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Why Christchurch must proceed with the stadium

Why Christchurch must proceed with the indoor stadium - Brownlee

The great stadium debate is in full swing in Christchurch 10-plus years after it was included in the recovery blueprint in 2012, writes Gerry Brownlee.

South must make most of Forsyth Barr while it can

Ireland rugby team arriving at Dunedin Airport on Wednesday. PHOTO:PETER MCINTOSH

Opinion: South must make most of Forsyth Barr while it can

Big rugby tests in Dunedin are special occasions but for how long? It is hard to see Christchurch councillors making the sensible call to drawback on the city's overly ambitious stadium plans.

Owe the council money? Don't worry about paying

As far as I'm concerned, it is wrong on so many levels, writes John MacDonald. Photo: Supplied

Opinion: Owe Christchurch council money? Don't worry about paying

If you've got an outstanding parking fine from Christchurch City Council, don't bother paying it - just get yourself a meeting with the mayor and it will disappear, writes John MacDonald.

Ian Foster is no match for Razor Robertson

Opinion: Ian Foster is no match for Razor Robertson

If Crusaders coach Scott Robertson and All Blacks coach Ian Foster were TV sets, Foster would be black and white and Razor would be high-def full colour.

Santa parade priceless, until now

This year's Christchurch Santa Parade will cost $15 per person and be held indoors. Photo:...

John MacDonald: Santa parade priceless, until now

Following today's news the Christchurch Santa Parade is coming back but, this time, it won't be free, Newstalk ZB host John MacDonald wonders if it will be worth it.

No need for two covered stadiums

Concept plans for Christchurch’s covered stadium. IMAGE: SUPPLIED

Opinion: No need for two covered stadiums

Opinion: One major question seems to be left out of the Christchurch debates about its planned new stadium.

PM's reward for Trevor Mallard is 'outrageous'

John MacDonald: PM's reward for Trevor Mallard is 'outrageous'

We probably all know - or, at least, know of - someone who has been an absolute shocker at their job - but somehow they've gone on to get an even better job.

Only two options for Christchurch stadium

An artist's impression of Canterbury's multi-use arena. Image: Supplied

Lianne Dalziel: Only two options for Christchurch stadium

When I announced I was standing for mayor in 2013, I was excited by the fact we were building a new city, writes Lianne Dalziel.

Star Opinion

Why Christchurch must proceed with the stadium

Why Christchurch must proceed with the indoor stadium - Brownlee

South must make most of Forsyth Barr while it can

Opinion: South must make most of Forsyth Barr while it can

Owe the council money? Don't worry about paying

Opinion: Owe Christchurch council money? Don't worry about paying

Ian Foster is no match for Razor Robertson

Opinion: Ian Foster is no match for Razor Robertson

Santa parade priceless, until now

John MacDonald: Santa parade priceless, until now

No need for two covered stadiums

Opinion: No need for two covered stadiums

PM's reward for Trevor Mallard is 'outrageous'

John MacDonald: PM's reward for Trevor Mallard is 'outrageous'

Only two options for Christchurch stadium

Lianne Dalziel: Only two options for Christchurch stadium

All Blacks searching for answers after record loss

Black Ferns see off Bok Women in World Cup quarter-final

Close win firms up Otago's claim on home playoff spot

Spirit hold off Harbour for victory in semifinal

Is it possible that AI could outsmart humans?

From boxing to rugby league - and now the beautiful game

Opinion: Tsunami warning system needs a major overhaul - Celeste Donovan

How the Hawke's Bay meatball made it to Chch

My free Air NZ scenic flight to Christchurch

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