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It comes after a Coroner's report again warning of the dangers of synthetic drugs after the death...

Chris Lynch: Christchurch's synthetic drug scene is rife and destroying lives

Christchurch's synthetic drug scene is thriving but it's killing people, ruining lives, destroying families - and creating a massive mental health crisis in the Garden City.

Newspaper has proud history of supporting literary talent

The creative juices are flowing in jail as inmates look to express themselves through the Otago Daily Times prison creative-writing competition.

Accusation of mental health censorship shocking

Chris Lynch: How will mental health improve when reports are being censored?

Opinion: The Ministry of Health is accused of being deceitful and I can understand why, writes Chris Lynch.

Opinion: Labour's housing bombshell

Former ACT New Zealand deputy leader and MP Dr Muriel Newman says last week’s housing announcement "was a shocking indictment of Jacinda Ardern’s Labour Government".

Why the property boom is bad for divorcing couples

The family home is considered relationship property, regardless of whose name is listed on the...

Why the property boom is bad for divorcing couples

For couples going through a separation, they have had to face additional uncertainty as they try to secure property valuations in an ever-changing property market, writes Jeremy Sutton.

'Humble' has a different meaning in Christchurch

Opinion: 'Humble' has a different meaning in Christchurch

Richie Mo'unga "was effusive in his praise for the Crusaders' 'core values' post-match, most notably humility, which didn't track at all from what we saw of him and Sevu Reece in the final stages", writes Jamie Wall.

Chris Lynch: Muppets being offended by Muppets

My favourite television show of all-time, The Muppet Show, has joined a growing list of TV programmes slapped with a "content warning" by Disney on its streaming service, writes Newstalk ZB's Chris Lynch.

Chris Lynch: No free ride during Covid-19 pandemic, travellers pay up

Chris Lynch: No free ride during Covid-19 pandemic, travellers pay up

OPINION: I feel lucky living in New Zealand, particularly during the global pandemic, and it's a pity some travellers seem to be taking the country for a bit of a financial ride.

Opinion: Ratepayers will need to dig deep

Ratepayers should understandably be outraged and worried by the latest financial blow they are about to be hit with.

Readers react Karl du Fresne opinion piece

Readers react Karl du Fresne opinion piece on how NZ is being transformed

Readers react to last week’s column by former NZ newspaper editor and now well known blogger and columnist Karl du Fresne who lamented where New Zealand is heading.

Kate Hawkesby: Who'd be a landlord in Dunedin?

Hostel living around the world is easier than flatting in Dunedin. Photo: ODT

Kate Hawkesby: Who'd be a landlord in Dunedin?

OPINION: With the onslaught of students in Dunedin comes an onslaught of flat warmings, which makes Kate Hawkesby feel a bit queasy for the landlords.

Better safe than sorry with lead in water

Calvin White of the DCC filling Water containers in Waikouaiti today. PHOTO:PETER MCINTOSH

Better safe than sorry with lead in water - Canterbury Uni professor

The recent issues with lead in drinking water have prompted Ian Shaw, professor of toxicology at Canterbury University, to reflect on the history of lead and lead poisoning.

Former Sumner School principal remembered

'Children loved and respected him': Former Sumner School principal remembered

Former Sumner School teacher Nancy Meherne writes about Peter Vesty, a former principal at the school, who died recently.

NZ is being transformed, but not in a good way

NZ is being transformed, but not in a good way - Karl du Fresne

Columnist Karl du Fresne laments the changing times in NZ where rampant identity politics are blighting the country.

Climate Commission’s 'radical plan'

Former ACT New Zealand deputy leader and MP Dr Muriel Newman discusses the Climate Commission's draft report.

More information needed to find water lead source

A road sign in Waikouaiti warns people not to drink local water. PHOTO: PETER MCINTOSH

More information needed to find water lead source

Tracing the source of lead levels in water is no easy task, writes Selva Selvarajah.

Chris Lynch: No excuse to be bored in Christchurch

People enjoying the hot weather on Sumner Beach, Christchurch. Photo: George Heard / NZH

Chris Lynch: No excuse to be bored in Christchurch

We're fortunate we can go about our daily lives in a 'pretty normal' fashion in Christchurch, writes NewstalkZB's Chris Lynch.

'The abuse of power'

Former ACT New Zealand deputy leader and MP Dr Muriel Newman says the Government is crushing a fundamental democratic right of New Zealanders.

Protecting vulnerable children

Former ACT New Zealand deputy leader and MP Dr Muriel Newman discusses the recent resignation of Oranga Tamariki chief executive Grainne Moss.

Chris Lynch: Kaiapoi mum misdiagnosed for 11 months has days to live

Hayley Beaumont with her daughter Abbey. Photo: Supplied

Chris Lynch: Kaiapoi mum misdiagnosed for 11 months has days to live

We often seek reassurance and guidance from our medical professionals to alleviate our health fears. Most times they get it right - but what happens when they don't?

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