Salmon hatcheries closed on Upper Rakaia River
The North Canterbury Fish and Game Council has closed its two salmon hatcheries in the Upper Rakaia River to protect the wild sea-run salmon fishery.
Dairy farmer fears logging operation will destroy property
Dairy farmer fears logging operation will destroy property
A recently widowed dairy farmer says a logging operation that has sprung up on a neighbouring property is likely to destroy her farm.
High fire risk prompts warning in North Canterbury
High fire risk prompts warning in North Canterbury
As the fire risk in North Canterbury moves towards the extreme level, residents are being warned to stay vigilant. Fire and Emergency New Zealand is reminding people to take extra care with...
More than $10m boost for Kaikōura
More than $10m boost for Kaikōura
The Government is set to give Kaikōura a $10.88 million boost.
Canterbury centenarian passes away aged 103
Canterbury centenarian passes away aged 103
A Canterbury centenarian has died in her 103rd year.
‘No regrets’ over years spent fishing
‘No regrets’ over years spent fishing
Peter Stewart has no regrets about spending his recent years mostly fishing and travelling the country.
Fire crews spend night fighting large blaze at Canterbury beach
Fire crews spend night fighting large blaze at Canterbury beach
A large blaze broke out on Tuesday night at a beach north of Christchurch.
Police station front counter reopens to public
Police station front counter reopens to public
The public reception counter at the Rangiora Police Station reopened on Wednesday morning.
Bid to leave Kaikōura council gains momentum
Bid to leave Kaikōura council gains momentum
A campaign by two townships to jump ship and ditch the Kaikōura council has received support - and a warning - from neighbouring residents.
People, animals warned to avoid toxic algae in Ashley River
People, animals warned to avoid toxic algae in Ashley River
People and pets are being told to avoid parts of the Ashley/Rakahuri River in Canterbury after a toxic blue-green algae was found in the area.
Serious crash near Cheviot
Serious crash near Cheviot
A truck has crashed just north of Cheviot leaving one person seriously injured.
Poor cellphone coverage concerns rural vet practice
Poor cellphone coverage concerns rural vet practice
Since graduating as a vet in 2004, Vetcare Kaikoura director Rebecca Fleming has seen many changes to technology which save time when analysing animal injuries and illness.
Bronwyn shows true grit
Bronwyn shows true grit
Rangiora-based athlete Bronwyn Dibb has won silver at the 2019 Trampoline World Championships in Tokyo.
Demand for mentors in North Canterbury
Demand for mentors in North Canterbury
Big brothers and big sisters are needed to meet a growing demand.
Kaikoura residents consider another push to join Marlborough district
Kaikoura residents consider another push to join Marlborough district
Kaikōura residents hoping to become part of the Marlborough council area are considering taking their case to the Local Government Commission.
Santa's on his way to Kaiapoi
Santa's on his way to Kaiapoi
Santa Claus is preparing for his annual return to Kaiapoi as yuletide preparations ramp up.
Toddler died on first birthday after playground fall
Toddler died on first birthday after playground fall
A Canterbury toddler died on the day she turned 1 after falling from a playground fort several days earlier.
New rules to target freedom campers at Kaikoura
New rules to target freedom campers at Kaikoura
Tough new freedom camping rules that ban camping at a number of areas are being praised by Kaikōura residents.
Person flown to hospital after North Canterbury crash
Person flown to hospital after North Canterbury crash
One person has been seriously injured after crashing into a power pole on Thursday in Waimakariri, North Canterbury.
Fishing boat spills 600-litres of diesel into sea
Fishing boat spills 600-litres of diesel into sea
About 600-litres of diesel leaked into the ocean when a small fishing boat ran aground near Kaikoura on Sunday afternoon.