Parking camera car sparks public outcry in Ashburton
There has been public backlash to a trial of a camera-fitted car catching overstaying parkers in Ashburton. Ashburton…
National ticketing system rolls out on Christchurch public transport
When the New Zealand Transport Agency signed off on an integrated national ticketing system in 2009, John Key…
Rubbish dumped and set alight on Canterbury beach
A Rakaia fisherman has complained to authorities after filming a man dumping trash on the beach and setting…
Sale of historic high-country station expected to draw global interest
Strong global interest is anticipated in the sale of a historic high-country station in Canterbury’s Southern Alps. Mt…
Teen took own life after porn triggered mental health struggle
Warning: This story discusses suicide and mental health, and may upset some readers. A teenager’s suicide has highlighted…
Amberley subdivision approved amid concerns
A new 42-home subdivision at Amberley has been given the go ahead despite concerns about traffic and water…
Motorbike gets a sticker from police over unpaid fines
Police have seized a motorbike, brand new power tools and more than $9000 in cash during a search…
Teen domestic violence survivor runs 300km for charity
A teenage survivor of domestic violence has braved snow, wind, and rain to complete a 300km run from…
Suspected lightning strikes knocked out two water plants
Suspected lightning strikes struck two different water supplies during the wild weather on Thursday. Both Methven’s water supply…
Multiple large fires in Kaikōura, schools and homes evacuated
Schools and residents are being evacuated in Kaikōura this afternoon as Fire and Emergency NZ battles “multiple large…
One dead, another critically injured after Canterbury house fire
One person has died and another person has been taken to hospital in critical condition after a house…
Emergency operations centre activated on West Coast amid slips, flooding
An emergency operations centre has been activated by the Grey District Council this afternoon as heavy rain lashes…