Shake-up defined mayoralty
David Ayers had no idea, when he first considered standing for the Waimakariri mayoralty, that earthquake recovery would come to define his time in the job.
Recycling is second nature in productions
Recycling is second nature in productions
Finding a new life or purpose for old costumes and sets is all part of preparing for a production.
Youth champion Ellie honoured with award
Youth champion Ellie honoured with award
Oxford's Ellie Tizzard has been recognised for her efforts to advance the concerns of local youth.
Musicians to return to Chamber Gallery for concert
Musicians to return to Chamber Gallery for concert
Pianist Anna Maksymova and cellist Tomas Hurnik will return to Rangiora's Chamber Gallery for a free performance this Sunday.
Consent issued for supermarket at subdivision
Consent issued for supermarket at subdivision
The proposed New World supermarket at a burgeoning subdivision has had its resource consent approved.
Amberley embraces coupon book
Amberley embraces coupon book
A fundraiser is not only helping to buy Amberley School kids stationery but also giving the business community a boost.
Kaikoura’s clouds part for Whale Run
Kaikoura’s clouds part for Whale Run
The sun came out for Kaikoura Suburban School’s annual Whale Run.
Hedge fire in Waikuku
Hedge fire in Waikuku
It took four fire crews an hour to battle a hedge fire in Waikuku Beach on Wednesday night.
Kaiapoi firearms collection
Kaiapoi firearms collection
Firearms holders in Kaiapoi should not to leave it to the last moment to hand in their prohibited firearms, police say.
House fire near Amberley
House fire near Amberley
Damage from a house fire, which happened just outside Amberley, has been contained to the roof.
Irrigation proposal in tatters
Irrigation proposal in tatters
Plans to irrigate up to 9000 hectares on the south side of the Hurunui River are in tatters.
Red zone aquasports idea criticised
Red zone aquasports idea criticised
An aquasports park has been proposed but neighbours say it will devalue their properties should it go ahead.
Waimakariri Bridge traffic diverted overnight
Waimakariri Bridge traffic diverted overnight
More beams will be lifted onto the Waimakariri Bridge overnight on Friday.
Weekend's weather a mixed bag
Weekend's weather a mixed bag
After a wet start to the day, Cantabrians can expect a bit of a mixed bag for the weekend, with periods of rain and cold southerly winds.
Scientist killed in dive boat fire studied in Kaikoura
Scientist killed in dive boat fire studied in Kaikoura
A scientist who studied dolphins in Kaikōura was one of 33 passengers who died in a dive boat fire off the coast of Southern California.
Canterbury Country age group squads named
Canterbury Country age group squads named
Canterbury Country has announced its under-18 and under-16 squads.
Family in battle for musician's body
Family in battle for musician's body
The family of a Canterbury musician who died after being hit by a car last month are battling a woman they say is an "ex-girlfriend" to have his body released for a funeral.
Burst water main causes traffic detour
Burst water main causes traffic detour
Detours are in place in a North Canterbury township due to a burst water main.