed District Plan appeal period extended

    2023 September 13 [PDF - 1.1 MB]
    Impact Tomorrow Today; Selwyn series From the People launched; Business conditions looking positive in Selwyn; Thrilling tales of mysterious events; Council shares priorities for incoming government; CultureFest events on now

    2023 September 20 [PDF - 723.6 KB]
    Impact Tomorrow Today - Help shape our next Long-Term Plan; Spectacular school holidays in Selwyn; SWELL Seniors' Lifestyle Expo returns; Motorcycle Awareness Month; Celebrating Faces of Selwyn 2023

    2023 September 27 [PDF - 479.4 KB]
    Represent your community in Malvern; Bringing services to the heart of rural communities; Impact tomorrow today - Help shape our next Long-Term Plan; Celebrate and connect at SWELL

    2023 October 4 [PDF - 694.7 KB]
    Voting made easy in Selwyn; Youth Council — Be the Change; Just like home in the Himalayas; Helping newborns and ageing well; Proposed District Plan hearing decisions appeals period closing

    2023 October 11 [PDF - 383.4 KB]
    Be a voice for Malvern; New District Plan takes next steps; Major upgrade confirmed for Waimakariri Gorge Bridge; Make a splash on the new hydro slide at Darfield Pool this summer; Swell Seniors' Lifestyle Expo

    2023 October 18 [PDF - 389.6 KB]
    Let’s talk about safer speeds around Selwyn; Te Ara Ātea unveils new heritage exhibition; Community recycling days coming up; Be a voice for Malvern!; Discover the SWELL Series

    2023 October 25 [PDF - 425.4 KB]
    Malvern Community Board by-election candidates confirmed; Spoiled for choice at SWELL Expo; Changing mindsets, behaviours, and reducing waste at CultureFest; Selwyn Community Fund now open for applications

    2023 November 1 [PDF - 317.8 KB]
    Sustainable community the vision for future; Don’t run dry this summer; Selwyn welcomes new citizens; Meet us in the Country for Selwyn’s Garden Open Days; Malvern Principals building Sister Schools relationships in China

    2023 November 8 [PDF - 305.0 KB]
    At Home Exhibition at Te Ara Ātea; Yubetsu Gifts on display at Darfield Library; Slow down and buckle up message behind regional road safety collaboration; Take a Mo-ment for Men’s Health

    2023 November 15 [PDF - 917.0 KB]
    Exploring biodiversity at Ahuriri Lagoon; Making turning safer at the SH1, Dunns community safer. Crossing and Walkers Road intersection; Overcoming barriers to help create safer roads; Darfield Business at 5pm

    2023 November 21 [PDF - 604.0 KB]
    Help protect and grow our natural heritage; Get ready for summer and find out ‘What’s on in Selwyn’; Ellesmere Community Recycling Day; Croquet grounds coming to Broadfield Reserve

    2023 November 29 [PDF - 1.2 MB]
    Business Leaders partner for future; Join us and share your views on Selwyn’s economic future; Gift local this Christmas; Celebrating 20 Years of Friendship with Yubetsu; Step up this summer and get home safe

    2023 December 6 [PDF - 754.0 KB]
    Kick off your Summer in Selwyn with a Season of Fun Events and Activities; Biodiversity Consultation Drop in Sessions Next Week; Resilient Economy Shows Impressive Growth; Latest updates to District Rule Book; Selwyn Welcomes 129 New Citizens

    2023 December 13 [PDF - 376.3 KB]
    Celebrating our Community Emergency Volunteers; Speed Management Plan; Camping Adventures in Selwyn this Summer; Find out how we can Protect our unique Biodiversity; Last chance to vote for Malvern; Council Services and Facilities Holiday Hours

    2023 December 20 [PDF - 377.5 KB]
    Merry Christmas from Mayor Sam; Teddy Bears' Picnic back for a Fun-Filled and Eco-Conscious Summer Event; Keeping Dogs Safe this Summer; Discover one of Selwyn’s Hidden Gems by the Water