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Royal rapture: Author’s children’s book given to prince by PM

Dunedin author Emma Wood and her children’s book Tulip and Doug: A Spud-Tacular Friendship Story,...

Royal rapture: Author’s children’s book given to prince by PM

A South Island author had an exciting start to her day after learning a children’s book she wrote was given to Prince William by Jacinda Ardern.

New invention to help clean up beaches

Canterbury inventor creates sand sifter to remove microplastics from beaches

A Canterbury man known for his wacky and wonderful inventions hopes his latest creation will have a practical purpose - cleaning up plastic on our beaches.

World class line-up for Lyttelton’s new arts festival

The countdown is on to one biggest and brightest events of the year in Lyttelton.

Ruby's tale of survival

Sam Mano has had 11-year-old Ruby since she was a puppy and said it wasn’t a nice feeling to have...

Ruby's tale of survival after getting lost during nature call

It was 5am, -3 deg C and dark as Ruby, an 11-year-old labrador, stood outside a suburban Christchurch laundromat - completely lost.

Home and Leisure Show gears up for big turnout

More than 100 exhibitors will be showcasing their products and ideas at the Star Media Home &...

Home and Leisure Show gears up for big turnout

Discover the best ways to improve your home and lifestyle at Christchurch’s only NZ-owned Home & Leisure Show this Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Christchurch Arena.

Airman Ron takes Covid in his stride

Covid has not been able to stop Christchurch 89-year-old Ron Towner continuing his mission to raise money for a rescue helicopter trust.

Eat Well for Less host owes $1m in tax

Ganesh Raj is the co-host of Eat Well for Less. Photo: NZME

Eat Well for Less host owes $1m in tax

TVNZ and celebrity chef Ganesh Raj won’t answer questions over the appropriateness of him hosting a show aimed at helping people save money while his business owes more than $1 million to the tax department.

Dancing with the stars

Video stills from Ad Parnassum — Purapurawhetu. PHOTO: GOOD COMPANY ARTS / DANIEL BELTON

Dancing with the stars

A new film work by Dunedin dancer, choreographer and film-maker Daniel Belton will debut in a massive outdoor projection as part of Christchurch’s upcoming Matariki celebrations.

Lost dogs find their way home

Lost dogs find their way home in Christchurch

Thousands of lost dogs across Christchurch found their way home this year - with a little bit of help.

Toni Street's shock after son's accident at hockey game

Radio host and busy mum-of-three Toni Street found herself making an unexpected trip to an accident and medical centre yesterday when her little boy suffered a head injury.

Tīrama Mai lights up city

Sneak peak: Tīrama Mai displays light up central city

The dazzling light displays set up in central Christchurch to celebrate Matariki have been revealed.

Thriving wetland full of surprises

Julia Palmer found 175 different species living in the restored wetland at Charlesworth Reserve....

Thriving Christchurch wetland full of surprises

Dozens of rare native species, including spiders, beetles, bees and weta, have been discovered in a wetland next to the Avon-Heathcote Estuary.

Aussies hit Cardrona

Australians Clint and Telena Donovan with children Frankie (left), Willow and Tucker at Cardrona...

'So excited, pretty cold': Aussie family hit Cardrona

Keen skiers including the Donovan family from Australia were among the first on Cardrona's slopes this morning as the season gets under way.

Mother’s story of loss, grief and a cancer blow

'Made me appreciate what’s actually important': Mother’s story of loss, grief and a cancer blow

After losing her 13-day-old baby and being diagnosed with stage four ovarian cancer, a Christchurch mum and blogger still manages to find joy in the small things.

TVNZ announces 'new identity' and global partnerships

TVNZ has announced an NZ-made version of US reality show FBoy Island. Photo: HBO Max

TVNZ announces 'new identity' and global partnerships

TVNZ has unveiled what it is calling a "new identity" and "new era" for the television network.

Pre-departure tests into NZ gone next week

Pre-departure tests into NZ gone next week

As of next Tuesday, people travelling to New Zealand will no longer need a negative pre-departure test.

Pre-departure test for NZ-bound passengers set to go

Covid-19 test requirements for travellers heading for New Zealand look set to be scrapped from early next week.

When it comes to fish, you are what you eat

There are many benefits of eating fish, but these decline if your fish is deep fried. PHOTO:...

When it comes to fish, you are what you eat

It’s well known that eating fish is good for your health. Dr Anne Williams of the University of Otago tells Charmian Smith about the pros - and some of the cons - of eating fish.