Rumours are rife amongst the North Canterbury population as key developments around the region continue to progress, attracting new businesses and franchises.

The 2018 North Canterbury Business Awards kicked off on May 2nd with a well-attended launch event held at Kingsford Kitchen in Rangiora.

North Canterbury electricity distributor and Enterprise North Canterbury Corporate Sponsor, MainPower, appointed Andy Lester as its new Chief Executive in November last year.

The opportunity to part-own an award-winning brewery and brand new brewpub is nearly up, with Eagle Brewing NZ’s crowdfunding campaign finishing on April 18th.

A small move has meant big changes for Rangiora surf, skate and streetwear retailer Propaganda Clothing.

The Mayor of Waimakariri, David Ayers, has announced his intention to retire at the end of the current Council term in October 2019.

The 2018 North Canterbury Business Awards will be officially launched on Wednesday, May 2nd with a relaxed and informative evening event.

Today at its March meeting, the Hurunui District Council deliberated on a new Easter Sunday Shop Trading Policy.

Rangiora’s premier music and food festival will be back for 2018 after a successful inaugural event last year.

A new business networking event in North Canterbury is bolstering the region’s networking offerings, which already includes over eight different business networking groups.