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Meridian Energy has been granted provisional approval to access more water in Lake Pūkaki. PHOTO:...

Meridian gets draft approval to use contingent lake storage

Meridian Energy has been granted a provisional go-ahead to access additional water in Lake Pūkaki for electricity despite opposition from government ministers and the national grid operator.

'Zebra child': Timaru family's global search for diagnosis

Nesa Morey with 5-year-old Armani. Photo: Supplied

'Zebra child': Timaru family's global search for diagnosis

A Timaru family say they were forced into a worldwide search for a medical diagnosis for their young son after New Zealand doctors initially dismissed his symptoms as autism.

Heroic hound honoured in new book

The dog who woke Ōhau: Heroic hound honoured in new book

The true tale of one of the Lake Ōhau fire's unlikely heroes - a beloved Border collie credited with helping villagers flee to safety - has been captured by a group of Twizel school students.

Retired pharmacist killed in Pukaki crash

Retired pharmacist killed in Pukaki crash

A motorcyclist who died after a crash in the Mackenzie District at the weekend was a retired Christchurch pharmacist.

Inspiring hope at the ball

Grace Quinlan shows off her sparkly ball gown before being the ambassador for the Child Cancer...

Inspiring hope at the ball

At just 7 years old, Winchester Rural School pupil Grace Quinlan has already endured more than most adults ever will.

Reihana new face of food rescue

South Canterbury Heartland’s rugby coach Luke Reihana has begun his new role as operations...

Reihana new face of food rescue

Luke Reihana is preparing to wrangle food rescue and rugby roles this year.

Locals get insight into salmon farming

Feeding time at the salmon farm. Photos by Stephen Jaquiery.

Locals get insight into salmon farming

Mt Cook Alpine Salmon opened its doors earlier this month to offer 100 locals an insight into its salmon farming operations.

Nursing fund closing in on target

Catherine (Kit) Agnes McGuire. Photos: supplied

Nursing fund closing in on target

A long-forgotten fund is only $1200 short from being able to begin supporting the professional development of nurses in Aoraki.

Warning issued ahead of black ice after crash

The New Zealand Transport Agency is urging motorist to take care with winter around corner. PHOTO...

Warning issued ahead of black ice after crash

With winter looming and icy conditions already leading to a crash in the Mackenzie district this week, the New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is reminding motorist to remain vigilant.

Walking 100km for Sweet Louise

Breast cancer survivor Barbara Gilchrist holds up one of the spot prizes to be given out this...

Walking 100km for Sweet Louise

A Timaru breast cancer survivor is stepping up for a good cause.

Hopes rally gets strong turnout

Showing off their vehicles ahead of next Sunday's All British Day rally are (from left) Ashley...

Hopes rally gets strong turnout

British motoring brilliance is set to once again be celebrated this King’s Birthday weekend.

Parts of suspension bridge up for sale

The Department of Conservation is inviting expressions of interest for anyone who might have use...

Parts of suspension bridge up for sale

Parts of the old suspension bridge up the Hooker Valley on Aoraki/Mt Cook are being offered for sale as the replacement structure nears completion.

Actors sought for delightful story

The cast of Aidan Theatre’s 2024 production of Pride and Prejudice. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Actors sought for delightful story

A South Canterbury theatre company is on the hunt for actors to help bring another Jane Austen story to life.

Staley living his musical dream

Lake Tekapo country rock musician Brad Staley performs at Marchfest in Nelson earlier this year....

Staley living his musical dream

To celebrate New Zealand Music Month, The Courier has caught up with some of South Canterbury’s musical maestros to talk about their journeys and experiences with music.

Show gives comical look at AI’s rise

Testing out some costumes for their production are Timaru Girls’ High School students (from left)...

Show gives comical look at AI’s rise

A Timaru high school production is set to tackle the looming rise of artificial intelligence (AI) to the iconic music of Queen.

Another successful relay for life

Raising over $20,000 for the Cancer Society are Waimate High School students (from left) Abbie...

Another successful relay for life

Waimate High School students went the extra mile this month to raise life-saving funds for the Cancer Society.

Conversations to begin

The Waimate District Council has agreed to kick-start conversations with South Canterbury councils around potential amalgamation proposals.

Changes aim to simplify system

Changes aim to simplify system

It’s good to see councils around the Waitaki and Canterbury engaging with their communities about changes to local government.

Fears economic interests will overtake conservation

Much-valued public conservation lands could be constantly under threat by proposed changes to...

Fears economic interests will overtake conservation

Our much valued public conservation lands appear to be constantly under threat by proposed changes to their use.

Karate camp popular

All the black belts gather for a photograph at the Kyokushin Karate South Island training camp...

Karate camp popular

Timaru Kyokushin Karate hosted the 2026 South Island Training camp in its dojo last weekend.

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