15/02/2026
Woowee- we totally lucked out with the weather on Saturday!
Thank yous to everyone who came to the Valentines Night Market. The music by Zonnis was fabulous, the weather was good, the food was yummy, and the drinks really hit the spot.
Wanna thank some more vendors who kindly set up shop with us: Janine Slagter and Brent set up their spit roast for some darn good kiwi bbq.
Travis Leippi Klip Spices sold a variety of spices and rubs, including a ‘No Bagel’ topping. Highly recommend!
Forest Infusions partnered with The Grand Hotel & Bar Akaroa for a delicious gin cocktail. Again, highly recommend.
The Common - Cafe & Garden Bar - Akaroa- served up a treat with their Salmon Larb. I can tell you this is what I normally order when there, so if you see me there, make sure you save me some. 😏
More thank yous to come!
⚠️🌊🌊WOW - you don't see this every day! Our deepening low is set to bring significant swells and waves over the next 24 hours. Waves up to 7m off the east coast of Banks Peninsula and Kaikoura Coast!
➡️Avoid all maritime activities. Earlier rain information posted below.
📈💧NEW AREAS IN WARNING. DEVELOPING – 6:00AM UPDATE
The Canterbury Weather Updates heavy rain warning has now been extended south to the Rakaia River.
💧The most significant rainfall is expected about Banks Peninsula and eastern parts of North Canterbury. However, all areas between the Rakaia River and Kaikōura should prepare for heavy rain at times over the coming days.
🔎💧Rainfall totals may approach 200mm about Banks Peninsula, with over 150mm possible across parts of North Canterbury, particularly the Kaikōura District.
💧Heavy falls are also likely in populated centres, including Christchurch and Rolleston, with higher intensity rain expected from this evening.
💨A strong wind warning remains in place for coastal areas between Banks Peninsula and Kaikōura.
⚠️Please stay up to date via our town pages and Canterbury Weather Updates warnings. Localised flooding, slips, and travel disruptions are possible in the hardest-hit areas.
