Canterbury photographer sharpening her focus
The subtle sign of a fidgeting bird about to poop is all Canterbury photographer Robyn Young needs to sharpen her focus to capture any movement in the brief seconds that follow.
John Cosgrove
Secret ingredient to the perfect curry sausage
Secret ingredient to the perfect curry sausage
A little touch of a special ingredient and a Canterbury New World's curry beef sausage went from just okay to a gold medal winner.
Equestrian passion fuels A&P show runner
Equestrian passion fuels A&P show runner
A lifelong passion for equestrian led Rachael Robinson to take over the reins of the 152nd Rangiora Show this weekend.
Footpath takes shape along SH1
Footpath takes shape along SH1
Contractors have started working on the new pedestrian pathway alongside SH1 in North Canterbury.
New home for croquet in Kaiapoi
New home for croquet in Kaiapoi
The rain didn’t dampen the spirits of guests when the Kaiapoi Croquet Club officially opened its new club rooms and also celebrated its 120th birthday.
Son takes 'trip down memory lane' at regatta
Son takes 'trip down memory lane' at regatta with dad's old yacht club badge
Andrew Wilson was surprised to find his father's Christchurch Yacht Club membership badge still worked at one of the club's radio-controlled sailing regattas this week.
Peaches named best in show
Peaches whippets the floor with her competitors at NZ dog show
A four-year-old female whippet named Peaches claimed the top title at the national dog show in Canterbury, handing her owners their second title in two years.
Mad dash to marry couple
Couple mark 60 years since mad dash to get married
Just over 60 years ago, the happy couple and their guests were waiting in the chapel when a replacement minister finally dashed in with just minutes to spare, still clad in his hockey uniform.
National dog show under way in Rangiora
Almost 1000 canines descend on Rangiora to find NZ's top dogs
Hundreds of canines are pounding the floor at Rangiora's MainPower Stadium for the national dog show from September 25-28.
Councillor reports death threats to police
Councillor reports death threats to police
A Waimakariri district councillor has gone to the police after receiving multiple death threats in the lead-up to the local government elections.
The engine that can be heard all over Rangiora
'People smile when they see us': The fire-breathing engine that can be heard across Rangiora
A trip out to a local restaurant in Canterbury is not a big deal, unless your mode of transport is a fire-breathing, smoke-belching 100-year-old traction engine.
Health scare leads to exciting new business
Health scare leads to exciting new business
Three years ago, Canterbury pastry chef Eloise Adorian finally discovered what was making her sick all the time. And it gave her a business idea.
Colin strikes a pose for Canterbury photographer
Colin strikes a pose for Canterbury photographer
Kiwi Olympian Dame Lisa Carrington’s much-loved cavoodle, Colin, might not strike you as a poster boy - but he is fast becoming a celebrity in his own right thanks to a Canterbury master pet photographer.
Meet the new Roadhouse café owners
Meet the new owners of the Roadhouse café
Canterbury's Parnassus Roadhouse café has new owners - and they are eager to build on its growing reputation as a great spot to stop on SH1 for a cup of tea and a break.
School pupils turn their life stories into art
School pupils turn their life stories into art
Being able to express yourself by highlighting your life, culture, and passions was a fun and interesting exercise for hundreds of Canterbury primary school pupils.
Lucy takes charge
Lucy takes charge of Canterbury fire station
Lucy Turnbull has become the first female station officer at the Amberley fire brigade.
Bakers earn national recognition
Smoked brisket and cheese: Bakers earn national recognition
North Canterbury gastronomy was recognised in New Zealand, with several bakers and butchers earning national recognition.
Where has Lobby the crayfish gone?
Where has 'Lobby' the giant crayfish gone?
The iconic orange crayfish on Kaikōura's Lobster Inn has endured gales, storms and a huge quake. Now the giant statue is in Christchurch getting some much-needed repairs.
Polar plunge a hot activity
Polar plunge a hot activity
The Waikuku Beach Surf Lifesaving Club's legendary winter dip attracted people of all ages this year.
'We had no idea how popular it would become'
'We had no idea how popular it would become'
A mountain of butter is on its way to a Canterbury school after its most successful fundraising venture ever.