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50 new Covid-19 cases, 81 now linked to Bluff wedding

Director General of Health Ashley Bloomfield has revealed 50 new cases bringing the total to 1210.

Offender claims no memories of abuse

A man who sexually abused five children over 24 years still claims not to remember the offending, despite sitting down with one of his victims.

Why community newspapers are vital during lockdown

Why community newspapers are vital during lockdown

Community newspapers like The Star are needed during times of crisis, says Mayor Lianne Dalziel.
Employees not working during lockdown could miss out on public holiday payments

Employees not working during lockdown could miss out on public holiday payments

Employees who are not working during the lockdown shouldn't expect to be paid during the upcoming Easter public holidays, employment lawyers warn.
Flu vaccine shortage bites in Christchurch

Flu vaccine shortage bites in Christchurch

Like others around New Zealand, a Christchurch pharmacy is hopeful the influenza vaccinations it has ordered will arrive soon - and there are enough to go around.

Christchurch

Nick Johnson is all smiles after his new look.

Lockdown haircuts emulate idols

Bubbles across the city have resorted to homemade haircuts, with some using it as an opportunity to emulate their idols.

Christchurch City Libraries an open book as membership soars

Christchurch City Libraries an open book as membership soars

Hundreds of people have joined Christchurch City Libraries in the past two weeks, with record numbers signing up online each day.
Firefighters battle "well-involved" car fire in Rolleston

Firefighters battle "well-involved" car fire in Rolleston

Police have been notified of a car fire south of Christchurch this morning
Fish and chip shops take a battering

Fish and chip shops take a battering

It's a cherished tradition - the Friday fish and chip run - but right now the industry is taking a battering.

National

Watch live: Covid-19 update, new cases to be revealed

The Government is set to begin its daily update to New Zealanders on its response to Covid-19 and reveal the number of new cases.

How to avoid long supermarket lines during lockdown

How to avoid long supermarket lines during lockdown

Anyone with a computer or smartphone can check when supermarkets are at their busiest.
Police checkpoints to stop Easter holidaymakers

Police checkpoints to stop Easter holidaymakers

Police are ramping up efforts to stop anyone who may try to break lockdown rules by going away for the Easter break.
Oops, he did it again: Landlord tries to move into second rental

Oops, he did it again: Landlord tries to move into second rental

A landlord escorted off an already-occupied property during the Covid-19 lockdown in handcuffs by police, immediately went around the corner and tried to gain entry to another of his flats.

Districts

Offender claims no memories of abuse

A man who sexually abused five children over 24 years still claims not to remember the offending, despite sitting down with one of his victims.

Rough weather on the way for Easter weekend

Rough weather on the way for Easter weekend

An active front is expected to bring rain and strong winds to parts of Canterbury and the South Island over Easter weekend.
Police kept busy with spate of offences in small town

Police kept busy with spate of offences in small town

At a time when people should have been at home, police in one small South Island town were kept remarkably busy.
Cabin fever: Warning to stay away from holiday spots over Easter

Cabin fever: Warning to stay away from holiday spots over Easter

People who visit their cribs over Easter Weekend could be arrested, the police are warning.

Sport

NZ Rugby: Crusaders training session 'unacceptable'

New Zealand Rugby has labelled a training session made up of Crusaders players - where they broke Covid-19 lockdown rules - as "unacceptable".

Lockdown rules hit Canterbury golf courses hard

Lockdown rules hit Canterbury golf courses hard

Canterbury Golf has joined a national cry for critical maintenance to be allowed on golf courses during the Covid-19 lockdown.
Lincoln rugby patron's love of the game

Lincoln rugby patron's love of the game

Gavin Barclay’s life has taken him on many unexpected adventures. One constant has been the Lincoln Rugby Football Club. The patron of the club talks to Selwyn Times sports reporter Jacob Page about...
Cantabrian keeps his passion for the pedals

Cantabrian keeps his passion for the pedals

Kevin Searle still has unfinished business with cycling in Canterbury.

Life & Style

Fish and chip shops are closed under the Covid-19 lockdown. Photo: RNZ / Nate McKinnon

Fish and chip shops take a battering

It's a cherished tradition - the Friday fish and chip run - but right now the industry is taking a battering.

Christchurch-based dance-pop act PRINS releases new video

Christchurch-based dance-pop act PRINS releases new video

Christchurch-based dance-pop act PRINS has released a brand new video for Magnetic, a high-energy dance floor banger that’ll get you moving.
The naked farmer is ‘living the dream’

The naked farmer is ‘living the dream’

It was a cheeky idea.
Lockdown fun: Get to know your long lost ancestors

Lockdown fun: Get to know your long lost ancestors

Looking for a fun and informative activity during the lockdown? It may be the perfect time to piece together your ancestry puzzle.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is set to spend a second night in intensive care to help his fight against a coronavirus infection, as his designated deputy said he would pull through because ...

Cyclone batters Vanuatu, heads towards Fiji

Cyclone batters Vanuatu, heads towards Fiji

Tropical Cyclone Harold has lashed Vanuatu for a second day, ripping off roofs and downing telecommunications, and is now moving towards Fiji.
Boris Johnson moved to intensive care

Boris Johnson moved to intensive care

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been moved to an intensive care unit after his coronavirus symptoms worsened, and his Downing Street office said he was still conscious.
Court quashes cardinal's conviction on sex crimes

Court quashes cardinal's conviction on sex crimes

Australia's highest court has overturned former Vatican treasurer George Pell's conviction for sexually assaulting two teenaged choirboys in the 1990s, allowing him to walk free from jail.

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