Public Notices

URGENT ROAD CLOSURES – Hazard Substances Incident #5 24-11-2023 - Fairlie

On Monday 20th November a fire in the early hours caused extensive damage to a property on the corner of Riddle Street and Talbot St in Fairlie. We now know that the property contains asbestos which was also damaged in the fire. High winds yesterday stirred up the residue from the fire and disturbed the asbestos. Because of this potential severe risk to the public, we closed an area based on Riddle Street.

24 November

URGENT ROAD CLOSURES – Hazard Substances Incident #4 24-11-2023 - Fairlie

We appreciate that the potential hazardous substance incident that we are dealing with in central Fairlie may be raising some concerns.

24 November

URGENT ROAD CLOSURES – Hazard Substances Incident #3 24-11-2023 - Fairlie

On Monday 20th November a fire in the early hours caused extensive damage to a property on the corner of Riddle Street and Talbot St in Fairlie. We now know that the property contains asbestos which was also damaged in the fire. High winds yesterday stirred up the residue from the fire and disturbed the asbestos. Because of this potential severe risk to the public, we closed an area based on Riddle Street.

23 November

URGENT ROAD CLOSURES – Hazard Substances Incident #2 23-11-2023 - Fairlie

On Monday 20th November a fire in the early hours caused extensive damage to a property on the corner of Riddle Street and Talbot St in Fairlie. We now know that the property contains asbestos which was also damaged in the fire. Following expert advice, we have formulated a plan for the next 24 hours.

23 November

URGENT ROAD CLOSURES – Hazard Substances Incident #1 23-11-2023 - Fairlie

On Monday 20th November a fire in the early hours caused extensive damage to a property on the corner of Riddle Street and Talbot St in Fairlie. We now know that the property contains asbestos which was also damaged in the fire. Asbestos is a proven human carcinogen, and all forms of asbestos can cause cancer.

10 November

News & Information from Mackenzie District Council - Mid-November 2023

The Mid-November newsletter is out now, covering local area notices and upcoming activities within the Mackenzie District.

9 November

Mackenzie Messenger - November 2023

The Mackenzie Messenger communicates Council's activities to the wider Mackenzie District.

3 November

Man Made Hill Closure - Ostler Road access

Work will be starting shortly at the Ostler Road access to Man Made Hill to create a car parking area.

3 November

Proposed Plan Change 23, 24, 25, 26 and 27

Pursuant to Clause 5 of the First Schedule of the Resource Management Act 1991, the Mackenzie District Council (the Council) gives public notice of proposed Plan Changes 23 to 27 to the Mackenzie District Plan.

1 November

Long Term Plan Pre-Engagement 2023

We are working on our next Long Term Plan and we would like to know what you think about some of the big issues that Council are considering.

30 October

News & Information from Mackenzie District Council - November 2023

The November newsletter is out now, covering local area notices and upcoming activities within the Mackenzie District.

17 October

Construction on the next length of the Central South Trail starts soon

The next section of the Central South Trail will be built between Tekapo and Edward Stream to the south. The project is due to start this month (October) and will take approximately 6 weeks.

17 October

Mackenzie District Summer pool reopenings

Mackenzie District swimming pools are back in action for the 2023/2024 season.

17 October

News & Information from Mackenzie District Council - Mid-October 2023

The Mid-October newsletter is out now, covering local area notices and upcoming activities within the Mackenzie District.

16 October

Joint Local Alcohol Policy

The Mackenzie, Timaru and Waimate District Councils have opened consultation on the Joint Local Alcohol Policy. We want your thoughts on the draft policy, by 5pm Monday 30 October.

13 October

2023 Community Board Grants

The three community boards in the Mackenzie District have grant funding to encourage and support not-for-profit organisations with a positive impact on the community. They can help local organisations pay for specific projects, events, or the maintenance of facilities that benefit the community.

13 October

Man Made Hill Mountain Bike Trail Opening - Postponed

The Twizel Mountain Bike Club has been working with Mackenzie District Council, RideLine and Graded Earth to develop a bespoke mountain bike track on Man Made Hill.

5 October

Bruce Scott Memorial Prize 2023

Applications for the Bruce Scott Memorial Prize are now open.

5 October

Valuation Rolls

The Valuation Rolls for Mackenzie District Council have been revised by Quotable Value Limited (as the Council’s valuation service provider).

4 October

Twizel Ring Main Project starts

Council contractors will shortly begin a project to replace the Mackenzie Drive ring mains. There are two ring mains here – one on each side of the road, and we are replacing both.

3 October

Speed Management Plan 2023

We want to know what you think about safer speed limits in our district.

3 October

Draft Responsible Freedom Camping Bylaw

Council is making a new bylaw under the Freedom Camping Act 2011. The new bylaw will be called the Responsible Freedom Camping Bylaw 2023.

3 October

News & Information from Mackenzie District Council - October 2023

The October newsletter is out now, covering local area notices and upcoming activities within the Mackenzie District.

21 September

Strong winds on highways near Twizel

Waka Kotahi is advising people to take extreme care and consider delaying their journey through exposed inland areas of South Canterbury over week, especially if they are driving high-sided vehicles like campervans, towing a boat or caravan or riding motorbikes.