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Crusaders squad named for southern derby

The Crusaders have named their squad to face the Highlanders in Friday's final hit out before the Super Rugby season starts.
Total fire ban for Canterbury from this weekend

Canterbury will be put under a total fire ban from midnight on Saturday - about a month earlier than the move was made last year.
SPCA appeals for help after cats shot with air rifle

The SPCA is appealing to the public for information after two cats were shot with an air rifle in Christchurch.

Youths trespassed after vandalism at historic house

Youths trespassed after vandalism at historic house

Three youths have been issued with trespass notices following a spate of vandalism at a historic Christchurch house.
'Absolute scorcher' on way for South

'Absolute scorcher' on way for South

Many parts of NZ are in for an "absolute scorcher" this weekend, a meteorologist says. In the South, temperatures could soar into the 30s.
Another suspicious vehicle fire

Another suspicious vehicle fire

Firefighters in Christchurch were called to another suspicious vehicle fire in the early hours of Wednesday morning - the fourth in two days.

Christchurch

Convention centre's river feature taking shape

The braided river effect on the Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre’s façade is taking shape, with CPB Contractors having now installed a quarter of the 43,000 herringbone tiles.

New shake testing to help hillside homes during a quake

New shake testing to help hillside homes during a quake

New shake testing of house foundations is being undertaken to ensure homes built on sloped areas such as Christchurch's Port Hills are better able to withstand future quakes.
Decision on controversial quarry could be made soon

Decision on controversial quarry could be made soon

The long-awaited decision on an application to open a controversial quarry on the outskirts of Christchurch could be made next month.
Computer explodes, causes house fire

Computer explodes, causes house fire

A computer that had "exploded" caused a house fire in Christchurch on Tuesday night.

National

'Absolute scorcher' on way for South

Many parts of NZ are in for an "absolute scorcher" this weekend, a meteorologist says. In the South, temperatures could soar into the 30s.

Broken ribs, crushed truck, but WorkSafe won’t investigate

Broken ribs, crushed truck, but WorkSafe won’t investigate

A woman who was almost killed when a giant tree stump dropped onto her truck is stunned that WorkSafe is refusing to investigate.
Cycling couple can't lay coffin on Parliament steps

Cycling couple can't lay coffin on Parliament steps

A Dunedin couple's 1300km bicycle journey to lay a coffin on Parliament's steps has been stopped 20 metres short after an emotional exchange with security guards.
Driver charged after pair lose limbs in horror bus crash

Driver charged after pair lose limbs in horror bus crash

A man has been charged with careless driving causing injury following a bus crash in which a girl and woman lost limbs.

Districts

Lone Sorensen says the new road would be a huge threat to her livelihood. Photo: Supplied: Lone...

Dairy farmer fears logging operation will destroy property

A recently widowed dairy farmer says a logging operation that has sprung up on a neighbouring property is likely to destroy her farm.

Total fire ban for Canterbury from this weekend

Total fire ban for Canterbury from this weekend

Canterbury will be put under a total fire ban from midnight on Saturday - about a month earlier than the move was made last year.
Unis work together to improve student health and well-being

Unis work together to improve student health and well-being

Canterbury and Lincoln universities have come together to start a new student health initiative.
Potentially toxic algae found in Selwyn River

Potentially toxic algae found in Selwyn River

The Canterbury District Health Board has issued a health warning after potentially toxic blue-green algae was found in the Selwyn/Waikirikiri River.

Sport

David Havili will captain the Crusaders in Wanaka and spend time at 15 and 12. Photo: Getty Images

Crusaders squad named for southern derby

The Crusaders have named their squad to face the Highlanders in Friday's final hit out before the Super Rugby season starts.

Promising boxer fighting for Olympic dream

Promising boxer fighting for Olympic dream

Christchurch boxer Trevor Swainson has all the motivation he needs heading into 2020.
India's Shikhar Dhawan out of NZ tour

India's Shikhar Dhawan out of NZ tour

Shikhar Dhawan has been ruled out of India's tour of New Zealand with a shoulder injury, the country's cricket board (BCCI) says.
Black Caps 'not as good as we thought we were'

Black Caps 'not as good as we thought we were'

Former New Zealand international and batting coach Craig McMillan says the Black Caps need to get more aggressive following their disappointing tour of Australia.

Life & Style

A junior suite at Hotel Montreal Christchurch. Photo: Supplied

Christchurch's Hotel Montreal: A romantic retreat in the Garden City

Fancy a romantic night away but don't want to travel too far?

Breakfast host Hayley Holt pregnant

Breakfast host Hayley Holt pregnant

Breakfast host Hayley Holt has today announced she is pregnant with her first child.
Bill unusually long because, who knows?

Bill unusually long because, who knows?

A photograph of a strange-looking bird in a Dunedin backyard is causing a flutter in birding circles.
Chance to celebrate Chinese New Year in Christchurch

Chance to celebrate Chinese New Year in Christchurch

Christchurch residents are being encouraged to celebrate the Chinese New Year period at a number of events planned throughout the city.

World

John Holieb says he saw the man with his hand down his pants while at the drive-through with his...

McDonald's customer snaps worker with hand stuck down his pants

A US McDonald's employee who was caught with his hands down his pants while working in the kitchen has been fired.

Thunberg v Trump: A trillion trees is 'not enough'

Thunberg v Trump: A trillion trees is 'not enough'

Teen activist Greta Thunberg says planting trees isn't enough to address climate change, in an apparent rebuke to a pledge in Davos by US President Donald Trump.
Meghan's father defends reputation

Meghan's father defends reputation in documentary

The estranged father of Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, has sought to defend his reputation in a new documentary, but fears he will never speak to his daughter or her husband, Prince Harry, again.
China virus death toll climbs, pandemic feared

China virus death toll climbs, pandemic feared

The death toll from a new flu-like coronavirus in China has risen to nine, with 440 confirmed cases, Chinese health officials said as authorities stepped up efforts to control the outbreak.

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