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Welshman opens up about Justin Marshall rivalry

Former Wales halfback Mike Phillips has lifted the lid on his fierce rivalry with All Blacks and Crusaders great Justin Marshall.
Haul of stolen street signs found during level 2 police checks

Police checks on potential Covid-19 party rule-breakers has turned up something else – stolen street signs.

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.
Canterbury rugby helping clubs, schools tackle Covid crisis

Canterbury rugby helping clubs, schools tackle Covid crisis

The Canterbury Rugby Football Union has waived some fees for clubs and schools this season to help them through the Covid-19 crisis.
City council chief disappoints residents' group

City council chief disappoints residents' group

A residents' association says it feels saddened, disappointed and ignored after Christchurch City Council chief executive Dawn Baxendale declined an invitation to speak with members.

Christchurch

Residents to have say on a rates rise after council vote

Christchurch residents will have their say on a rates rise of between 3.5 per cent to 5.5 per cent next month.

Fleeing motorist in court on drink driving, drugs and weapons charges

Fleeing motorist in court on drink driving, drugs and weapons charges

A motorist who fled police will appear in the Christchurch District Court court today accused of drink driving, drug offences and possession of a knife.
Linwoood mosque prepares to welcome back worshippers

Linwoood mosque prepares to welcome back worshippers

From noon today, gatherings of up to 100 people will be allowed as Covid-19 rules are relaxed a little further.
Vbase confirms major staff cuts

Vbase confirms major staff cuts

A Christchurch ratepayer owned events company has confirmed it is cutting its permanent workforce by 60 per cent.

National

New blood test to check for undetected Covid cases

The number of confirmed Covid-19 cases across New Zealand could rise - thanks to a new blood test.

108 jobs on line in Tower proposal

108 jobs on line in Tower proposal

Tower says it will aim to cut costs by $7.2 million per year which includes a proposal for 108 redundancies.
Financial help sought for new community hub

Financial help sought for new community hub

The $3.8 million Wanaka Community Hub building, which opened seven months ago is in financial strife.
Wage subsidy auditing figures only collected quarterly - MSD

Wage subsidy auditing figures only collected quarterly - MSD

Government ministers are not receiving up to date figures on breaches of the $10 billion wage subsidy scheme, and one Minister's office says "it's not something we're interested in".

Districts

Tinwald crash victim named

Police have named a man who died after a tractor and ute collided in the Canterbury town of Tinwald earlier this week.

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.
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.
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

The White Ferns celebrate getting Australia captain Meg Lanning out, something they will hope to...

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.

Welshman opens up about Justin Marshall rivalry

Welshman opens up about Justin Marshall rivalry

Former Wales halfback Mike Phillips has lifted the lid on his fierce rivalry with All Blacks and Crusaders great Justin Marshall.
Canterbury rugby helping clubs, schools tackle Covid crisis

Canterbury rugby helping clubs, schools tackle Covid crisis

The Canterbury Rugby Football Union has waived some fees for clubs and schools this season to help them through the Covid-19 crisis.
Dan Carter opens up about one of his biggest regrets

Dan Carter opens up about one of his biggest regrets

Dan Carter has opened up on one of the biggest mistakes he made during his career which may have contributed to the All Blacks' heartbreaking World Cup loss in 2007.

Life & Style

The Prisoner of Azkaban is the third movie in the series. Photo: NZH / Supplied

Secret sex scene in Harry Potter movie revealed

Harry Potter fans are reeling after discovering a secret sex scene in the Prisoner Of Azkaban movie.

Govt sticks to strict new waterway rules, adds $700m for jobs

Govt sticks to strict new waterway rules, adds $700m for jobs

The Government is standing its ground and imposing tough rules on water quality, but offering farmers a $700 million sweetener to ease the financial pain.
$70m boost for arts, Te Papa bailout

$70m boost for arts, Te Papa bailout

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced more than $70 million for the arts sector, including an $18 million package to keep national museum Te Papa afloat.
The history of tourism at Aoraki Mt Cook

The history of tourism at Aoraki Mt Cook

For more than 130 years Aoraki Mt Cook has been a cornerstone of New Zealand tourism, since the first Hermitage hotel was built at the base of the mountain in 1884.

World

Queensland man Nathan Turner, 30, is the youngest person to die of Covid-19 in Australia. Photo:...

How did he get it? Fear after death of Aust's youngest Covid victim

Driveways in a small Queensland town have been lit up to honour a man who died with coronavirus, as authorities try to work out how the virus reached the town.

Medical gear washes up on beaches after containers lost

Medical gear washes up on beaches after containers lost

Medical face masks, shields and goggles are among items washing up on Sydney beaches after about 40 shipping containers fell off a cargo ship headed to Melbourne.
Trump threatens to shut down social media firms

Trump threatens to shut down social media firms

US President Donald Trump has threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies for stifling conservative voices.
News Corp shuts print titles in Australia

Hundreds of jobs on line as News Corp shuts print titles

News Corp Australia has announced the bulk of its regional and suburban community papers across the country will go digital-only from June 29, putting hundreds of jobs on the line.

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