News

Community invited to help shape what's next for Selwyn

Selwyn residents are being asked to weigh up three options for the district's future as local government reform gathers pace across New Zealand.

Venue Spotlight: Broadfield Community Centre

With its rich history, timeless character and strong community connections, Broadfield Community Centre is one of Selwyn’s hidden gems.

Council wins top national innovation award for rubber road

The Council has won a national innovation award for the country's first rubber road

New recyclable dog tags available from 13 July

Selwyn District Council is updating dog tags across the district and moving to a recyclable plastic strip tag from13 July.

Council Facilities and Services Matariki 2026 Opening Hours

Here is a summary of Selwyn District Council services and opening hours for Matariki – Friday 10 July.

Selwyn District Council appoints Chief Executive

Selwyn District Council has announced the appointment of Steve Gibling as its permanent Chief Executive.Steve officially begins in his role today. He has been acting in the role since January, providing continuity and stability during a significant period for the organisation as it works through government reform, the Annual Plan, and several key community issues.

Selwyn reduces rates rise to 4.5% in Annual Plan

Selwyn District councillors have adopted the district’s Annual Plan on 30 June, confirming priorities, projects and investment across Waikirikiri Selwyn, including an average weighted rates increase of around 4.5 percent.

Selwyn survey results guide next steps in Head Start discussions

Small band of volunteers proud of colossal Boat Creek restoration

Proud to be Me is a regular series of profiles with ordinary and extraordinary people in the Selwyn District doing remarkable things. This is week is National Volunteer Week, and Coen Lammers speaks to Hamish Jones, the driving force behind the award-winning Boat Creek Restoration Project.