Recreational walkers along Waikuku Beach were confronted by an unusual sight early on Tuesday morning - a well-known clam dredger high and dry on the beach.
The Waimakariri council boss was not amused to receive a belated request from Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger asking the district to help pay for the running costs of the city's new stadium.
Hurunui, Waimakariri and Kaikōura district councils plan to push ahead with their long term plans, despite facing significant changes in Government policy.