Canterbury
'It brought everyone together': Moves to restore much loved pub
The Dux de Lux pub in Christchurch could be set to open its doors again if enough money can be raised to restore it. Audio
The story behind 'Give it a boot, Robbie'
On this day in 1982, a big run began for Ottowan and their one-hit wonder, 'Hands Up.' The track was camped at the top of the New Zealand charts for nine weeks. And then another local song borrowed… Audio
Search for Wayne Taylor: Body found at base of cliff
Search teams looking for missing man Wayne Taylor have found a body at the base of a cliff north of Kaikōura.
Enchanted forest facing axe: ‘Storm in a fairy tea cup’
It appears not everyone has been taken in by the magic of Methven's Enchanted Forest.
More uptake of central city offices in Christchurch and Wellington
Research from commercial real estate firm CBRE says it partially reflects strong economic growth following lockdowns last year.
Temel Atacocugu finishes 350km Walk for Peace
A survivor of the Christchurch mosque attacks has finished a gruelling 360 kilometre walk to arrive at Al Noor Mosque. Audio
'All round pretty irresponsible': Covid-19 fears for some after rowdy party
University of Canterbury's Ilam Fields has become home to uncontrolled parties taking place instead of traditional Orientation Week events, which were canned due to Covid-19 restrictions..
Owners of untidy central Christchurch properties may see rates quadrupled
Financial incentives and penalties may be used to get unkempt lots tidied up in the city centre.
Canterbury DHB defers operations due to Covid-related staff shortages
More than 500 of the region's doctors, nurses and allied health staff are off sick with the virus, isolating or caring for whānau.
Rise in abusive calls forces food bank to take action
A Christchurch food bank has had to install a new phone system to record calls after an increase in abuse from clients.
Police trial unmarked police motorbike in Canterbury
An unmarked police motorbike is being trialled in Canterbury.
Ratepayers bite back over plans for 9.4 percent average rate rise
Ashburton District Council's "no frills' budget still delivers the biggest rate rise in over a decade - and it hasn't gone down well with the public.
Safety fears over delay to lowering speed limit
Ashburton's Deputy Mayor has been left frustrated after being told it will be two years before the Transport Agency Waka Kotahi could lower a speed limit on a 300 metre stretch of road on the… Audio
Temel Atacocugu to continue Walk for Peace after hospital stay
Christchurch mosque massacre survivor Temel Atacocugu is being discharged from Timaru Hospital today and will continue his journey from Dunedin to Christchurch.
Christchurch DHB almost at patient capacity as Covid peak approaches
Canterbury's DHB is already teetering on patient capacity, three weeks away from an expected peak of Covid-19 cases.
Cranmer Square protesters dwindle amid deadline to leave
Protesters opposing Covid-19 vaccine mandates appear to be sticking to their word and packing up their illegal camp in a central Christchurch park.
Cranmer Square protesters told to leave by Thursday
Protesters illegally camped at Christchurch's Cranmer Square for nearly four weeks have been asked to leave by Thursday.
Ashburton councillors questioning climate change 'embarrassing', colleague says
Ashburton councillors questioning the authenticity of climate change have been labelled "embarrassing" by one of their own.
Christ Church Cathedral restoration still on track for completion in 2027
Progress is steady for the Christ Church Cathedral restoration, but locals cannot expect to see a finished building any time soon.
Three killed in crashes this weekend
Three people have been killed in crashes this weekend, in Auckland, north of Auckland, and Canterbury.
