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Proposed police restructure leaves residents feeling vulnerable

Close to 300 people packed into the Amberley Tin Shed at the Amberley Domain on August 12. Photo:...

Proposed police restructure leaves residents feeling vulnerable

Amberley residents came out in force to express their concern over a proposed restructuring of policing in rural Canterbury.

Fat-clogged pipes costing ratepayers

A new trade wastewater bylaw could help address emerging issues in Waimakariri’s wastewater...

Fat-clogged pipes costing ratepayers

"Fat clogging" is costing ratepayers as a Canterbury council works to keep the wastewater system flowing in its district.

Canterbury toll road could cost some up to $5 a day

Canterbury's new Belfast to Pegasus motorway extension and Woodend bypass could cost some drivers up to $5 a day.

Waimakariri councillors, mayor set to get up to 22% pay rise

Waimakariri's mayor and councillors are set for pay rises of up to 22 per cent after October’s election.

Lucy takes charge

Lucy takes charge of Canterbury fire station

Lucy Turnbull has become the first female station officer at the Amberley fire brigade.

Proposal to remove town's two police officers

Locals angry over proposal to get rid of town's two police officers

Hundreds of North Canterbury locals turned out to a fiery meeting in Culverden on Wednesday night, angry about a proposal to remove the town's two police officers.

Bakers earn national recognition

Kells Kitchen of Amberley owner/baker Kelly Northover with her prizewinning smoked beef brisket...

Smoked brisket and cheese: Bakers earn national recognition

North Canterbury gastronomy was recognised in New Zealand, with several bakers and butchers earning national recognition.

Shared housing for elderly a step closer in Rangiora

Shared housing for elderly a step closer in Rangiora

A social housing initiative, described as "flatting for older people", is a step closer to becoming a reality in Canterbury.

Preparations for Rangiora book sale under way

Richard Cording seeking out a good bargain at last year’s annual Rangiora Rotary Book Sale. PHOTO...

Preparations for Rangiora book sale under way

Rangiora Rotary’s annual book sale is fast approaching.

Swing-a-long for St John fundraiser

An 18 to 20-piece band will swing into action on August 16 to help raise funds to refurbish the Rangiora ambulance hub and build a new station at Akaroa.

Rangiora Business Hub a hot spot

Rangiora Business Hub a hot spot

A parcel of bare land near Rangiora that was initially identified as being "well-suited for self-storage" has become a hot spot for commercial property development.

'Mad rush' of election candidates in North Canterbury

There are election contests for all positions in the Waimakariri district. Photo: Waimakariri...

'Mad rush' of election candidates in North Canterbury

A last-minute rush has led to a high number of candidates standing across North Canterbury, but one mayor has been re-elected unopposed.

Suspicious fire rips through Kaiapoi house

One person was taken to hospital after a suspicious house fire in Kaiapoi on Monday morning.

Back to Base challenge for Doug

Retired Lowry Hills farmer Doug Archbold has survived many medical setbacks and packed a lifetime...

Back to Base challenge for Doug

After serving his Canterbury community for decades, Doug Archbold is challenging himself to walk 49km this month for a cause that first came into his life 28 years ago.

'Nothing new' in council report cards - mayors

Selwyn Mayor Sam Broughton. Photo: Supplied

What Canterbury mayors think of the Govt's new council report cards

Selwyn Mayor Sam Broughton says the Government’s new performance reports will help communities to "really see how councils are performing".

MP fighting to remove commuter lane

Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey at the Tram Rd onramp, where the Christchurch Northern Motorway T2...

MP fighting to remove commuter lane from Christchurch motorway

A commuter lane on the Christchurch Northern Motorway is causing confusion and needs to go, Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey says.

Hunter the husky claims top dog title

Hunter the husky scores big bag of biscuits for being top dog

A 14-year-old siberian husky, who had a successful show career in Auckland, has won the hearts of voters in a Canterbury district.

Councillors won’t get childcare subsidy yet

A bid to introduce childcare allowances for elected members was narrowly voted down by Hurunui district councillors on Tuesday.

Serious injuries after truck crash on SH1

Serious injuries after truck crash on SH1

Two people have been injured after a truck crash on State Highway 1 in Canterbury.

Canterbury couple set to lose $1.7m in property after cannabis bust

Ned Edward Reo Webster (36), gib stopper, yesterday admitted possession of class C-controlled...

Canterbury couple set to lose $1.7m in property after cannabis bust

A Canterbury couple have lost their battle to prevent the Crown from taking their two properties worth $1.7 million after a commercial-scale cannabis bust.

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