Person dies on fishing vessel in Timaru
A person has died on board a fishing vessel in Canterbury.
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Guided tours of cathedral to start
Guided tours of cathedral to start
Monthly guided tours inside the Christ Church Cathedral will start on Monday.
Cantabrians told to look out for 'pond weed'
Cantabrians told to look out for 'pond weed'
ECan is on the lookout for a pesky freshwater weed, which was eradicated from the South Island more than a decade ago, after it was discovered being sold online in Christchurch.
Rugby coach killed in quad bike crash
Canterbury rugby coach killed in quad bike crash
A rugby coach, described as a "mentor" and "second father", has been identified as the victim of a fatal quad bike crash near Pleasant Point last week.
Popeyes line up Chch restaurant
Popeyes line up Chch restaurant
United States fried chicken fast food giant Popeyes is seeking resource consent to open a restaurant in Christchurch.
New home for croquet club
New home for croquet club
The last stage in the development of the Courtenay Drive Croquet grounds in Kaiapoi will start soon.
57-year-old man missing since Friday
57-year-old Canterbury man missing since Friday
Police are appealing for information that may help them locate a missing 57-year-old Canterbury man.
Pornography allegedly found on cop's work computer
Pornography allegedly found on cop's work computer
Pornography allegedly found on the work computer of former deputy commissioner Jevon McSkimming is being investigated as objectionable material, RNZ understands.
Christchurch supermarket set to close
Christchurch supermarket set to close
Raeward Fresh Tower Junction in Christchurch is set to close its doors for good on May 23.
Farm being converted from dairy to apples
Canterbury farm being converted from dairy to apples
A seaside dairy farm in Canterbury is being turned into an apple orchard.
Concerns raised about Cave Rock cross lights
Concerns raised about Cave Rock cross lights
Consultation has opened on Sumner’s Cave Rock cross lights after residents raised concerns about their brightness, configuration and frequency.
Rapid progress on new stadium
New video shows rapid progress inside Chch stadium
New video footage shows how Christchurch's new central city stadium is rapidly coming together.
Call for review of lake closure
Call for review of lake closure
Users of a popular Canterbury recreational lake are calling for a review of the closure process after undertaking their own water testing.
UN council rules Russia downed Malaysian Airlines flight
UN council rules Russia downed Malaysian Airlines flight
Russia was responsible for the downing of a Malaysian airliner over Ukraine, killed all 298 passengers and crew in 2014, the UN's aviation council has ruled.
New maths test fails to make the grade - principals
New maths test fails to make the grade - principals
The Government is "testing children to death" with the announcement of a new maths test for the youngest children, says the head of the Principals Federation.
Chickens all over the road after truck rolls
Chickens all over the road after truck rolls
Multiple chickens have reportedly been killed after a truck and trailer unit crashed in Canterbury this morning.
How landlords are trying to stand out in crowded rental market
How landlords are trying to stand out in crowded rental market
Renters in many parts of NZ, including Christchurch, are in a prime position as the number of rental listings reaches a record level.
Sex tape accused: ‘I slept with the wrong person’
Govt employee accused of making secret sex tape says he 'slept with the wrong person'
A Government employee accused of making a secret sex tape told police the allegation was "bulls..." and had ruined his life.
Voters buttons pushed by rates, potholes, e-scooters
Voters buttons pushed by rates, potholes, e-scooters
Ali Jones and Tony Simons were the first Christchurch City Council candidates to announce their election bids. Reporter Dylan Smits finds out how their campaigns are rolling.
Former NZ Idol judge found guilty of drink driving
Former NZ Idol judge living in his car, found guilty of drink driving
A Canterbury-born former music industry producer and manager is back in court on more driving charges - this time after being caught over the legal alcohol limit in Nelson.