Back to the drawing board on Ashburton water metre plan
The matter was expected to come back to council later this week.
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The incident happened in Aranui on May 1.
Morning traffic delayed after crash on State Highway 1 in Canterbury
Emergency services were called to the crash in Rolleston at about 7.20am.
Surge of 'acutely unwell' people: Dozens of surgeries cancelled
The Canterbury DHB says it was the only way to free up beds.
Brewery owner quits a week after racist comments against Māori
Canterbury businessman Dave Gaughan is quitting his brewing company.
David McPhail funeral: Tears and laughter at legendary funnyman's farewell
The pioneering satirist passed away last week, aged 76.
Truck crashes into railway crossing barrier arm
The incident happened at a railway crossing in Rolleston.
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Fire and Emergency NZ responded to the house fire in Christchurch on Monday.
'People think we have the plague': MIQ workers report discrimination, stigma
More than half of those surveyed reported being treated unfairly due to their work.
David McPhail funeral today: Hundreds to farewell legendary funnyman
The pioneering comedian and satirist passed away last week, aged 76.
Paraglider crash: Emergency services responding
A police spokesperson said a helicopter was on the way.
Armed robberies: Teen charged, appears in court
Cash and cigarettes targeted in spate of armed robberies over weekend.
Millions paid out for injuries caused by man's best friend
ACC has revealed there were 2957 new claims for dog injuries in Christchurch in 2020.
Cold case: Is a Kiwi mum the key to solving 72-year-old mystery?
Mystery may be solved after exhumation order signed off.
'Devastating' fire at historic homestead
Fire crews have successfully extinguished the blaze at Te Kiteroa.
'Atrocious': Police crack down on motorists using phones
The fine for using a phone while driving increased from $80 to $150 from April 30.
Lancaster Park site redevelopment progressing
The history of Lancaster Park dates back to 1880.
Pubs, liquor shops boycott local brewery over racist Māori comments
Singer Ria Hall is leading a charge to boycott the brand over racist comments about Māori.
Person dies in incident involving ride-on lawnmower
Emergency services were called to the incident in Rakaia just after 8.30pm.
Eagle Brewing NZ owner reconsidering position after racist comments
David Gaughan made the comments on Facebook.
Museum row: 'Authoritarian' leadership claims expected to be discussed behind closed doors
Museum board says 'outstanding' director has its full support.
Southern health board to outsource cancer treatment
The radiation oncology treatment waiting list reportedly stands at a record 157 patients.
'Nothing changes': Current staff member of under-fire Canterbury Museum speaks out
Staff say museum's leadership "authoritarian" and "controlled by director".
Blackcurrant the new superfood? Suppliers, producers flock to Foodstuffs expo
More than 300 suppliers, involving 5000 people, have flocked to Hamilton for the event.
Two King Cobras arrested, five people charged over assaults in Christchurch
The new arrests follow the arrests of three other men last Friday.
'Greatly relieved': NG building owners halt destruction of building - for now
A hearing to argue the matter is expected to be held in August.
Covid: Some DHBs to vaccinate whole communities in one go
Some DHBs are sticking to the Government's schedule, others are going their own way.
First snowfall of the year hits south, heavy rain watch for parts of North Island
Unsettled weather conditions are expected around the country today.
'Overburdened, stressed': Museum staff allege 'authoritarian' management style
Long-serving director has full support of the museum board.
One dead after three-car crash north of Christchurch
Emergency services rushed to the scene just after midday.
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