Armed drug robbers charged

Two men have been charged with a spate of armed robberies at pharmacies around Christchurch city, after they were arrested on Friday night.

Catley jailed for sexual abuse of boys

By GILES BROWN - The Press

A prosperous Christchurch businessman has been sent to jail for subjecting three boys to "heinous" sexual abuse.

Non-Christian volunteers not wanted by food bank organiser

By SHANE COWLISHAW - The Press

A Christchurch food bank wants volunteers to deliver its food parcels, but only if they are Christian.

Council's $686,000 monthly rent due

The Press

The first monthly rent cheque of nearly $700,000 for Christchurch's new civic building will be paid in a fortnight.