Maja Burry
Water consent could be used to export bottled water
A Canterbury regional councillor says it's concerning a lucrative water consent attached to a former wool-scouring plant could be used to export bottled water. Audio
Govt urged to act on Christ Church Cathedral decision
The Greater Christchurch Buildings Trust warns if the government doesn't step in and force a decision before September, the quake damaged building will remain in a state of decay for years to come. Video, Audio
Frustration in Christchurch over cathedral delays
Christchurch Cathedral process described as "a shambles." Audio
Silver Fern Farms Ashburton sheepmeat plant closure a 'big blow'
Farming The Meatworkers Union says Silver Fern Farms' plan to close its Ashburton sheepmeat plant is a big blow for the community. About 370 workers will be affected by the closure. Audio
Employers urged to give offenders second chances
The Corrections Minister, Louise Upston, says people are less likely to re-offend if they have a stable job. She's urging businesses to give people a chance. Audio
New Kaikoura business group says some are close to collapse
Kaikoura retailers and traders are banding together in the hopes of surviving the months ahead as some face having to close for good if visitor numbers continue to dwindle. Audio
Invercargill mayor worried about influx of refugees
Invercargill will be the seventh settlement location for refugees settling into life in New Zealand, but mayor Tim Shadbolt is concerned about further pressure on the city's housing and employment… Audio
Widespread demand for Pike River video to be released
Victims' families say to remove any doubts of a cover up, the Government needs to release all of the footage gathered from the Pike River Mine since the 2010 disaster. Video, Audio
Kaikoura businesses worried they'll be refused assistance
Kaikoura business owners are concerned they'll be left out of the $1 million grant programme announced today by The Economic Development Minister Simon Bridges. Audio
Cyclones bring reprieve for drought-plagued North Canterbury
Recent rainfall has turned parched paddocks green in North Canterbury and caused one creek to flow for the first time in three years. Video, Audio
Kaikoura quake's unexpected benefit - erosion protection
The massive Kaikoura earthquake may have saved the town from having to spend millions of dollars protecting itself from coastal erosion. Audio
Lyttelton Port plans to expand
Lyttelton Port Company unveils big expansion plans but wants to keep the local community on board. Audio
Westland mayor reassuring ratepayers as two executives under investigation
Westland mayor Bruce Smith announced yesterday his council's chief executive Tanya Winter had been suspended. Audio
Hospital staff fear for their safety after assault
The Christchurch District Health Board is increasing security patrols and looking at a shuttle service for staff after a nurse was attacked on Saturday morning walking to her car. Audio
Troy Taylor found guilty of the murder of Ihaka Stokes
There was shock on the face of Troy Taylor when a jury found him guilty of murder this afternoon. Maja Burry reports. Video, Audio
Troy Taylor found guilty of killing Ihaka Stokes
A jury has found Troy Taylor guilty of the assault and murder of 15-month-old Ihaka Stokes. RNZ reporter Maja Burry is at the High Court in Christchurch. Video, Audio
Closing statements made in trial of accused baby killer
The trial of Troy Taylor, accused of killing 15-month-old Ihaka Stokes, is coming to an end. Defence and the Crown made closing statements at the High Court in Christchurch today. Audio
Baby murder accused admits he gave false statement to police
Troy Taylor says he lied to police to protect Ihaka Stoke's mother, who he says was to blame for the 15-month-old's death. Audio
Quake-hit North Canterbury farmers in need of accomodation
Many farmers' homes have been red-stickered after the Kaikoura earthquake, but they say they can't leave because their farms aren't just their homes, they're their livelihoods Video, Audio
Trains return to Christchurch's West Coast
Passenger train services were shut down for six weeks after a fire at Waitangi weekend damaged tracks and signalling systems. Video, Audio
