Merger talks: Christchurch mayor told to ‘put big pants on’

Home / New ZealandNZ Herald14 Jun, 2026 08:28 PM3 mins to readChristchurch Mayor Phil Mauger. Photo / RNZ, Nathan MckinnonChristchurch Mayor Phil Mauger. Photo / RNZ, Nathan MckinnonBy Jonathan Leask of RNZAn Ashburton councillor says Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger should “put his big pants on” and show his cards for amalgamation plans.

Ashburton councillors reduced eight amalgamation options down to five – none of which include Christchurch, at a district council meeting

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