Susan Sandys

'Stunning' result in fatal child disease research

Dr Nadia Mitchell (left) and post doctoral fellow Dr Samantha Murray examine a brain cross...

Lincoln team's 'stunning' result in fatal child disease research

A ground-breaking therapy is on the horizon for a lethal childhood disease after a research group at Lincoln University achieved stunning results in sheep.

Landmark day for first pupils at new school in Rolleston

Te Rohuto Whio School principal Kate Morgan guides the first pupil Sophia Rollo, 8, through the...

Landmark day for first pupils at new school in Rolleston

The start of term was a special time for about 100 children in east Rolleston who became the first ever pupils at a completely new school.

Residents frustrated with road works

Having Shands Rd one-way is creating congestion in Prebbleton. Photo: Star Media

Residents frustrated with road works

The ongoing road works on Shands Rd are forcing more vehicles through Prebbleton, causing frustration for residents.

Residential property values skyrocket

Residential property values skyrocket across Selwyn

The value of residential housing and land in the Selwyn district increased substantially in the three years to September 1 last year.

Ants on the march

'Rolleston is being hammered': Ants on the march in Canterbury

Pest controllers in Selwyn say ants are a growing problem in the district.

Canterbury firefighter makes sweet proposal

The spark of romance between Luke Bain and Holly Pierce ignited when they realised they were both firefighters.

Fitness key to life in the fast lane for young motorcycle rider

Samuel Guthrie races his way to the Grand Prix title on his Kawasaki Ninja 250. Photo: Supplied

Fitness key to life in the fast lane for young motorcycle rider

Canterbury rider Samuel Guthrie is encouraging other youngsters to take up motorcycle racing as he prepares for his first Supersport 300 season at the NZ Superbike Championship.

Tragic dog death prompts warning over river algae

A Canterbury family is urging dog owners to watch out for signs of dangerous algae in the region's rivers after they lost their beloved chocolate labrador.

Dog death prompts warning over river algae

Tragic dog death prompts warning over Canterbury river algae

A Canterbury family is urging dog owners to watch out for signs of dangerous algae in the region's rivers after they lost their beloved chocolate labrador.

Super school in Rolleston unknown territory

Is the super school in Rolleston a good idea?

Parent and educator Kylie Horgan fears the Ministry of Education has made the wrong decision in pushing ahead with plans for a super school at Rolleston.

Thousands of potholes fixed

Thousands of potholes fixed, roads sealed, big projects finished

Almost 4000 potholes were fixed on roads across the Selwyn district in the last financial year.

Driveway obstacles damage fire truck

Some of the damage to the Lincoln fire truck. Photo: Supplied

Driveway obstacles damage fire truck

Canterbury residents are being urged to ensure their driveways are free of overhanging trees and other obstacles after a fire truck was damaged on a call out.

'Cruelty': Youth confronted over harming live eel

Tame eels gather to be fed at the LII River. Photo: Supplied

'Cruelty': Youth confronted over harming live eel at Canterbury stream

A Lincoln resident was shocked to witness a teenager jumping on a live eel on the ground at the Liffey Stream.

'Cruelty': Youth confronted over harming live eel

'Cruelty': Youth confronted over harming live eel at Canterbury stream

A Lincoln resident was shocked to witness a teenager jumping on a live eel on the ground at the Liffey Stream.

Best salmon season in a decade

Simon McMillan caught an 8.95kg fish on the Rakaia River, his biggest salmon since 2013. Photo:...

Whopper salmon caught on Rakaia River in best season for a decade

Rakaia River salmon anglers are revelling in what they say is the best season for a decade.

Best salmon season in a decade

Whopper salmon caught on Rakaia River in best season for a decade

Rakaia River salmon anglers are revelling in what they say is the best season for a decade.

Roadworks frustrate residents

The roundabout at Rolleston Drive/Tennyson St is being replaced with traffic lights. Photo: Star...

'Anyone got a spare helicopter for hire?': Roadworks frustrate Rolleston residents

Rolleston residents say they are being forced to shop for groceries in Lincoln due to the roadworks around a busy intersection.

Omicron threat prompts contingency planning at council

A vaccine pass is required to enter all staffed council facilities in Selwyn. Photo: File image

Omicron threat prompts contingency planning at council

Selwyn District Council senior managers are preparing contingency plans as NZ teeters on the edge of an Omicron outbreak.

Nor’west wind inspires author after family tragedy

Canterbury author rediscovers her inspiration in the nor'west wind after family tragedy

Writing has been a big part of award-winning novelist Sandra Arnold's life. She tells Susan Sandys how it helped her overcome family tragedy and fall in love with the Canterbury Plains.

Agencies formulate plans to lessen impact of Omicron variant

Transport operators are lobbying Government to ensure food and medical supplies continue to be...

Agencies formulate plans to lessen impact of Omicron variant

As Omicron rages through workplaces around the world, what contingency plans are in place here to keep supply chains and health services running?

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