Canterbury
Chairlift may have spread Port Hills fire, Christchurch man says
A Christchurch man who lost his home in the Port Hills fire says video appears to show the chairlift spreading the fire. He says he's been searching for answers for months, but no one is helping.
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Port Hills locals demand justice for suspected arson
Port Hills locals are furious one of two massive Christchurch fires was suspicious and want anyone found responsible to be punished.
Cause of Port Hills blaze suspicious
A criminal investigation has been launched into one of the two fires which broke out on the Port Hills in Christchurch in February.
Elderly woman fed up with scam callers
An elderly Christchurch woman has been inundated with calls from phone scammers, once getting bothered four times in a single night.
Police work to identify tavern robbers
Police are trying to identify two men who robbed the Golden Mile Tavern in Templeton, Christchurch, overnight.
Canterbury DHB disputes Treasury report
It's unacceptable Canterbury DHB's management were not spoken to before publication of a report criticising its financial performance, and some claims are inaccurate, the acting chair says.
The Ropers – Red Onion Royalty
Lance and Makereta Roper's 62-hectare property near Lincoln produces 500 to 800 tonnes of red peeled onions a year, as well as growing pumpkins, peas and beans. The family business employs eight… Audio
The Ropers – Red Onion Royalty
Lance and Makereta Roper's 62-hectare property near Lincoln produces 500 to 800 tonnes of red peeled onions a year, as well as growing pumpkins, peas and beans. The family business employs eight…
AudioWoman who strangled boyfriend with cable gets six years jail
Zariah Jae Samson strangled her boyfriend of seven weeks to death with a computer cable after an argument about "trust issues". Audio
Sea change on the Kaikōura coast
The Kaikōura earthquake has brought upheaval to the area's marine environment, with the coast rising up to six metres in places. Video
Hazardous materials truck fire prompts evacuation
A truck fire involving hazardous material that's closed the main route between Picton and Christchurch is still smouldering, keeping the road shut.
Could the age of the steam train return?
Sam Mackwell, 23, is a man with a plan. He wants to bring back the sound of steam engines to Christchurch, and with it environmentally friendly commuter rail. Audio
Polar blast couldn't keep Chch Cup crowds away
Snow hail and rain in Christchurch didn't stop thousands of people turning out for an America's Cup parade in the city this afternoon. Video
It's Snowing on the America's Cup
The America's Cup endured rain in Auckland last week, narrowly missed the fog in Wellington yesterday and now it's facing snow in Christchurch. The welcoming parade started at noon, with onlookers… Audio
'You hear too many stories of people not being referred'
Canterbury surgeons are so worried about rising bowel cancer among young people that they're running free clinics to check symptoms. Audio
Worrying rise in bowel cancer amongst younger people
Bowel cancer rates amongst young people are on the rise and Canterbury surgeons are so worried about it; they're running free clinics for those with symptoms. Bowel cancer is the second most common… Audio
Alarms raised over lack of cellphone reception on Inland Rd
The Inland Road has become a popular route following the Kaikoura earthquake last year, but those living along it say minor crashes have highlighted the dangers associated with much of the road being… Audio
Big Chill brings snow and ice to the South Island
A polar blast is sweeping up the South Island, disrupting flights and causing "treacherous" road conditions. Video, Audio
Log burner ban sparks anger in Timaru
The regional council's ban on older log burners has ignited anger among residents.
Concerns Hurunui businesses missing out on quake support
The Hurunui District mayor is concerned only one business in his district is benefiting from a government support grant to help quake hit businesses.
