Susan Sandys

Police focus on intersections after crashes

The driver of this car was taken to hospital after being hit by a motorist who allegedly failed...

Police focus on intersections after vehicles overturn in two crashes

Police say they are paying extra attention to driver behaviour at Canterbury intersections after two crashes in which vehicles overturned.

Rolleston woman in running for Miss Pinup NZ title

Miss Chevy Chevelle, better known as Sharvelle Mackay in Rolleston, is a finalist in the Miss...

Miss Pinup New Zealand: Canterbury woman pinning hopes on style, glamour and talent to win title

A Rolleston woman is getting ready to compete for the title of Miss Pinup New Zealand.

Jet boat stolen while owner had tyre repaired

This jet boat was stolen from the side of the road. Photo: Supplied

Jet boat and trailer stolen from roadside after owner left to get tyre repaired

A home-made jet boat was stolen last week after the trailer it was being towed on had a tyre puncture at a Canterbury intersection and the owner left to repair it.

Cow disease strikes Lincoln Uni research farms

Lincoln University Dairy Farm cow have been found to have M. bovis after a positive milk...

Cow disease strikes Lincoln Uni research farms

Crippling cow disease Mycoplasma bovis has been found on Lincoln University research farms.

Former mushroom plant targeted by vandals

Police are increasing patrols at the former Meadow Mushrooms factory on Springs Rd, Prebbleton,...

Former mushroom plant targeted by vandals

Police are increasing patrols at the former Meadow Mushrooms processing plant at Prebbleton following vandalism.

Another challenge for prize-winning pooch

Vikki Smith is keeping Mort at home and away from other dogs as he recovers from a case of...

Kennel cough?: Another challenge for prize-winning Canterbury pooch

Mort the prize-winning Canterbury pooch has met another obstacle in life - and it is not on the agility course.

Boozed driver retrieves car then crashes into ditch

Two tree stumps prevented this car from overturning into a water race. Police say the driver...

Boozed driver retrieves car then crashes into ditch

A young Rolleston motorist caught drink driving and immediately suspended for 28 days returned later in a taxi to get his car back - and ended up crashing it.

More cases of legionnaires' disease in Canterbury

Wearing gloves while handling compost is one of the safety measures you can take to avoid getting...

More cases of legionnaires’ disease spring up in Canterbury

Health authorities are repeating their warnings about staying safe while gardening as cases of legionnaires’ disease continue into summer.

Beloved guide dog forced into early retirement

Morgan Jones and Jessie J are looking forward to what may be their last Christmas together. Photo...

Beloved guide dog forced into early retirement

As far as guide dogs go, Jessie J had a few issues from the start.

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