Operation Cover-up warming shattered lives
When the volunteer knitters involved with Operation Cover-up Canterbury watch the recipients in Eastern Europe receive their many knitted items, there is not a dry eye in the place.
North Canterbury
Long wait to treat 'excruciating' hip pain
71-year-old with 'excruciating' hip pain waited a year for appointment
A Canterbury retiree suffering from "excruciating hip pain" has had to wait more than a year for a medical appointment to assess the problem.
More rescue buoys may be on the way
More rescue buoys may be on the way
The theft of rescue flotation buoys from Christchurch beaches comes as a sharp rise in drowning deaths across NZ this summer has prompted calls for more public rescue equipment in Canterbury.
Farmer banned from owning livestock for life
Farmer banned from owning livestock for life breaks into tears at Christchurch court
A Canterbury farmer has been banned from owning livestock for the rest of his life and fined $30,000 after severely neglecting his flock of sheep.
Fundraiser started to repair showgrounds
Fundraiser started to repair Rangiora Showgrounds
A Givealittle page has been set up by residents, businesses, car enthusiasts and organisers to help restore the Rangiora Showgrounds in the aftermath of Muscle Car Madness last weekend.
Fears for future of rural hospitals
Mayors fear for future of Canterbury rural hospitals
Two Canterbury mayors are still waiting for answers on the future of two rural hospitals which are in desperate need of maintenance.
Multi-million dollar sports hub plan for Rangiora
Multi-million dollar sports hub plan for Rangiora
Residents' views are being sought on a proposed multi-million dollar sports complex to replace the ageing Southbrook Pavilion in Rangiora.
Woodend Bypass making progress - NZTA
Woodend Bypass making progress - NZTA
Work on the Woodend Bypass will become more visible this year, and NZTA will soon start acquiring the property needed for the project.
Farewell Craig Stare
Farewell Craig Stare: Muscle Car Madness a 'life-long thing for him'
Craig Stare didn’t quite get the farewell he deserved after 36 years of presenting Muscle Car Madness at Rangiora A&P Showgrounds.
Homeowners warned about new granny flat rules
Homeowners warned about new granny flat rules
The relaxing of granny flat rules could lead to more illegal structures due to homeowners not understanding the criteria, a Canterbury council manager says.
4% rates cap achievable - council
4% rates cap achievable but natural disasters, unexpected costs could have an impact
A North Canterbury council says it is in ‘‘a strong position’’ to meet a future 4% rates cap, but rising inflation or unexpected costs from flooding, high winds, and natural disasters could have an impact.
Mayors declare campaign expenses
From $0 to $35,000: Mayors declare campaign expenses
Ever wondered how much it costs to run for the job of mayor in North Canterbury?
Greater Christchurch council 'inevitable' - MP
Greater Christchurch council 'inevitable' - MP
A Greater Christchurch unitary council is on its way, says Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey.
Lotto: Otago ticket scoops $5.3m, Kaiapoi player wins $333k
Lotto: Otago ticket scoops $5.3m, Kaiapoi player wins $333k
An Otago Lotto player is $5.3 million richer after winning Powerball last night, while a winning First Division ticket was sold at New World Kaiapoi.
Former All Black takes over Muscle Car Madness
Former All Black takes over Muscle Car Madness
Muscle Car Madness this weekend will be Craig Stare’s last hoorah as the man-in-charge of organising the world-renowned event in North Canterbury.
North Canterbury principal steps up to national role
North Canterbury principal steps up to national role
Kaiapoi North School's principal is taking two years leave as he steps into the role of New Zealand Principals' Federation president.
Wheels with Wings takes off in Oxford
Wheels with Wings takes off in Oxford
The fifth annual Wheels with Wings event on Sunday has attracted interest from keen aviators and motoring enthusiasts from across Canterbury.
Dark sky lights installed on Kaikōura road
Dark sky lights installed on Kaikōura road
Streetlights on Kaikōura’s Beach Rd now comply with the district’s dark sky rules.
Firefighter flown to hospital
Firefighter flown to hospital after North Canterbury blaze, crews spend night at fire site
A firefighter was flown to hospital after a blaze in North Canterbury in searing temperatures.
Keep the kids entertained with a reading adventure
Keep the kids entertained with a reading adventure
The Waimakariri Libraries’ summer reading challenge has been given an adventure twist with a new name - Quest for the Quill.