What could Woodend look like after the bypass?
The public is being asked to think about what the Woodend/Pegasus area could look like after the Woodend Bypass opens.
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New estuary viewing platform officially opens
New estuary viewing platform officially opens
A new viewing platform built using a bequest from a Christchurch woman's legacy fund has been formally opened to the public at the Ashley-Rakahuri River Estuary.
Concerns township growing too fast
Concerns Canterbury township growing too fast
The public may not get a say on whether a large 700-800 home subdivision on 126ha of farmland in Canterbury goes ahead.
Heron On A Mission a winner
Parklands photographer wins with Heron On A Mission
The 2025/26 Waimakariri Nature Photo competition has been won by Christchurch photographer Ellie Morgan.
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.
Mystery of the disappearing yellow lines
Mystery of the disappearing yellow lines
The mystery of who painted over yellow no-parking lines outside a Rolleston house may remain unsolved.
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.
Fans 'delighted' disc golf returning to town
Fans 'delighted' disc golf returning to town
A community advocate is thrilled a disc golf course is returning to Hanmer Springs.
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.
Sports hall could be sold
Sports hall could be sold
The Ashburton Sports Hall could be put up for sale after being gifted to the district council, putting long-running community events like Bookarama at risk.
Secret to making a good scarecrow
Find out the secret to making a good scarecrow
The Methven Scarecrow Trail starts on Saturday and runs through the school holidays.
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.
No timeline to replace quake-prone fire station
Frustration over lack of timeline to replace quake-prone fire station
Lincoln Volunteer Fire Brigade chief Richie Bee is “bewildered” there has still been no word on when the township’s fire station will be replaced.
Stolen house items donated to Canterbury charity
Stolen house items donated to Canterbury charity
A local charity is to benefit from stolen kitchen items, after a North Canterbury burglar was sentenced in court.
Teacher at Canterbury girls' school hid relationships with students
Teacher at Canterbury girls' school hid relationships with students
In his first year of teaching, Sam Bocock had sexual relationships with two students at the same time.
Women’s health issue 'not talked about enough'
Women’s health issue 'not talked about enough'
A women’s health issue will be stripped bare at a woolshed in the Peel Forest north of Geraldine on Sunday.
Artist stumps up for new chainsaw
Artist stumps up for new chainsaw
A Geraldine sculptor has left his mark on a tree stump in the area.
Crowdfunding event helps local charities
Crowdfunding event helps local charities
A Dragons Den-style community crowdfunding event has been held in Timaru.
Car catches fire after crash
Car catches fire after crash
Firefighters are reminding motorists in Mid Canterbury to take extra care at intersections after a car burst into flames following a crash with a ute.
No funding for centre that treats people with eating disorders
No funding for centre that treats people with eating disorders
A lifesaving Canterbury eating disorder residential facility has been passed over for Health NZ funding to open the service up to more people.