Electricity price hike looking more likely in the south
Aurora Energy wants to invest $520 million in fixing its deteriorating networks.
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Flying in the face of reason or not?
Christchurch International Airport wants to develop a new airport on farmland at Tarras.
Christchurch Girls' High school block rebuild a 'tricky road' - board chair
After independent reviews, the ministry has agreed to rebuild the main and tech block.
Lucky Palmerston North resident wins $14.3m
The golden ticket was sold at Melody's New World in Palmerston North.
Kiwi health tech firm poised to leap-frog competitors
Coveted European certification will help elbow past rivals in $200b global market.
'Horrifically tone-deaf': Council grapples with new planning rules
The new rules would increase building heights and scrap car-parking requirements.
How did Cantabrians vote on the referendums?
Three electorates voted in favour of legalising cannabis while four voted against.
Canterbury mayor on verge of finishing 180km charity ride
The journey from Arthur's Pass to the shores of Lake Ellesmere began on November 9.
Christchurch school evacuated after bomb threats
The school was evacuated at about 11.10am for an hour.
North Canterbury man dies in accidental shooting
Police were called to the property in the Hurunui District on Sunday afternoon.
Rising sea levels: Chch council agrees to start adaption planning
About 25,000 properties will be exposed to coastal flooding over the next 100 years.
Peter Ellis appeal: New complainant comes forward
They have come forward decades after he was convicted of abusing kids at childcare centre.
Rare ducklings to be sent to Christchurch 'wild duck school'
The ducklings will go to the Isaac Conservation & Wildlife Trust.
Canterbury mums with postnatal depression waiting months for help
One mum was told due to the wait list there will be no appointments until the New Year.
The future of the frontline: Hijab introduced to police uniform, first officer to wear it 'proud'
Police design branded hijab as part of front line uniform, to be worn first by Zeena Ali
Controversial boarding house in Christchurch gets green light
Residents say it would change the dynamic of the community.
CDHB slammed for unjustified dismissal; must pay worker $42k
The CDHB was ordered to pay the worker $15,863.60 in lost wages and $27,000 compensation.
Christchurch Girls' High building set for quake rebuild as ministry backflips
Construction is likely to start in late 2022.
Controversial start but deserving winner at NZ Cup
Self Assured headed a trifecta of training greatness in the New Zealand Trotting Cup.
'People are really seeing these large South Island black cats'
Yes, the sightings are genuine, expert says. But they're almost certainly not panthers.
What's the right game plan for the city council over the next decade?
The Long Term Plan 2021-2031 will set the strategic direction of the council.
Strict conditions: Parole board to monitor 'untreated' Blenheim sex abuse teacher Jaimee Cooney on release
More details have released about the parole conditions for a sex abusing former teacher
Calls for cuts to neighbourhood BBQ funding ignored
A further $24,631.24 has been allocated towards barbecues across Christchurch.
White supremacist wants NZ authorities to pay legal bills
Philip Arps was found metres from mosque during March 15 gunman's sentencing.
Ex-husband guilty of frenzied daytime murder of Auckland librarian
The man admitted he must have stabbed ex-wife but insisted he had no desire to harm her.
Heat returning to South Island this week
Christchurch is expected to warm up each day this week.
Safety upgrades to reduce Christchurch road's high crash rate
Dyers Pass Rd will be widened in places and 3km of guardrail will be installed.
Hunt for the good Samaritan: Christchurch man looking for mystery driver
The man burnt his hand after the front seat of his car went up in flames.
Cup Day 2020: Christchurch flocks to sold-out Addington
12,000 tickets sold for prestigious social and sporting event.
$10m Christchurch youth hub takes major step forward
The development will provide accommodation for up to 40 young people in need.
Seal pup euthanised after being run over on Christchurch beach
The pup was found on the beach last Thursday afternoon.