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Welcome to Banks Peninsula Matters – your go-to platform for news, insights, and perspectives on issues affecting Akaroa, the Bays, and the wider Banks Peninsula community.
Banks Peninsula
Banks Peninsula is known for its remarkable sense of community, and this is precisely why any development project in the area is taken seriously. The residents deeply value their sense of belonging and inter-contentedness with one another, leading them to be actively engaged in shaping the future of their beloved locality.
Our goal is to highlight the concerns and priorities of Banks Peninsula, reflecting what matters most to local communities. We aim to showcase the rich resources and opportunities the peninsula offers to visitors and residents alike, while encouraging community involvement and supporting the wellbeing of both current and future generations.
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News and Updates
The Routledge Handbook of Regenerative Tourism
IntroductionCritical ReviewsTable of ContentsCritical ReviewsOrder Online Introduction The Routledge Handbook of Regenerative Tourism, Edited By Francesc Fusté-Forné, Asif Hussain. This timely and...
Okains Bay Waitangi Day commemorations at the Ōkains Bay Museum | A special free event
In 2026, Ōkains Bay Museum marks a remarkable milestone: the 50th anniversary of its Waitangi Day commemorations. For an event run entirely by volunteers, reaching half a century is an impressive...
Drummonds Wharf and Daly’s Wharf: From Working Harbours to Tourism Icons of Akaroa’s Waterfront
IntroductionOrigins: Wharves as Foundations of Akaroa’s DevelopmentDrummonds Jetty: A Modern Chapter in a Maritime TraditionTransformation During the Akaroa Wharf RebuildFrom Working Structures to...
Community Wellbeing: Free Counselling by Lesley Thomas at the Akaroa Heartlands
Community life is not only about celebration. It is also about care and support, especially in small towns where challenges are felt collectively. From next month, the Heartlands Centre in Akaroa...
Celebrating a Lifetime of Contribution at the Duvauchelle Show | Royal Agricultural Society Medal goes to Maryn Curry
One of the standout moments of the Duvauchelle Show was the presentation of a Royal Agricultural Society Medal to Maryn Curry, recognising her extraordinary contribution to the event over more than...
Call for Expressions of Interest: Akaroa and Lyttelton Design Review Panels
The Role of the Design Review PanelsWho Can ApplyWhy It MattersFurther Information Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū Banks Peninsula Community Board is seeking expressions of interest for members of the Akaroa...
Tikao Bay Jetty Repairs Underway This Summer
Tikao Bay jettyWhy the Jetty Needs RepairWhere the Work Will Take PlaceWhen the Works Are ScheduledJetty Closure and Access ImpactsWho to ContactWhy It Matters Tikao Bay jetty The Tikao Bay jetty is...
Duvauchelle A&P Show
Duvauchelle A&P Show: A Long Tradition of Community, Country and CelebrationEvery summer, the quiet village of Duvauchelle on Banks Peninsula comes alive for one of the region’s most enduring...
Akaroa Area School teacher Gary Brittenden retires after 17 years, highlighting the power of outdoor learning
A much-loved Akaroa Area School teacher, Gary Brittenden, has retired after 17 years, leaving behind a strong legacy of outdoor learning and community spirit. He stepped back from teaching with the...
Banks Peninsula Pony Club Summer Traditions at Pigeon Bay
Youth, horses and coastal landscapes came together in early December when the Banks Peninsula Pony Club held its annual mini show and Christmas camp at Pigeon Bay. The setting was historic Annandale...
Little River A&P Show
The Little River A&P Show: A Celebration of Rural Life on Banks PeninsulaEvery summer, the rural village of Little River on Banks Peninsula becomes the setting for one of Canterbury’s most...
Tours in Akaroa | Top History and Nature Tours in Akaroa
History, Wildlife and Coastal Magic — Top Tours in AkaroaA Guided Tours and Walk Through Time and Nature — The Seventh Generation Tours If you want to understand Akaroa from the ground up — its...
Akaroa French Festival
Akaroa French Festival: A Celebration of History, Culture and CommunityIf you love history, world flavours, vibrant markets and lively entertainment, the Akaroa French Festival should be on your...
Akaroa Main Wharf Rebuild Updates
Updates *Council is replacing the iconic Akaroa Main Wharf – originally built in 1887 – as it is nearing the end of its usable life. Read more here BackgroundAkaroa’s iconic waterfront is set for a...
Dr Hugh Wilson: Champion of New Zealand Rewilding
Dr Hugh Wilson: Champion of New Zealand RewildingDr Hugh Wilson is one of New Zealand’s most influential conservationists, known for his pioneering work in ecological restoration and rewilding. As...
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