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CanterburyJuly 22

Toxic gas from rotting fish waste nearly killed two workers aboard fishing boat

Two people almost died and three others were injured after being exposed to toxic gas from decomposing fish waste on a fishing boat docked in Canterbury.
RNZ
Toxic gas from rotting fish waste nearly killed two workers aboard fishing boat
Toxic gas from rotting fish waste nearly killed two workers aboard fishing boat
ChristchurchJuly 22

Petition against extra funds for quake-damaged cathedral

More than 18,600 people are calling for the Christchurch City Council to reverse its plan to spend an extra $15m on the quake-damaged cathedral.
Petition against extra funds for quake-damaged cathedral
Petition against extra funds for quake-damaged cathedral
ChristchurchJuly 22

Fire-damaged South New Brighton home back on the market

A burnt-out Christchurch property is on the market for the third time in more than a year after a mortgagee specialist was forced to step in.
Michael Hansen
Fire-damaged South New Brighton home back on the market
Fire-damaged South New Brighton home back on the market
ChristchurchJuly 22

'Pretty inconvenient': Copper pipes stolen from Riccarton league club

Thieves made off with the copper pipes and shower heads from a rugby league club in Riccarton after ripping the fittings from the wall.
By Raphael Franks
'Pretty inconvenient': Copper pipes stolen from Riccarton league club
'Pretty inconvenient': Copper pipes stolen from Riccarton league club
Mid CanterburyJuly 22

District ready as-can-be for arrival of bird flu cases

District council is ready to support MPI’s response if bird flu spreads to Mid Canterbury, group manager compliance and regulation Ian Hyde says.
Toni Williams
District ready as-can-be for arrival of bird flu cases
District ready as-can-be for arrival of bird flu cases
North CanterburyJuly 22

Employment a key issue for Waimakariri youth

Finding employment, affordable transport, mental health support, recreation and a sense of belonging are key issues for Waimakariri youth, according to a new action plan.
David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Employment a key issue for Waimakariri youth
Employment a key issue for Waimakariri youth
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Mid CanterburyJuly 22

3D printed fountain proves a success at Lake Hood

A revamped three-tiered fountain, with coloured lights, is now lighting up the night at Lake Hood, and it’s all 3D printed.
Heather Mackenzie
3D printed fountain proves a success at Lake Hood
3D printed fountain proves a success at Lake Hood
North CanterburyJuly 22

Persistent vandalism of traps undermining conservation work in Hanmer Springs

Persistent vandalism of predator traps run by the Hanmer Springs Trapping Group volunteers is undermining the  work being done to restore native birdlife to the community.
Shelley Topp
Persistent vandalism of traps undermining conservation work in Hanmer Springs
Persistent vandalism of traps undermining conservation work in Hanmer Springs
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North CanterburyJuly 22

Responding to the Governmen’s proposed changes to local government

It is a busy time for councils across North Canterbury as we respond to the Government’s proposed changes to local government.
North CanterburyJuly 22

Stokes wins and extends lead in championship

Waikuku rally driver Jack Stokes wins Rally Southland to extend his championship lead.
John Cosgrove
North CanterburyJuly 22

Buzz of excitement around dress rehearsals for Into The Woods

The auditorium at Kaiapoi High School was buzzing with excitement last week as dress rehearsals got underway for the school’s upcoming production of Into The Woods.
Shelley Topp
Buzz of excitement around dress rehearsals for Into The Woods
Buzz of excitement around dress rehearsals for Into The Woods
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Mid CanterburyJuly 22

Staveley Camp native forest restoration boosts biodiversity

A five-year monitoring project at Staveley Camp has revealed remarkable native forest restoration results, with regenerating native bush, increasing birdlife and former weed-infested areas transforming into thriving native forest.
Staveley Camp native forest restoration boosts biodiversity
Staveley Camp native forest restoration boosts biodiversity
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Mid CanterburyJuly 22

Entries open for women's annual art awards

Entries are now open for the Rokowhiria Ashburton Art Gallery and Museum and the Zonta Club of Ashburton annual Zonta Ashburton Women’s Art Awards (ZAWAA) and exhibition for 2027.
Entries open for women's annual art awards
Entries open for women's annual art awards
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Mid CanterburyJuly 22

MenzShed, a place of mentoring and mateship

Ashburton MenzShed is more than just men and machines, it’s a place of conversation, connections and sharing knowledge and skills. Reporter Dellwyn Moylan popped in for a visit.
Dellwyn Moylan
MenzShed, a place of mentoring and mateship
MenzShed, a place of mentoring and mateship
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Mid CanterburyJuly 22

