Canterbury
Farmers in Canterbury assess the damage
It had been an anxious night for Peter Schouzen, who owns three farms on Eyre river. The rising waters forced him to evacuate his family form their home in Waimakariri yesterday, he spent the night at… Audio
Farmer urges care for neighbours
Federated Farmers Mid-Canterbury President David Clark says farmers are gravely concerned about their stock, with access in some parts impossible. Audio
Rivers surge in Canterbury
Kathryn speaks to RNZ reporter Conan Young who is on the ground as the red alert warning remains in place in Canterbury. Audio
Ashburton braces as the rain continues
First this morning, the situation in Canterbury where a second day of heavy rain has swollen rivers to dangerous levels, washed out bridges and forced the evacuation of hundreds of residents. Kathryn… Audio
Live football: Wellington Phoenix draw 2-2 with Perth Glory
The Wellington Phoenix's A-League clash with Perth Glory at Eden Park in Auckland this afternoon has ended in a 2-2 draw.
Severe weather update with Philip Duncan
It's going to be a weekend of wet and wild weather in Canterbury. Philip Duncan joins the show for an update on what's happening in southern and central Canterbury and what people can expect from here… Audio
Canterbury rain: 'There could be significant problems'
The most significant rainfall in 10 years is predicted to fall in the Canterbury region this weekend.
Charities split $200,000 profit after successful launch of foundation
A new charity in Christchurch is building homes with a purpose - it is aiming to donate the profit from sales to local charities supporting disadvantaged youth.
Kaikoura council unanimously votes 'no' to Māori ward
The creation of a Māori ward has been voted down by Kaikōura District Council, bucking a national trend.
Myrtle rust found in Christchurch, more expected in region
Myrtle rust has been found on a hedge in Ōtautahi-Christchurch, the furthest south an established infection of the plant disease has been seen.
Myrtle rust found in Chch - 'I wasn't very happy' says DOC staffer
The tree disease myrtle rust has been found in Ōtautahi-Christchurch - the farthest south an established infection has been discovered. Myrtle rust has been spreading rapidly across the country since… Audio
Waiau Lodge fire treated as suspicious
A fire that destroyed an historical North Canterbury hotel is being treated as suspicious.
Wāhine Māori Pathways prison programme: High hopes for reducing recidivism
Connecting with Māori roots in prison "may be the thing that will save your life", a former inmate says.
Calls for legal action over death of woman in elderly care facility
Legal action and fundamental reform of the aged care sector is being urged after a report into the death of a woman at a Timaru rest home. Audio
Christchurch climate strategy lacks a real plan - experts
Academics and activists say construction of a new airport and rebuilding a city in concrete and steel simply don't square with ambitions to become carbon neutral.
Trust wants to sell homes for half the national average
A Canterbury trust aims to build and sell 10 houses at less than half the average national price in a bid to bring new skills to a quake-hit town.
New app may revolutionise kids' epilepsy treatment
A New Zealand dietician has helped develop an app set to revolutionise the way some children are treated for epilepsy.
Historic hotel fire a blow for Waiau community
The North Canterbury community is in shock over a blaze that destroyed of an historic hotel.
Penguins find cosy retreat on Flea Bay farm
Farming at Pōhatu Flea Bay on Banks Peninsula is a labour of love for Francis and Shireen Helps. Determined to protect ecologically significant land, they have established several QEII covenants on… Audio
ECan councillors in a flap over rates rise debate
There was confusion at the Canterbury Regional Council meeting this morning, as it met to deliberate on its long-term plan.