Potentially toxic algae found in Christchurch pond following dog's death
Signs have been erected warning dog owners to keep their pets out of the pond after tests found potential toxic algae blooms.
TSB to close three Taranaki branches, open one in Christchurch
Three New Plymouth TSB branches will close early next year as they are “merged” with larger ones. Meanwhile, a branch will be opened in Christchurch next month.
New waste reduction plan tackles 'throw-away' culture
The new plan aims to reduce the amount of waste being dumped by Christchurch residents but has no set targets.
Water bottling fight goes to Court of Appeal
An anti-water bottling lobby group is embroiled in a longstanding battle with Environment Canterbury and two of the country’s largest water bottling operators.
The argument against pre-departure testing after fishermen test positive for Covid-19
Leading microbiologist Siouxsie Wiles says people who test negative before boarding a plane can still be incubating the virus.
One person dead after boating incident near Kaiapoi
A person has died following a boating incident near Kaiapoi in North Canterbury.
Court Theatre rejects idea of year-long Covid closure and launches new season
Smaller casts, shared production costs and safety plans are planned for the new season of musicals, plays and comedies at Christchurch's Court Theatre.
Teen dies in hospital after being found unconscious in overloaded car
Canterbury teen Matthew Nichols, 19, has died nearly three days after he was found “unresponsive” in the boot of an overloaded SUV.
Door-knock warning from police in central Dunedin
A religious survey, or something other? Police are investigating reports of two men suspiciously door-knocking homes in Dunedin.
When A City Rises film made 'by us, for us and about
Musical director Ben Edwards know more about rebuilding than most
Police raid Otago houses in battle against meth trade
Four people arrested after police raid several properties in Dunedin and Oamaru in their ongoing fight to disrupt the supply of methamphetamine.
Another parking warrior leaves abusive note on disabled person's car in Rangiora
A Kaikōura woman was left shaken after being targeted by Rangiora’s latest self-appointed parking warrior.
Seven suspicious fires within a month at Christchurch's Bottle Lake Forest
All seven fires are believed to be linked and have been progressively increasing in size, leaving firefighters worried a massive wildfire could be next.
House destroyed by fire on the West Coast
At least one person was able to escape unscathed when a house erupted in flames near Hokitika.
Steak and donuts found in North Canterbury recycling inspection
In three months, 179 truckloads of Waimakariri’s recycling was dumped due to rubbish contamination – an extra cost to ratepayers of $122,700.
Millionaire denies abandoning ex-America's Cup yacht being sold by Queenstown council
The council is selling the boat, likely because of unpaid mooring fees, but owner Geoff Hunt says he was never sent a bill.
Lincoln Uni 'unlikely' to take disciplinary action after drug-arrests at Garden Party
Thirteen people were arrested for drug-related offending, six for disorder and three for trespassing at the annual end-of-lectures party.
Catholic cathedral's iconic copper dome could be sold as salvage
Hundreds of historic tiles and tonnes of Oamaru stone could end up in landfill as part of the Catholic cathedral demolition in Christchurch.
Christchurch development Collett's Corner more than halfway to fundraising goal
The ambitious Christchurch development, featuring apartments and a wellness centre, is using crowdfunding to finance the build.
Applications flooding in as deadline for government on-solds programme looms
Cantabrians worried about botched repairs to homes they bought after the quakes are rushing to sign up to a taxpayer-funded scheme likely to cost $300m.
City council approves $12m rescue buy-up for Christchurch Town Hall company
The Christchurch City Council has voted to inject another $12 million into an already blown out repair cost for The Town Hall.
Christchurch stadium design and build contractor to be chosen by end of year
The roof for Christchurch's new multi-use arena will cost $67.2 million alone – just $20m less than the main structure itself, new documents suggest.
Blistering court judgment against Eric Watson
OPINION: This really does seem to be a cautionary tale of hubris and a spectacular fall from metaphorical grace and actual wealth
Carping over goldfish doubt
OPINION: Say what you like about goldfish – and say it to their faces – you will not trouble them.
Labour must govern in its own right
OPINION: This result is thunderous endorsement of PM Ardern's crisis management. A coalition with the Greens is anathema to blue voters who entrusted Labour with their vote.
In defence of the RMA
OPINION: It would be unfortunate if the good features of the RMA were lost in a rush for “reform"
Bubble toil and trouble - NZ arrivals caught in Australia's internal bickering.
OPINION: Them's the rules. Whatever they are.
TSB to close three Taranaki branches, open one in Christchurch
Three New Plymouth TSB branches will close early next year as they are “merged” with larger ones. Meanwhile, a branch will be opened in Christchurch next month.
ACT wins over pub owner
ACT's David Seymour has made the right calls on the right issues, Joshua Lilley believes.
NZ Post hikes YouShop prices, scraps US economy option
Landing those must-have items from the UK and US will cost more from November 1.
Love at 'second sight' for Christchurch icecream makers
From travelling the world together, to serving up icecream - this is the sweet life of Mandy and Sebastian.
Catholic cathedral's iconic copper dome could be sold as salvage
Hundreds of historic tiles and tonnes of Oamaru stone could end up in landfill as part of the Catholic cathedral demolition in Christchurch.
How George Bower went from All Blacks' tackling bag to actual All Black
George Bower is an All Black for real this time, unlike a couple of years ago when he was paid $150 to act like one.
Rugby clubs learn lessons on sportsmanship after spectator charged
West Coast Rugby Union clubs have called for better sportsmanship after a heated match ended with an assault charge.
Tributes flow for Neill Ridley
Horse trainer who won three Great Western Steeplechases in Riverton will have his funeral at the Riccarton Racecourse on Friday.
New home for Christchurch netball seeks $1m ratepayer loan
Developers of a $20 million indoor sports facility in Christchurch are seeking a $1m ratepayer loan, but the city council is recommending it grant half that.
Mitre 10 Cup: Waikato score 89th minute try to pip Canterbury by one-point
In a match which went about as long as last week's Bledisloe Cup thriller, Waikato condemned Canterbury to their third one-point loss of the season.
Court Theatre rejects idea of year-long Covid closure and launches new season
Smaller casts, shared production costs and safety plans are planned for the new season of musicals, plays and comedies at Christchurch's Court Theatre.
When A City Rises film made 'by us, for us and about
Musical director Ben Edwards know more about rebuilding than most
Explore Antarctica without leaving Christchurch with new interactive audio tour
Hear the wind on the ice, husky dogs barking and explorers encouraging one another in a 90-minute tour of the city through 17 geo-location audio clips.
'Denim Don' releases debut album after 60 years of dreaming
When Don Coulter played his first gig in the 50s, it was illegal to dance on Sundays. Now the 77-year-old's first record is aptly titled One Sin At A Time.
