Hurunui chief executive defends Amberley Beach climate modelling

Thursday 22 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 22 Oct, 12:00pm

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Hurunui District Council chief executive Hamish Dobbie has rejected claims from election candidates that the council is ignoring ministerial advice. The dispute follows allegations that the council's efforts to address climate change do not align with guidance provided by Climate Change Minister Simon Watts.

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1. The PressThu 22 Oct, 11:26am

   Hurunui council defends Amberley Beach climate modelling (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesThu 22 Oct, 12:00pm

   Council boss rejects claims climate advice was ignored (opens in new tab)