Queen's Birthday Honours: Who made the list from Canterbury?
Queen's Birthday Honours: Who made the list from Canterbury?
Several prominent Cantabrians have been recognised on the Queen's Birthday Honours list today.
Helen Clark urges Kiwis to vote 'yes' on legalising personal use of cannabis
Former Prime Minister Helen Clark is encouraging Kiwis to vote "yes" in the looming referendum on legalising personal use of cannabis.
NZ could be at level 1 by June 10
New Zealand could move to level 1 in just eight days' time if all goes well, the Prime Minister says.
Winston Peters: If protests condoned 'why are we not at level 1?'
Cabinet meets today and Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters says alert level 2 restrictions have to be discussed.
Two knights, three dames named
Two knights, three dames named
They’ve connected us to our culture, improved our health and helped our youngest and most vulnerable.Councillor upset rates rise on way for Christchurch residents
Councillor upset rates rise on way for Christchurch residents
A city councillor is disappointed that a rates rise is on the way for Christchurch residents, in spite of the economic challenges posed by Covid-19.
Christchurch
Correct recycling essential to global buyer's market
Making sure there is no rubbish mixed in with the recycling has become critically important in the face of shrinking international markets for used plastic and paper.
Traffic for 9km near Christchurch after serious crash
Traffic for 9km near Christchurch after serious crash
A serious crash just out of Christchurch has backed traffic up for nearly 9km.Running for fitness becomes global goal
Running for fitness becomes global goal
A Christchurch Hospital physiotherapist's desire to “lose a few pounds” after university has taken him all around the world one fast footstep at a time.Cyclist dies after crash in Christchurch
Cyclist dies after crash in Christchurch
A person is dead after a cyclist and vehicle collided in Christchurch yesterday afternoon.
National
Helen Clark urges Kiwis to vote 'yes' on legalising personal use of cannabis
Former Prime Minister Helen Clark is encouraging Kiwis to vote "yes" in the looming referendum on legalising personal use of cannabis.
Winston Peters: If protests condoned 'why are we not at level 1?'
Winston Peters: If protests condoned 'why are we not at level 1?'
Cabinet meets today and Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters says alert level 2 restrictions have to be discussed.NZ could be at level 1 by June 10
NZ could be at level 1 by June 10
New Zealand could move to level 1 in just eight days' time if all goes well, the Prime Minister says.Two knights, three dames named
Two knights, three dames named
They’ve connected us to our culture, improved our health and helped our youngest and most vulnerable.
Districts
Kaikoura highway to be completed this year
The Kaikōura Highway is on track to be completed by the end of the year, the rebuild construction alliance has said.
Whirlwind few months for bike shop owners
Whirlwind few months for bike shop owners
It’s been a whirlwind few months for Canterbury bike shop owners Paul and Monique Brake who are currently riding a wave of cycling resurgence.Farmers supply mince to local foodbanks
Farmers supply mince to local foodbanks
Meat the Need founders Siobhan O’Malley and Wayne Langford have helped supply months’ worth of meat to foodbanks across Canterbury and the South Island.A&P Show will go on in Ashburton, for now
A&P Show will go on in Ashburton, for now
Organisers of the Ashburton A&P Show are ploughing ahead with planning for an annual show but keeping the budget in mind.
Sport
South Africa will quit Super Rugby for European competition - report
The drum beats are getting louder – South Africa will quit Super Rugby to join a northern hemisphere competition.
Sunwolves confirm time in Super Rugby is over
Sunwolves confirm time in Super Rugby is over
The Sunwolves involvement in Super Rugby is over after the Tokyo-based team's bid to play in a domestic tournament in Australia fell through due to Covid-19.Warriors stun Dragons to relaunch season in style
Warriors stun Dragons to relaunch season in style
The unfancied Warriors relaunched their season with a stunning 18-0 demolition job on the St George-Illawarra Dragons yesterday.Black Caps, White Ferns set for Australian matches
Black Caps, White Ferns set for Australian matches
Cricket Australia has announced a full schedule for the 2020-21 summer, including matches against the New Zealand men's and women's sides.
Life & Style
$60m funding boost for NZ libraries announced at Turanga
The government chose Christchurch's central library, Turanga, as the venue to announce a $60 million cash injection for NZ libraries on Friday.
15 ways to enjoy the long weekend in Canterbury
15 ways to enjoy the long weekend in Canterbury
Celebrate Queen’s Birthday weekend with a fun-filled day close to home.Christchurch-bred indie-rocker releases new single
Christchurch-bred indie-rocker releases new single
Christchurch-bred indie-rock musician Bridges has released the new single and lyric video Weightless Without, her first single from her upcoming debut EP.Secret sex scene in Harry Potter movie revealed
Harry Potter fans in shock after discovering secret sex scene in the Prisoner Of Azkaban
Harry Potter fans are reeling after discovering a secret sex scene in the Prisoner Of Azkaban movie.
World
'You have to dominate': Trump urges crackdown
US President Donald Trump has urged state governors to crack down on protests over racial inequality that have engulfed the nation's cities, as officials extend curfews to prevent a seventh violent night.
Covid-19 becoming less lethal: Italian doctor
Covid-19 becoming less lethal: Italian doctor
The new coronavirus is losing its potency and has become much less lethal, a senior Italian doctor says.Tanker drives into throng of protesters
Tanker drives into throng of protesters
A tanker truck drove into a throng of protesters on a closed interstate near Minneapolis.Hundreds attend funeral of Palestinian shot by police
Hundreds attend funeral of Palestinian shot by police
Hundreds of people attended the funeral of a Palestinian who was fatally shot by Israeli police.
