End of an era: Last Christchurch red-zone house demolished
The five-bedroom home boasted harbour views, native bush, resident llamas and even a turret. But, ten years after the earthquakes, it had to go.
80-year-old retail veteran yet to face a dull day after 64 years in the industry
People often ask Barry Souter when he's going to retire. “Retirement is all about doing what you damn well like, and that’s what I am doing,” he says.
Beachfront plan will revamp seaside suburb, turning New Brighton into a destination
With hospitality outlets, shops and an event space, the complex has been called a "game changer" for the beach suburb.
Suspend the Three Waters reforms. The numbers look ropey
OPINION: An overwhelming refrain from many councils is that the reform programme is based on faulty assumptions and flawed analysis ...
Bowls club on a roll after old site sells for $11.5m
Zoned for apartments and townhouses, the half-hectare site in a prime spot in Christchurch proved to be in hot demand.
Police search for man with multiple warrants for arrest
Police are seeking information as to the whereabouts of Adrian Colbert, who has previously been linked to a racket involving expensive cars.
Covid-19: New gathering limit mixed bag for businesses
The increase in social gatherings to 100 indoors is little benefit to businesses who want the South Island to move to alert level 1.
The council, the killer worm, and the legal stoush
A council wanted a developer to instal fences, stop clearing vegetation, and create special sanctuaries for killer worms. It did not end well.
Water reforms could 'cost ratepayers millions'
The Government’s three waters reform has hit a snag that could cost Christchurch ratepayers millions of dollars, a city councillor says.
Young bookworms have new home in which to bury themselves in tall tales
Owners of Scorpio Books have opened Telling Tales, a new children's bookshop located in central Christchurch.
North Canterbury tree vandals yet to be charged
When the tree was felled, it crashed onto a road, narrowly missing a car driven by a school principal.
Campaign for discounted student bus fares in Christchurch gathers pace
Local councillors, an MP and the residents' association are all backing cheaper student fares and hope the public will follow suit.
Why Aukus is unlikely to halt China's assertive foreign policy
OPINION: The fundamental problem of Aukus is that it is based on a binary view of the Indo-Pacific ...
We all need to help save hospo
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OPINION: While the Government dithers the hospitality industry faces a grim future
A measure of relief for Auckland - but Waikato was let down
OPINION: Auckland had served its time in level 4 lockdown.
Suspend the Three Waters reforms. The numbers look ropey
OPINION: An overwhelming refrain from many councils is that the reform programme is based on faulty assumptions and flawed analysis ...
Two weeks in managed isolation had its positive aspects
OPINION: Managed isolation is not as bad as you think
End of an era: Last Christchurch red-zone house demolished
The five-bedroom home boasted harbour views, native bush, resident llamas and even a turret. But, ten years after the earthquakes, it had to go.
80-year-old retail veteran yet to face a dull day after 64 years in the industry
People often ask Barry Souter when he's going to retire. “Retirement is all about doing what you damn well like, and that’s what I am doing,” he says.
The Crown will not fund Christchurch stadium's extra $50 million cost
The decision shuts off one option the Christchurch City Council was pursuing in a bid to plug the project’s $50m hole.
Tourism New Zealand's website still features a blooming pest
Despite efforts to halt the promotional use of Russell Lupin, the pest plants are still popping up in marketing campaigns.
Lessons for Auckland from Christchurch
Could Auckland's struggling city centre learn from Christchurch's quake recovery? There are more similarities than you might think.
Wise head on young shoulders: Silver Ferns coach full of praise for Tiana Metuarau
The daughter of a Silver Ferns legend, Dame Noeline Taurua says it's no surprise where young shooter gets her calmness and maturity from.
Tiana Metuarau shines as Silver Ferns win opener against England
Talented young goal attack impresses in debut outing as Silver Fern make a winning start to the Taini Jamison Trophy series against England.
The Crown will not fund Christchurch stadium's extra $50 million cost
The decision shuts off one option the Christchurch City Council was pursuing in a bid to plug the project’s $50m hole.
Sam Winders rises from Silver Ferns' scrap heap to key starter
Unwanted by the Silver Ferns for 20 months, 41-test midcourter is now one of the first names on Dame Noeline Taurua's team sheet.
Lockdown life to possible Silver Ferns debut for Grace Nweke
Silver Ferns debutante could go from not shooting a goal since the ANZ Premiership grand final to the red-hot atmosphere of international netball next week.
