Grieving families say the recent funding boost for critical emergency services did not go far enough as complaints rise and ambulance staff continue to be overworked.
Oxford poet Jason Clements, who writes under the pen name Doc Drumheller, has received an honorary doctorate from the World Academy of Arts and Culture.
A working replica steam-powered motor launch, vintage cars and miniature radio-controlled yachts kept the crowd entertained at a free Canterbury community picnic.
Some Canterbury schools are continuing to back NCEA level 1, despite calls to scrap the certificate after a review deemed it to be unfair and confusing.
Cadet Warrant Officer Emma Warwick says young people who are interested in flying should join the No 88 Squadron Air Training Corps at the Rangiora Airfield.
Canterbury residents have been recognised on the New Year Honours list for their personal achievements and contributions to their community. Here are the recipients from the region.