All aboard; community rallies to save Santa parade but future still in doubt

Ashburton's Santa parade has been rescued by the community after a wave of donations and new sponsors reversed its cancellation within 48 hours.
All aboard; community rallies to save Santa parade but future still in doubt
All aboard; community rallies to save Santa parade but future still in doubt
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Mid CanterburyJuly 22

NZTA proposes safer accessibility for Hakatere Marae

Hakatere Marae co-ordinator Tania Reuben said they are pleased to know that NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi are consulting on proposed changes to the speed limit in front of the marae on State Highway 1 at Fairton
Dellwyn Moylan
NZTA proposes safer accessibility for Hakatere Marae
NZTA proposes safer accessibility for Hakatere Marae
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Mid CanterburyJuly 22

Celebrations being planned for Fairton School’s 125th anniversary

One and twenty five years of education in the Fairton district is to be celebrated on September 18 involving present day pupils and staff as well as former students and staff.
Dellwyn Moylan
Celebrations being planned for Fairton School’s 125th anniversary
Celebrations being planned for Fairton School’s 125th anniversary
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Mid CanterburyJuly 22

100 year milestone of women, home and country captured in a book

The New Zealand Federation of Women’s Institutes (NZFWI) has published a book, called Women, Home & Country to mark the organisation’s centenary.
Toni Williams
100 year milestone of women, home and country captured in a book
100 year milestone of women, home and country captured in a book
North CanterburyJuly 22

Pegasus centre to open in October

Pegasus residents are looking forward to opening their new community centre later this year.
David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Pegasus centre to open in October
Pegasus centre to open in October
North CanterburyJuly 22

Traditional rivals to meet in North Canterbury Premier rugby final at Kaiapoi on Saturday

Traditional rivals Glenmark-Cheviot and Kaiapoi will again meet in the Luisetti Seeds North Canterbury rugby grand final on Saturday. Glenmark-Cheviot will be looking for its seventh title in the last ten years and Kaiapoi its third.
Lindsay Kerr
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North CanterburyJuly 22

Young enduro rider crowned national champion

Rangiora local Will Paterson is a national enduro champion.
Young enduro rider crowned national champion
Young enduro rider crowned national champion
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North CanterburyJuly 22

Five Divers, a paper ad, and a Beer: North Canterbury Dive Club Marks 50 Years

The North Canterbury Dive Club Inc. (NCDC) is turning 50, and it is gearing up to celebrate a half-century of underwater trips, community involvement, and good times with great mates.
Robyn Bristow
Five Divers, a paper ad, and a Beer: North Canterbury Dive Club Marks 50 Years
Five Divers, a paper ad, and a Beer: North Canterbury Dive Club Marks 50 Years
North CanterburyJuly 22

Fast-track process leads to confusion

A proposal to convert the Pegasus Golf Course into housing has not been accepted into the Fast-track approvals process - yet.
David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Fast-track process leads to confusion
Fast-track process leads to confusion
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North CanterburyJuly 22

Disc Golf course opens in RGA

Disc golf arrives in Rangiora
John Cosgrove
Disc Golf course opens in RGA
Disc Golf course opens in RGA
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Mid CanterburyJuly 22

Performances to take audience on cultural journey around the world

More than a dozen cultures will feature on stage in Ashburton this month in a showcase of music, dance and song at the Hakatere Multicultural Talent Show.
Dellwyn Moylan
Performances to take audience on cultural journey around the world
Performances to take audience on cultural journey around the world
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North CanterburyJuly 22

Building consent success is commitment

A building consent can now be issued within 24 hours at Hurunui District Council, a first-of-its-kind service in New Zealand.
Building consent success is commitment
Building consent success is commitment
North CanterburyJuly 22

Councils keep door open to Kaikōura

Kaikōura’s southern neighbours say the door remains open, following the council’s decision to pursue a merger with the Marlborough District Council.
David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Councils keep door open to Kaikōura
Councils keep door open to Kaikōura
North CanterburyJuly 22

Ōhoka School donates ‘remarkable time capsule’ to Kaiapoi Library

A hand bound manuscript written by former pupils of Ōhoka School 83 years ago has been donated to Kaiapoi Library.
Ōhoka School donates ‘remarkable time capsule’ to Kaiapoi Library
Ōhoka School donates ‘remarkable time capsule’ to Kaiapoi Library