Suspect reeled in after salmon statue vandalised
Suspect reeled in after salmon statue vandalised
A 35-year-old man has been charged after the famous salmon statue next to State Highway 1 in Rakaia was defaced during an environmental protest.
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Charges laid after salmon statue vandalised
Charges laid after salmon statue vandalised
A 35-year-old man has been charged after the famous salmon statue next to State Highway 1 in Canterbury was defaced during an environmental protest.
West Coast's $65m investment in flood defences
West Coast's $65m investment in flood defences
The West Coast Regional Council has a record $65 million worth of flood protection projects on its books. Among the most critical is a $25.8m project for the flood-prone town of Westport.
Toll suggestion 'not helpful' - mayor
Toll suggestion 'not helpful' - mayor
Selwyn’s mayor says squabbling over tolling neighbouring districts is an unnecessary distraction from Canterbury’s amalgamation discussions.
Roundabout first, as Ashburton bridge work begins
Roundabout first, as Ashburton bridge work begins
The $144 million construction of Ashburton's second bridge is set to kick off with a six-month project to install a roundabout at the awkward intersection leading onto the high-traffic bridge.
Whitebaiters banned from camping at beach
Whitebaiters banned from camping at Canterbury beach
Whitebaiters will be banned from camping at a beach near Kaiapoi after threatening behaviour was reported to police last year.
ECan cuts back average rates rise to 2.4%
ECan cuts back average rates rise to 2.4%
Environment Canterbury hopes to "ease the burden" on ratepayers by reducing its average rates rise to 2.4%.
Ashburton a 'piggy in the middle' of local government reforms - councillor
Ashburton a 'piggy in the middle' of local government reforms - councillor
District councillor Russell Ellis has given a grave interpretation of Ashburton’s position in the local government reforms: "We are screwed".
9.57% rates rise forecast in Ashburton
9.57% rates rise forecast in Ashburton
Rising fuel costs are expected to hit Ashburton ratepayers, pushing the signalled rates rise out from 8.71% to 9.57%.
High petrol costs could fuel rates rise
High petrol costs could fuel rates rise in Waimakariri
Rising fuel prices are starting to bite as the Waimakariri District Council finalises its annual plan.
Hanmer Springs dumps flyride plan after cost blowout
Hanmer Springs dumps flyride plan after cost blowout
A proposed Hanmer Springs flyride has been scrapped by the Hurunui District Council after its estimated cost more than doubled.
Bluff tavern retains liquor licence despite damning inspection
Bluff tavern retains liquor licence despite damning inspection
A Bluff tavern has been given the green light to continue selling alcohol despite strong pushback from multiple agencies.
Hanmer Springs dumps flyride plan after cost blowout
Hanmer Springs dumps flyride plan after cost blowout
A proposed Hanmer Springs flyride has been scrapped by the Hurunui District Council after its estimated cost more than doubled.
Works starts on $144m Ashburton River bridge
Works starts on $144m Ashburton River bridge
The construction of Ashburton’s $144m second bridge officially starts on Friday and is expected to be completed by the end of next year.
US woman's bequest a boon for Kaikōura kids
US woman's bequest a boon for Kaikōura kids
The unexpected generosity of an American woman who visited Kaikōura 15 years ago has brought a dream of marine education to life for children.
US woman leaves gift for Nth Canterbury kids in will
US woman leaves gift for Nth Canterbury kids in will
The unexpected generosity of an American woman who visited Kaikōura 15 years ago has brought a dream of marine education to life for children.
Heated exchange at Selwyn District Council meeting
Heated exchange at Selwyn District Council meeting
"I'm glad you're not sitting at the table," Selwyn’s Deputy Mayor Brendan ‘Big Red’ Shefford told a failed council candidate during a heated exchange at an annual plan submissions meeting.
How Canterbury could be carved up under the council reform
How Canterbury could be carved up under the council reform
Canterbury councils are confronting the biggest potential shake-up in decades, and have just weeks to make their pitches to the Government.
Town's green bin rollout trumped by Middle East conflict
Town's green bin rollout trumped by Middle East conflict
Green waste bins won’t be rolled in the Ashburton District in September because they don’t have the bins yet due to a global supply shortage of resin.
Parking enforcement technology explored
Parking enforcement technology explored
Invercargill parking enforcement could soon include number plate recognition technology as the city council aims to "move with the times".