'Unsympathetic': Young Cantabrian speaks out about mental health services
A youth councillor who attempted to take her own life has spoken out about the mental health system, saying it is desperately outdated and shows no signs of improving.
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Colombians face lengthy wait for trial
Cocaine smuggling bust: Colombians deny charges, face lengthy wait for trial
A trial date was set in the High Court at Christchurch today for a group accused of being involved in a South American drug smuggling ring that allegedly brought 50kg of cocaine into NZ.
Dean leaving politics
Dean leaving politics after more than a decade as MP for Waitaki
Waitaki National MP Jacqui Dean is to retire from politics at the next election.
Wintry blast brings snow to South Island
Wintry blast brings snow to South Island
Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill villages have turned to white, while heavy snowfall has been reported at Mt Hutt skifield and Porters Alpine Resort.
Exciting White Horse plans realised
Exciting White Horse plans realised
The final piece of the Waimate White Horse jigsaw puzzle is finally in place.
Covid-19: 1165 new cases, two deaths in Canterbury
Covid-19: 1165 new cases, two deaths in Canterbury
There are 1165 new cases of Covid-19 in Canterbury today and another two virus-related deaths have been reported in the region.
Man drove drunk in car park near cop shop
Man drove drunk in car park near cop shop
A North Otago man hooned around a car park while drunk, just metres from a police station, a court has heard.
Reports of 'suspicious activity' led to arrests
Neighbours' reports of 'suspicious activity' help police catch alleged burglars
Three alleged burglars have appeared in court after members of the public reported suspicious activity in North Canterbury.
Fines soon for speeding drivers
Fines soon for drivers in Rolleston's new 30km/h zone
A police blitz found dozens of drivers breaking the new 30km/h speed limit on Tennyson St.
Will Selwyn help pay for the Christchurch stadium?
Will Selwyn ratepayers contribute to the Christchurch stadium - and how much could it cost?
Selwyn residents may get the final say on whether they contribute to Christchurch’s ballooning stadium cost.
Thrill having obstacle course visit
Thrill having obstacle course visit
Children will have many obstacles to overcome in their lives.
1317 new Covid cases in Canterbury
1317 new Covid cases in Canterbury; 130 in South Canterbury
There are 1317 new community cases of Covid-19 in Canterbury today.
Hundreds of lightning strikes, monster waves as wild weather hits
Hundreds of lightning strikes, monster waves as wild weather hits
Severe weather and freezing conditions are on the way with the overnight temperature set to drop to 0 deg C in Christchurch and -4 at Aoraki/Mt Cook.
Council hunting pole perpetrator
Council hunting pole perpetrator
The Ashburton District Council is leaning on a truck driver who it says should own up to hitting the town's new traffic lights.
Yabba dabba doo time on safari fundraiser
Fred Flintstone Flintmobile gears up for yabba dabba doo time on safari fundraiser
Yabba dabba doo will echo through the Southern Alps on Saturday as a Canterbury teacher aide rides her modified 50cc Yamaha in the Scooter Safari.
Snow warnings issued as wild weather arrives
Snow warnings issued as wild weather arrives
Road snow warnings and heavy rain and wind watches are in place for the South Island including Canterbury as a spell of wild weather arrives.
Oxford Hospital to reopen in June
Oxford Hospital to reopen in June
Oxford Hospital will be the first rural Canterbury hospital to reopen since it and four other facilities were closed in March due to Omicron.
1368 new Covid cases, four deaths in Canterbury
Covid-19: 1368 new cases, four more deaths reported in Canterbury
Canterbury has 1368 new community cases of Covid-19 today and four more virus-related deaths have been reported in the region.
Admin issues derail murderer’s bid for release
Admin issues derail murderer’s bid for release
An Oamaru murderer and sex offender will remain in prison until next month after a series of administrative botches.
Six-year-old immortalised in cabinet art
Six-year-old immortalised on Chorus cabinet near Tinwald viaduct
A young Canterbury angler has been immortalised in a roadside mural that has been catching the eye of passing motorists.