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Council briefed on ocean outfall alternative for Akaroa wastewater scheme
Christchurch City Council might, next year, reconsult and reconsider ocean outfall as a potential alternative to land irrigation for its future Akaroa and Duvauchelle wastewater treatment scheme.
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Council briefed on ocean outfall alternative for Akaroa wastewater scheme
1 Jul 2025Christchurch City Council might, next year, reconsult and reconsider ocean outfall as a potential alternative to land irrigation for its future Akaroa and Duvauchelle wastewater treatment scheme.
Borehole drilling starts at Lighthouse Road site
Investigations are continuing to understand potential remediation options for land instability affecting Lighthouse Road and surrounding area in Akaroa.
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Council to consider report on reducing tsunami siren network
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Paws for thought and register your pooch
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Dogs |
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Peace Train steaming along a new route
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Spinning a yarn and crafting connection
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Council to proceed with resource consents for Akaroa wastewater treatment scheme
Christchurch City Council is proceeding with its current resource consent application to establish and operate an Akaroa wastewater treatment scheme that irrigates to land.
Art & creativity, Libraries |
21 May 2025
