Decision on controversial quarry could be made soon
The long-awaited decision on an application to open a controversial quarry on the outskirts of Christchurch could be made next month.
Selwyn
Potentially toxic algae found in Selwyn River
Potentially toxic algae found in Selwyn River
The Canterbury District Health Board has issued a health warning after potentially toxic blue-green algae was found in the Selwyn/Waikirikiri River.
Chlorine treatment for Canterbury township's water supply
Chlorine treatment for Canterbury township's water supply
Another low-dose of chlorine has been added to a Canterbury township's water supply.
Former Springfield farmer to star in Kathmandu campaign
Former Springfield farmer to star in Kathmandu campaign
When it comes to the future of farming, former Springfield farmer Trent Spittle believes it will be the end users of products who will decide what happens on farm.
One dead in Selwyn paragliding crash
One dead in Selwyn paragliding crash
A woman has died after a paragliding crash in Selwyn.
Kayaker missing on Lake Ellesmere now presumed dead
Kayaker missing on Lake Ellesmere now presumed dead
A missing kayaker on Lake Ellesmere is now presumed dead.
Cantabrians called on to knit, sew and stitch for wildlife in bushfires
Cantabrians called on to knit, sew and stitch for wildlife in bushfires
A Canterbury library service is asking people to help wildlife caught up in the Australian bushfires.
Work on Rolleston town centre upgrade moves forward
Work on Rolleston town centre upgrade moves forward
The development of Rolleston’s town centre will take a major step forward this month with work starting on Tennyson St.
Police target motorists at intersections
Police target motorists at intersections
A police campaign is under way targeting motorists who fail to stop at intersections.
Fire restrictions helping to reduce number of blazes
Fire restrictions helping to reduce number of blazes
Volunteer firefighters are attributing a quieter Christmas and New Year to residents following fire restrictions.
Two people in custody after crime spree
Two people in custody after crime spree
Two people are in custody after being found in a vehicle sought for police pursuits and petrol drive-offs over the last week.
Steve Hansen sells multimillion-dollar Prebbleton home
Steve Hansen sells multimillion-dollar Prebbleton home
Former All Blacks coach Steve Hansen's multimillion-dollar house on the outskirts of the city has been sold.
Toxic algae found in Selwyn River
Toxic algae found in Selwyn River
The Canterbury District Health Board has issued a health warning after potentially toxic blue-green algae (benthic cyanobacteria) was found in the Selwyn River.
Burglars raid school for portable speaker
Burglars raid school for portable speaker
Police are looking for two people in relation to the theft of a school speaker which may be being used to blast music from a bicycle.
Arthur's Pass boil water notice has been lifted
Arthur's Pass boil water notice has been lifted
Residents connected to the Arthur’s Pass water supply are advised they no longer need to boil water.
From bad boy to a man of honour at Burnham
From bad boy to a man of honour at Burnham
Handing in a wallet found on the side of the road was a simple act of goodwill that changed Aaron Williamson’s life forever.
Multiple people hurt in SH1 crash
Multiple people hurt in SH1 crash
Nine people were injured in a crash on State Highway 1 south of Christchurch on Monday.
Rolleston fire lit day after restrictions in place
Rolleston fire lit day after restrictions in place
Firefighters were called to a blaze in Rolleston on Sunday which was lit without a permit the day after a restricted fire season was put in place.
New principal takes reins at college
New principal takes reins at college
A new temporary principal has taken the reins at Rolleston College.
E-scooters to hit the streets of Selwyn
E-scooters to hit the streets of Selwyn
Selwyn residents will get their first taste of e-scooters on the streets of Rolleston, Lincoln and Prebbleton on Thursday.