'Nitrate emergency' declared in Canterbury
'Nitrate emergency' declared in Canterbury
Environment Canterbury has been accused of political grandstanding after councillors declared a "nitrate emergency" at their final meeting on Wednesday.
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Bypass toll could hurt ratepayers
Bypass toll could hurt ratepayers
A toll on the Woodend Bypass "will impose significant cost" on ratepayers, Waimakariri's mayor says.
Drug-driver avoids jail after double-fatal crash
'I cry every day': Mother describes her grief as drug-driver avoids jail after fatal crash
The mother of a teenager killed when Kyan Stack drove under the influence of drugs has told a Christchurch court about the pain and suffering he caused their family.
Mayoral candidate demands speaking rights at meeting
Mayoral candidate demands speaking rights at meeting
A Waimakariri mayoral candidate has hit out at the absence of a mayoral debate in Kaiapoi.
Ecan explores ways to make money from land
Ecan explores ways to make money from land
Environment Canterbury is considering how it can generate more income from its vast landholdings to pay for flood protection.
Nine motorists caught drink driving
Three of nine motorists caught drink driving came from same pub - police
Nine motorists have been processed for drink driving after a targeted Canterbury police operation in Rangiora and Kaiapoi.
MainPower solar farm set to be finished by May
MainPower solar farm set to be finished by May
Work on a 10ha Canterbury solar farm, which will provide enough power for about 1250 homes once finished, will start in October. The MainPower Board has approved the project at Thongcaster Rd in the...
Bylaw to control cats gains support
Bylaw to control cats gains support
A new bylaw aimed at controlling cats and protecting native birds has received plenty of support in Kaikōura.
Five men vying for four seats at council table
Five men vying for four seats at council table
Five men are running for four Hurunui District Council seats in the West Ward, including two sitting councillors.
The engine that can be heard all over Rangiora
'People smile when they see us': The fire-breathing engine that can be heard across Rangiora
A trip out to a local restaurant in Canterbury is not a big deal, unless your mode of transport is a fire-breathing, smoke-belching 100-year-old traction engine.
Travel to the races in style on the Whale Train
Travel to the races in style on the Whale Train
People attending the Kaikoura Trotting Club’s popular two-day race meeting in November will be able to travel to the event from Christchurch in luxurious style aboard the Whale Train.
New lease of life for popular cafe
New lease of life for popular Canterbury cafe
A former award-winning Canterbury cafe has been given a new lease of life by a couple passionate about great coffee and delicious food.
700 dogs to feature at national show
700 dogs to strut their stuff at national show in Rangiora
Hundreds of canines will be chasing a National Dog Show title on the courts of Rangiora’s MainPower Stadium this month.
Health scare leads to exciting new business
Health scare leads to exciting new business
Three years ago, Canterbury pastry chef Eloise Adorian finally discovered what was making her sick all the time. And it gave her a business idea.
Mayoral debate heats up over 0% rates rise promise
'Living in la-la-land': Mayoral debate heats up over 0% rates rise promise
Local government election candidates promising a 0% rates rise are "living in la-la-land", says Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon.
Canterbury piggery has community in mind
Canterbury piggery has community in mind
Nearly 100,000 pigs are raised each year at NZ's largest piggery in Canterbury. Tim Cronshaw visited the award-winning 500ha farm which employs more than 50 staff and contributes $4m in wages to the local economy.
Person seriously injured after incident involving horse
Person seriously injured after incident involving horse
A person was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries after an incident involving a horse in North Canterbury on Monday.
Battle looming over Rangiora council ward
Battle looming over Rangiora council ward
A battle is looming in Waimakariri as 10 candidates vie for a district council ward with just four seats.
Colin strikes a pose for Canterbury photographer
Colin strikes a pose for Canterbury photographer
Kiwi Olympian Dame Lisa Carrington’s much-loved cavoodle, Colin, might not strike you as a poster boy - but he is fast becoming a celebrity in his own right thanks to a Canterbury master pet photographer.
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