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Mark Richardson hints at move into politics

Mark Richardson hints at move into politics

Mark Richardson may have signed off from the AM Show - but the presenter has revealed his next move isn't just radio.

Volunteer park ranger gifted new set of wheels

Ian Morris, who has been volunteering at Victoria Park for more than 20 years, with his new e...

Volunteer park ranger gifted new set of wheels

A group of Christchurch park rangers have made a special effort to thank "inspirational" volunteer and "absolute legend" Ian Morris.

Council hikes fees to hire community halls

Karate lessons at a Christchurch City Council-owned hall. Photo: RNZ / Rachel Graham

Christchurch City Council hikes fees to hire out community halls

The sound of karate chops and line dancing boots will soon no longer ring out at some Christchurch community halls as groups move out due to increasing hire fees.

UC scientist to observe asteroid collision

Canterbury scientist to observe asteroid collision

A Canterbury University scientist will be watching closely next year when a NASA spacecraft attempts to intentionally collide with an asteroid - and knock it off its path.

Ryan Bridge v Breakfast: Who's winning the TV ratings war?

Can host Ryan Bridge save the AM Show? Photo: Supplied

Ryan Bridge v Breakfast: Who's winning the TV ratings war?

How is the AM Show, and its new host Ryan Bridge, faring in the ratings war with TVNZ's Breakfast?

Rocks to stay on beach

Clifton beach near the Coastal Pathway. Photo: File image

Rocks left over after construction work to remain at popular Christchurch beach

A residents' group is “extremely disappointed” with a decision not to remove the controversial rocks at Clifton beach in Christchurch.

Construction of new Port Hills lookout gets green light

The planned new lookout. Photo: Newsline / CCC

Construction of new Port Hills lookout gets green light

Construction of a new lookout, opposite the Sign of the Bellbird on the Port Hills, will start in February.

Spying on whom?

The Government Communications Security Bureau satellite communications interception station at...

Spying on whom?

During his summer holidays in Christchurch, Murray Horton and a school friend penned a piece on Communist China - and from that moment on he was on the radar of NZ’s intelligence agencies.

Fish & chips, swing set to remember young Reuben

This photo was taken the day before Reuben died. He was his happy self, watching Spot the Dog...

Fish & chips and swing set to remember young Christchurch boy

A new swing set at Redcliffs Park has special significance - to remember Reuben Smith who tragically died from meningococcal septicemia nearly a year ago.

Who can make the biggest splash in Christchurch?

Jono Horton will defend his inaugural Manu Summer Series title when the competition starts at Jellie Park on December 12.

When cosy meets dramatic

A Christchurch home with an undulating roof and a strong sculptural presence is the Master Builders’ national supreme house of the year.

All in a day’s walk for Lucky

Lucky's favourite treats are alpaca nuts. Photo: Star Media

'He’s basically like a dog': All in a day’s walk for Lucky the pet sheep

Lucky the six-year-old sheep thinks he’s a dog - and loves nothing more than putting on his lead for a brisk trot along the Heathcote River with his owner.

Cyclists follow the trail blazed by Kate Sheppard

'Frocks on bikes': Cyclists take on the trail blazed by Kate Sheppard and her suffragettes

A group of Christchurch cyclists retraced some of the tracks Kate Sheppard and her suffragettes rode almost 130 years ago to spread the word about women’s rights.

Epic 23-hour fundraising run for teen

Anthony Martin during the 100km run at Diamond Harbour. Photo: Supplied

Epic 23-hour fundraising run for Christchurch teenager Enzo

Anthony Martin ran 100km around Diamond Harbour to raise money for Redcliffs teen Enzo Halliburton who suffered a spinal injury in a swimming accident last year.

Dimensional doorway in the Octagon

The artwork is guided into place in the Octagon, Dunedin, this morning. Photo: Stephen Jaquiery

Dimensional doorway in the Octagon

A sculpture depicting a doorway to different dimensions is being installed in central Dunedin today.

New twist on English-style period homes

Oliver Hickman (left) and Vincent Holloway with a model of the Victorian-style townhouse...

New twist on English-style period homes proving popular in Christchurch

A visit to North London provided the foundation for Vincent Holloway to bring the English-style architecture of yesteryear back to Christchurch.

Mercurial vocals supremely testing

Singers Luke Butson and Lara Davidson are already in training for their marathon lead roles in...

Mercurial vocals supremely testing

Keeping up with Queen frontman Freddie Mercury’s voice is, for most musical vocalists, something akin to running a marathon in a deep sea diving suit.