Government's social housing blunder called out
The government made an error in its announcement of social housing development in Christchurch, confusing Lyttelton with Lyttelton St.
Kees Chalmers
MP calls out Government's social housing blunder
MP calls out Government's social housing blunder
The Government made an error in its announcement of social housing development in Christchurch, confusing Lyttelton with Lyttelton St.
Jetty fundraiser reaches its goal
'A substantial amount of money': Jetty fundraiser reaches its goal
All 787 planks on the restored Governors Bay jetty have now been sponsored, marking the end of an eight-year fundraising campaign.
Family’s farm legacy draws to a close
Family’s tomato farm legacy draws to a close
It is the end of an era for the Shields family, who have lived on a Christchurch tomato farm for more than 100 years.
Family’s farm legacy draws to a close
Christchurch family’s farm legacy draws to a close
It is the end of an era for the Shields family, who have lived on a Christchurch tomato farm for more than 100 years.
Sailing club fed up after yet another break in
Sailing club fed up after yet another break in
Are Naval Point’s burglars getting off scot-free? That is the question posed by the Lyttelton yacht club's chairwoman after it suffered its fifth break this year.
Tree falls on Christchurch school bus
Tree falls on Christchurch school bus
A large tree fell on a Christchurch Metro bus this afternoon, just before it was about to pick up school children.
Tree topples onto bus
'Very lucky no children were onboard': Tree falls on Christchurch bus
A large tree fell on a Christchurch Metro bus this afternoon, just before it was about to pick up school children.
Wastewater scheme the focus for Fields’ second term
Wastewater scheme the focus for Fields’ second term
Tyrone Fields is determined to see progress on the contentious Akaroa wastewater scheme in his second term as Banks Peninsula Ward city councillor.
From punting to politics
From punting to politics
Nathaniel Herz Jardine has finished up working as a part time punter on the Avon River - and started his new career as a Christchurch city councillor.
Art auction banner mystery
Art auction banner mystery: Woman comes forward to help police with investigation
The woman police say may be able to help with the investigation into the theft and willful damage of a Christchurch art auction's banners has come forward.
GP's powerful message with every push-up
GP's powerful message with every push-up
Canterbury doctor Howard Wilson has been raising awareness for prostate cancer, one push-up at a time.
Tough times ahead for heritage park
Tough times ahead for Ferrymead Heritage Park
Christchurch's Ferrymead Heritage Park is in financial trouble and is looking at cost-cutting and possible job losses.
Body found near Scarborough
Police investigation under way after body found on Chch coast
A police investigation has been launched after a body was found near Scarborough on Thursday. However, police say it is not believed to be missing Christchurch teenager Marley.
Donations promised for speed camera initiative
Donations promised for speed camera initiative
Two people have each pledged $500 towards a portable speed camera to deter boy racers on Banks Peninsula.
Stolen school bell offered to scrap metal yard
'It's an iconic piece of our identity': Stolen school bell offered to scrap metal yard
A Christchurch school community is devastated after their historic bell was stolen and an attempt was made to sell it to a scrap metal yard.
Community action after boy racers ruin lawn
Community action after boy racers ruin lawn
A late-night joy ride has resulted in significant damage to a grassed area in Lyttelton.
Runner becomes youngest woman to conquer Naseby race
Runner becomes youngest woman to conquer Naseby race
Christchurch runner Charli Watts, 21, has become the only woman aged under 30 to complete the 322km Naseby 200 Miler.
Young trail runner makes her mark
Young trail runner conquers 322km adventure race
Christchurch runner Charli Watts, 21, has become the only woman aged under 30 to complete the 322km Naseby 200 Miler.
Sheep dies after being caught in scrap wire
'Heartbreaking': Sheep dies after being caught in scrap wire
A piece of scrap wire on the beach in Christchurch has led to the death of a sheep with two lambs.