Christchurch robotics company making waves with underwater drone
NZ's aquaculture and fishing industries are using a Christchurch-based company's AI drone to get better information about what's going on under the water.
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SFCVibe brand credibility and social responsibility statement
SFCVibe brand credibility and social responsibility statement
Sponsored ContentAs a global compliant platform, SFCVibe says it has always adhered to transparent and law-abiding operations.
Kiwibank hit by online outage
Kiwibank hit by online outage
Kiwibank says some customers are having problems accessing its app and internet banking.
Pub to close soon if no buyer found
Owners plan to close pub soon if they can't find a buyer
The hotel's owners say the village they serve reminds them "of growing up in Christchurch in the 50s and 60s".
Airport's growth triggers strong travel season
Christchurch Airport's 'exceptional' growth triggers strong travel season
The South Island benefited from a buoyant summer travel season with international visitor numbers soaring at Christchurch Airport.
Fonterra announce Allen as new chief executive
Fonterra announce Allen as new chief executive
Richard Allen has been named as the new Fonterra chief executive officer, succeeding Miles Hurrell.
A&P Show to now be held from Wednesday to Friday
Canterbury A&P Show to now be held from Wednesday to Friday
The Canterbury A&P Show will return to its traditional Wednesday/Thursday/Friday schedule this November.
Financial comeback for heritage park
Financial comeback for Christchurch heritage park
Ferrymead Heritage Park appears to have turned a corner after being in financial strife just six months ago.
Shopping centre expansion back on track
Shopping centre expansion back on track
The expansion of a Rolleston shopping and office complex is set to continue after it was put on hold in late 2024 due to challenging economic conditions.
Easter booze restrictions may disappear soon
Restrictions on Easter, Anzac Day booze sales may disappear soon
Some restrictions on the Easter, Anzac Day and Christmas alcohol sales could be gone by as soon as Good Friday.
Family leave dairy farm behind
'Loving it': Family leave dairy farm behind to take on new roles
A father of two left his family farm in Canterbury so his wife could "do what she wanted to do" for a job.
Radio man's time at Compass FM at an end
Radio man's time at Rangiora-based Compass FM at an end
Mike Le Petit has had a profound effect on the structure and future of radio in Canterbury and across NZ.
Rare car specialist set to retire
Rare car specialist set to retire
Rolls-Royce and Bentley specialist Bruce McIlroy is winding up his Canterbury car service business after more than 30 years.
Govt changes may affect your bank balance
How the Govt changes may affect your bank balance, pay, retirement savings
A host of rule changes from April 1 could make a big difference to your bank balance, pay and retirement savings. Here is what you need to know.
Stuff to close printing press
Stuff to close printing press
News publisher Stuff Group has announced the closure of its Petone printing press and the loss of 30 jobs as the print operations are moved to Christchurch.
Coffee Culture returns to Sumner
Coffee Culture returns to Sumner
The final touches are being put on Coffee Culture Sumner’s refurbished site ahead of its reopening next month, 30 years after it first opened.
Cleaners' jobs on the line
Cleaners' jobs on the line at Christchurch event venues
Venues Ōtautahi cleaners are facing job losses after the organisation put forward a proposal that includes outsourcing its cleaning operation days before the opening of Christchurch's new stadium, a union says.
Crusaders ready to move into new stadium
'Going to be an absolute game changer': Crusaders ready to move into new stadium
With Christchurch's new stadium opening in a few weeks, the Crusaders are facing a significant change - leaving their home fortress behind and adapting to life under the roof.
Briscoes, Rebel Sport trialling facial recognition tech
Briscoes, Rebel Sport trialling facial recognition tech
Facial recognition technology is being trialled at 18 Briscoes and Rebel Sport stores across New Zealand.
NZ is expensive - here's what we can do about it
NZ more expensive than most OECD countries: What can we do about it?
Reserve Bank chief economist Paul Conway says NZ is an expensive country to live in, with many products priced well above the OECD average.