City council votes 11-6 to enforce excess water use charge as part 10-year budget
The city council has voted to charge residents for excess water use, give the Arts Centre a $5.5m, grant, keep the Riccarton bus lounge open, and retain the mobile library for now.
Repairs will allow for future adjustments to Ashburton River bridge
The bridge that severed the South Island’s main transport link will be repaired so it can be easily relevelled in future.
Cycleway programme accelerated as mayor accused of trying to stymie debate
The Christchurch City Council has approved a $242 million spend on cycling projects, despite five councillors' bid to defer them.
Rugby suspension after insults hurled during Christchurch high school game
A Cashmere High School student has been disciplined and the school is still investigating after reports of racial slurs being hurled during an under-15 match.
Unlicensed immigration adviser must return $74,000 to clients
Would-be migrants to New Zealand have been warned to be careful seeking help after a Christchurch business owner was caught working as an unlicensed adviser.
Volunteer firefighter back on the end of a hose after learning to walk again
Two days after battling wild bush fires, Greg Barrett was hospitalised for three months with a debilitating illness. That was just the start of a long recovery.
Taco fans queue to be first to order at South Island's first Taco Bell
Taco Bell superfan Jessa Arcayera waited 90 minutes in line to get her hands on her favourite order when the first Christchurch store opened on Monday.
Pilot flew tourists to Queenstown in aircraft with severely damaged propeller
Nathan Dale-Emberton knew the plane had been damaged by stones during the takeoff run at Milford Sound, but still used it to fly six passengers.
Leading by example or re-inventing wheel? Christchurch adopts climate strategy
Two councillors voted against the city's new climate plan, with one saying poverty is a bigger issue and another saying the strategy doesn't go far enough.
Child's toy gun sparks armed police response in Dunedin
Reports of a gun being brandished out a car window turned out to be nothing more than a toy story.
Ashburton woman's worst fears realised after losing second husband in bike crash
Jude Huria worried every time her husband David rode off on his cherished Harley-Davidson. Then, on June 6, the "gentle soul" and talented artist was killed.
Two dogs stolen from locked kennels in Central Otago found, but mistreated
Arlo and Wolf were taken from a property in Clyde on June 8, and later recovered injured, underweight and nervous. Police say the offender is a "heartless criminal".
Officials wanted to remove motorway noise results from public newsletter
Transport officials promised “open and honest communication” around a new motorway into Christchurch. Then they tried to hide noise test results from worried residents.
Panic buying ahead of lockdown on par with Christmas rushes
A rush to stockpile items in a crisis is a very human coping mechanism that shouldn’t necessarily be condemned, researchers say.
Penny Ashton brings her award-winning show back to her home town
Olive Copperbottom, inspired by Charles Dickens, is the story of “a straight young lady who is jostled by a cavalcade of gin-soaked Victorians”.
'Sugar daddy' not guilty of rape but guilty of other charges
Name suppression ends for former long-distance truck driver, Dion Lance McKenzie.
Police and ambulance called to assault at Christchurch hostel
Two people have been taken to hospital following an assault at a hostel in the suburb of Phillipstown.
Covid-19: Vaccinating the world quickly is achievable
OPINION: We need 17 vaccine production lines and US$9.4 billion.
It's not the film. It's the approach to the film
OPINION: A sensitively-produced film holds the potential to spread important messages to a global audience interested in what happened here.
No country for old men (or women)
OPINION: Shame on the Government dragging its heels on giving retirement village residents a fairer go.
A toff's guide to grass and sausages
OPINION: A book so fusty and English, it's like stumbling into the attic of a top hat shop.
The America's Cup continues its natural evolution
OPINION/SATIRE: "So we thought let's go the whole hog and make it literally all about money.”
Unlicensed immigration adviser must return $74,000 to clients
Would-be migrants to New Zealand have been warned to be careful seeking help after a Christchurch business owner was caught working as an unlicensed adviser.
Te Pae looking for 100 new staff before October opening
From baristas to technicians, New Zealand's newest convention centre is looking for 100 new staff.
Sports turf pioneer Steve Mexted lived for a challenge
Steve Mexted overcame diabetes to build a successful sports turf company.
Eagle Brewing rebrands after ex-owner's offensive Facebook post
The North Canterbury brewery and pub has been rebranded as Five Peaks Brew Co, hoping it will give the beleaguered business a fresh start.
Restaurant owner banned and fined after badly treating and underpaying staff
Staff at the popular Indian eateries worked long hours — many unpaid — and were kept out of sight. Then some began recording evidence.
Karin Burger shines in record-breaking win for Mainland Tactix
The Tactix goal defence made six interceptions in a defensive masterclass.
Rugby suspension after insults hurled during Christchurch high school game
A Cashmere High School student has been disciplined and the school is still investigating after reports of racial slurs being hurled during an under-15 match.
Hawks deliver statement win over Saints
In a rematch of the 2019 NBL final, Hawks show their title credentials holding off the Saints for confidence-boosting win.
The phone call that changed Kimiora Poi's netball career
Kimiora Poi planned to play for Central's second-tier team in 2018 until a move to the Tactix eventuated. Her netball career has since taken off.
Season review: Crusaders won the trophy they wanted most
OPINION: The Crusaders didn't reach their lofty goal of winning two competitions, but they won the one that really matters.
Taco fans queue to be first to order at South Island's first Taco Bell
Taco Bell superfan Jessa Arcayera waited 90 minutes in line to get her hands on her favourite order when the first Christchurch store opened on Monday.
Penny Ashton brings her award-winning show back to her home town
Olive Copperbottom, inspired by Charles Dickens, is the story of “a straight young lady who is jostled by a cavalcade of gin-soaked Victorians”.
Long delayed and over budget art museum to open in Christchurch in October
The opening of a new $16 million art museum in central Christchurch has been delayed by six months due to Covid-related supply problems.
Irish charm in abundance at new show
OPINION: If you like your musicals charming, and intimate, with a fantastic collection of indie-folk songs then the Court Theatre's Once will be right up your street.
