CouncilCall
Wednesday 21 May 2025
Winter What’s On Brochure out now
Our What’s on in Selwyn winter guide is out now and is packed with activities to brighten up the cooler months ahead. Whether you’re after inspiration, entertainment, or family fun, this guide has it all.
Renowned speaker Paul Wood will be delivering a powerful seminar, ‘Winning at Work and Life –Mastering Life’s Demands’ on Friday 13 June at Lincoln Event Centre. It promises to be an energising evening for anyone seeking to navigate life’s challenges with strength and clarity. Then, celebrate the magic of Matariki on 19 June with a free event for all the whānau. Enjoy stunning light displays, captivating kapa haka performances, live music, storytelling, and interactive activities. It’s a chance to reflect and celebrate the Māori New Year with light, culture, and connection.
Tender for Licence to Occupy
Tender is sought for a Licence to Occupy the below land for a term of five years. The land is approximately 1.8 hectares and situated on Homebush Road, Coalgate. The legal description of this land is Pt RES 1557 and a section of unformed legal road.
Tender is for pastoral or arable/grazing activities of the said land. This excludes cattle or pigs. The successful tenderer is responsible for the payment of rates on the land.
A copy of the Plan is viewable at selwyn.govt. nz/property-and-building/rental-properties. If you would like to submit a tender, please email property@selwyn.govt.nz to receive a tender pack or phone 0800 SELWYN (735 996) and ask for the leasing team.
Tenders close strictly at 5pm on Thursday 12 June and must be submitted on the appropriate form contained in the tender pack. Submissions made in the incorrect format will not be accepted.
Young Driver Course
Saturday 24 May, 9am-1.30pm, Airforce Museum, Wigram Bookings required at selwyn.govt.nz/events
Families can also look forward to Jump ‘n’ Juggle on 10 July, a high-energy indoor event bringing together circus skills and bouncy fun to shake off the winter chills.
Animal lovers won’t want to miss the Selwyn Pet Expo on 24 August—a fun and furry favourite which showcases pets, products, and demonstrations.
The guide also includes plenty of hands-on workshops for the creatively inclined. Try your hand at crafting a mosaic, weaving a cosy scarf, or learning embroidery. For lovers of lifelong learning, check out homebrewing basics, fly fishing essentials, or a drawing workshop.
Fitness fans are well looked after too, with our group fitness and recreation timetables all making a return for the season.
Grab your copy of the guide at Selwyn libraries, community and service centres, or read it online at selwyn.govt.nz/events
Water Race Closure Hearing and Deliberation
Council has received submissions to the proposed closure of three sections of the Paparua and Malvern water race network: 684 Telegraph Road, 987 Telegraph Road, and Highfield Road.
To hear submitters, a public hearing will be held on Tuesday 27 May, 4–6pm, 2 Norman Kirk Drive, Rolleston, and will be live streamed on the Council’s YouTube channel. Council deliberation will follow at a later date and will be advertised ahead of time.
Want to find out more? Attend a candidate information session.
Monday 26 May, 6.30-7.30pm, Lincoln Event Centre
Tuesday 3 June, 6.30-7.30pm, Doyleston Hall
Thursday 5 June, 6.30-7.30pm, Rolleston Council offices
Tuesday 10 June, 6.30-7.30pm, Darfield Library and Service Centre
Monday 30 June, 6.30-7.30pm, Online session
Find out more at selwyn.govt.nz/elections
Temporary Road Closure
Selwyn Marathon, Sunday 1 June. Meijer Drive (cul-de-sac) in Lincoln will be closed between 5.00am and 5.00pm for the purpose of the Selwyn Marathon.
Council and Community Board Meetings
Malvern Community Board
Monday 26 May, 3.30pm, West Melton Community Centre
Councillor Briefing
Wednesday 28 May, 9am, Council Chambers
Livestreamed on the Council’s website and YouTube channel.
Affected and Insanitary Buildings
Policy Review Consultation closes 5pm Friday 23 May.
Applications close 31 May. Apply now!
Lunchtimes Acoustic Student Sets
Saturday 24 May, 12-12.30pm
All Selwyn Libraries
Celebrate our local talent and support emerging artists. Drop-in.
Visit yoursay.selwyn.govt.nz or scan the QR code.
Trial an E-Bike
Saturday 31 May, 1-2.30pm Selwyn Sports Centre
If you’ve ever been interested in trying an e-bike, now is your chance! Bookings required at selwyn.govt.nz/events