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The Kaikōura man rebuilding the family church
If you've taken a drive past Kaikōura on State Highway One lately, you might've noticed some significant changes to a little old stone church. Audio
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ECan braces for more consent headaches
Environment Canterbury says it is on top of its consents processing requirements, after its battles.
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Midday Business News for 13 March 2025
Businesses in Canterbury are feeling positive. Audio
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The women battling for excavator supremacy
History could be made at the National Excavator Operator Competition, where contests have had to dunk basketballs, pour tea, and scoop eggs in heavy machinery.
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Government procurement changes 'backward'
Audio 13 Mar 2025Plans to scrap the requirement for new government buildings to reach a five star sustainability rating are retrograde and will see a race to the bottom according to the Green Building Council. Finance… Audio
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No plans for SH1 safety improvements in Kaikōura, despite concerns
Business owners are worried about safety at a busy intersection where trucks "thunder" through town.
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Kaikōura is booming amid economic uncertainty
The Kaikōura district obtained international dark sky sanctuary status six months ago and it has led to two new business opportunities starting up.
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Rabuka's constitutional amendment bill falls short in parliament
The key changes that the bill sought were to remove the requirement of three-quarters of MPs and three-quarters of registered voters to pass any amendment to the 2013 Constitution.
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Trump prompts surge of Americans to NZ real estate
The number of Americans checking out homes for sale in New Zealand has surged since US President Donald Trump returned to office. Audio
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Basketball: Canterbury Rams shoot for a historic NBL three-peat
The new coach of the Canterbury Rams admits the prospect of an historic three-peat has been touched upon by his players ahead of their NBL season opener.
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New art exhibition explores Pacific immigration challenges
A new art exhibition in Christchurch is using humour to show the hoops Pacific people have to jump through in order to get hold of a New Zealand passport. Audio
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The Australian spider that seems to be spreading across the North Island
In the past nine months, two Huntsman spiders have been spotted in the same Napier suburb, leading arachnologists to suggest that the Australian native may already be establishing itself in the area.
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Dick Frizzell: 'I had my own private world all to myself that no one could enter'
The iconic New Zealand artist calls on his very vivid memories in his new memoir, Hastings: A Boy's Own Adventure, which he wrote in pencil. Audio
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From tenor horn, to horn and tenor
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra principal horn Emma Eden talks to RNZ Concert about her brass band beginnings ahead of her starring role in Benjamin Britten's 'Serenade for Tenor, Horn and Strings'. Audio
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How street art is redefining Christchurch's identity
Christchurch was once known as "the most English city outside of England" but a lot has changed in the 14 years since the magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck on 22 February 2011.
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More listings than sales: How to sell your house
"You need to feed the buyers' greed", a commentator says. Audio
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Is it time to tax charities that make a profit?
Many charitable organisations, such as private schools, universities and churches also run commercial businesses that turn a tidy profit - but under current law, they pay no income tax. Audio
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Greyhound dies after winning race in Christchurch
The dog, Homebush Milo, was the fourth greyhound to die at a race since the Racing Minister announced a ban would be brought in.
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Christchurch speedway accident victim transferred to Auckland
Ruapuna Speedway says a full investigation has been launched into a "freak accident" which left a driver with serious burns.
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Expert urges 'consultation' as Fijians face political overload
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka won enough support in parliament last week to push through a bill for the second reading to amend the constitution.
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Scarves, ferry timetables & old boot fragments on Banks Peninsula
On Banks Peninsula in Canterbury fingers of lava have created a landscape of many deep bays and rugged hills. This is the distinctive setting of our next story and one that has made a deep impression… Audio
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Person in critical condition following speedway crash
The single-car crash forced the cancellation of a sprint car event being held at the Christchurch speedway.
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Police asking for help to find man missing for almost three months
Police and Joshua's family have serious concerns for his wellbeing.
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'Frankly ludicrous': Cost of Christchurch artwork repairs questioned
The Chalice in Cathedral Square was erected in 2001 and will cost $400,000 to restore.
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Ashburton council says flock off to pigeons
The Ashburton District Council plans a $20,000 solution to the pigeon problem plaguing its new $62.1m library and civic centre.
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