Canterbury farmer's only way out under threat
A farmer in the Canterbury high country still cleaning up after last month's flood.
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The Government says the forecast for local councils appears grim without reform.
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Doris Wakelin is heading to 'the end of the road' and is unsure of her need for a jab.
'Senseless' PM disappointed at Ashburton memorial vandalism
Ardern met with Mid Canterbury community and rural leaders in Ashburton this week.
Ashburton mayor frustrated at another second bridge setback
Calls to speed up plans for a second bridge were made following the recent floods.
PM commits $4 million for Mid Canterbury farmers affected by floods
Jacinda Ardern has spent the day in Canterbury, which was devastated by torrential rain.
Ashburton flooding: Farmers call for more financial support to ease pressure
Ashburton farmers could take months, if not years, to recover from recent flooding.
Missing man mystery: Lack of answers adds to heartbreak
Christopher Bates' parents hope someone remembers something that leads to their son.
More rain for Canterbury: Metservice keeping close eye on situation
Rain is expected to hit the east of the South Island this weekend.
Four killed in horror crash named by police
Three of the people were from Christchurch and one from Auckland.
If Auckland can get a new bridge, Ashburton should get one too - mayor
Auckland always gets a better deal than Ashburton, says the local mayor.
Horror Ashburton crash: Victim's family beg drivers to take care
Family of van driver killed in a horror crash at Ashburton shares road safety plea.
Queen's birthday road toll: Three dead on New Zealand's roads, equals 2020
The long weekend road toll is equal to that of 2020 when three people also died.
Horror Ashburton crash: Driver of van remembered for his smile
The driver of the van involved in a crash that killed four is remembered for his smile.
'Like a bomb': Neighbour describes horror crash that killed four
The double-vehicle crash happened just outside Ashburton yesterday morning.
One moment of inattention costs four lives in horror crash
Police rue terrible start to Queens Birthday long weekend.
Grim start to long weekend: Four dead in van and truck crash
"This is an absolute tragedy," area commander Inspector David Gaskin said.
Canterbury state of emergency to continue for week in worst-hit areas
The extended state of emergency provides reassurance for farmers in the recovery phase.
Canterbury flooding: Railway damage worse than first believed
South Island's rail network took a battering.
Trucks allowed on Ashburton River bridge during daylight hours
The crossing has been closed on and off since Tuesday.
Canterbury flooding: Crew risked own lives to save trio caught in 'raging torrents'
Air Force crew risked own lives to save trio caught in 'raging torrents' in Canterbury.
Vital SH1 link restored: 'Slumping' Ashburton Bridge reopens for light traffic
NZTA had been testing the damaged bridge through Tuesday afternoon and evening.
What caused the Canterbury flood? Three questions answered
We can't call it a 'one-in-100 year' event, but can say climate change likely contributed.
Canterbury flooding: Impact of hundred-year rain revealed as skies finally clear
"A big clean up job lies ahead of us," PM Jacinda Ardern says.
Canterbury flooding: Rail network takes a battering
KiwiRail boss says repairs will take days.
Ashburton bridge to close for several days, alternate route expected tonight
Water levels slowly easing as hundreds of people plan to return to evacuated homes.
Ashburton bridge 'slumping' after flooding event, alternate route expected tonight
All other road options south from Ashburton are closed.
Canterbury flooding: PM gets aerial tour of soaked region
Bridges washed out, whole farms under water, as sun comes out.
Heartbreak, community spirit as flooding hits homes
Mop-ups under way already but torrential rain continues to fall.
5.5 magnitude quake in Fiordland; Ashburton cut off to north; more evacuations in Canterbury
People in parts of Canterbury are being ordered to head to higher ground.
Ashburton residents urged to keep bags packed as river levels drop
River levels have been falling but it could take two or three more days to drain.
Live: 'Evacuate now' - Flood gate opens on Waimakariri River
Dozens of schools are closed and residents are on standby as heavy rain continues to fall.