Hot pools, stout and a Topp
Hot pools, stout and a Topp
Non-skier Gillian Vine finds plenty do in Methven without tackling the Mt Hutt skifield.
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Hot pools, stout and a Topp
Hot pools, stout and a Topp
Gillian Vine found plenty to do in Methven.
Off to mum’s 101st birthday in UK
Off to mum’s 101st birthday: Travel agents upbeat as bookings soar
Rosemary George missed her mum’s 100th birthday in Northern Ireland due to the Covid pandemic - but she'll be there on June 1 when she turns 101.
Pensioner told to repay $11k after being stranded
Pensioner told to repay $11,300 after border restrictions left her stranded
A 77-year-old Christchurch woman who was stuck in Australia due to the border restrictions says not only was her pension stopped but she also received a demand to repay more than $11,000.
Chathams hope border reopening won't stunt growth
Chatham Islands businesses hope border reopening won't stunt tourism boost
With international borders closed, more Cantabrians have been ticking the Chatham Islands off their bucket list than before the pandemic.
First MIQ-free flight into Christchurch
First MIQ-free flight into Christchurch
The shift from MIQ to home isolation for vaccinated Kiwis travelling from Australia has kicked in - a big boost for Christchurch Airport which is expecting three times the number of flights.
Changes to Lincoln Rd bus lane plan
Changes to Lincoln Rd bus lane plan
A plan to put more bus lanes along a busy section of Lincoln Rd in Christchurch is likely to be changed after community feedback.
Nelson-Auckland flights linked to Omicron cases
Nelson-Auckland flights linked to Omicron cases
Two flights between Nelson and Auckland have been added to the ever-growing list of locations of interest connected to at least one person with Omicron.
Air NZ cancels about 120 flights after border reopening plan delayed
Air NZ cancels about 120 flights after border reopening plan delayed
Air New Zealand has cancelled about 120 flights after the government announced there would be a delay to the phased reopening of international borders.
Temporary changes to busy intersection
Traffic light fault behind changes to busy Christchurch intersection
The speed limit has been lowered at a busy Christchurch intersection due to a cable fault causing significant problems with the traffic lights.
Tears flow at airport as families reunited
Tears flow as families reunited at Christchurch Airport
Four generations of the Edwards family - including baby Leo who was born under lockdown - were reunited for the first time in months at Christchurch Airport yesterday.
Therapy dogs in terminal for pats and cuddles
Therapy dogs land at Christchurch Airport for pats and cuddles
New Zealand's first "airpawt ambassadors" will begin their duties at Christchurch Airport.
KiwiRail suspends some services until mid-2022
Coastal Pacific scenic service suspended until borders reopen
The Coastal Pacific train service between Picton and Christchurch will not restart until international travellers return.
Plane left on tarmac as pair refuse to wear masks
Air NZ plane to Chch stranded on tarmac for 30min as pair refuse to wear masks
An Air New Zealand flight from Nelson to Christchurch was left sitting on the tarmac for half an hour while staff negotiated with two passengers refusing to put on masks.
Jetstar's huge Christmas deal
Jetstar's huge Christmas deal: Auckland to Christchurch from $22
Jetstar is spreading the Christmas cheer with a massive annual festive deal, including domestic flights to Christchurch from $22 one way.
Bus services reduced due to driver shortage
'Concerning for weekday commuters': Christchurch bus services to be reduced
Commuters in Christchurch are urged to check their bus timetables before several services move to reduced timetables next week.
DOC mandates Covid vaccines in huts and campsites
DOC mandates Covid vaccines in huts and campsites
From December 15, all hikers over the age of 12 will have to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 to stay in Department of Conservation accommodation and campsites.
Stranded Kiwis eager to return as MIQ restrictions ease
Stranded Kiwis eager to return as MIQ restrictions ease
Stuck for months in a motorhome in Queensland, Sue Norton and her husband have finally booked themselves "on the first flight into Christchurch".
Sky-high demand for quarantine-free flight
Sky-high demand for quarantine-free Christchurch-Brisbane charter flight
A travel agent organised a second charter flight between Christchurch and Brisbane after being inundated with people desperate to cross the Tasman.
'Better than a hotel in Christchurch': Getting home the hard way
'Better than a hotel in Christchurch': Getting home the hard way
Two Wanaka men who could not win the MIQ lottery arrived in the South Island this week after spending days sailing across the Tasman.