Problem dogs? Councils say it’s the owners, not the rules
A spate of dog attacks has reignited calls for tougher controls — but Ashburton and Selwyn councils say…
Drivers filmed speeding through roadworks in Christchurch
Canterbury police are out in big numbers this week — targeting drivers speeding through roadworks. Operation Safe Works…
Toxic chemical identified in Ashburton school incident
Fire and Emergency NZ (FENZ) has revealed the toxic chemical detected at St Joseph’s school, which led to…
Council tracking risky locations as staff face rising abuse
Selwyn District Council will map high-risk locations across the district amid rising reports of inappropriate behaviour towards staff.…
Identity of man accused of trying to solicit sex from teens suppressed
The identity of a Christchurch man accused of trying to solicit sexual favours from three teenage girls will…
Christchurch couple who found cash in ceiling to be paid $40,000
A Christchurch couple who found $232,400 cash in the ceiling of their house will be paid $40,000 –…
Landlord fined for renting out sheds, shipping containers
A landlord in North Canterbury has been ordered to pay nearly $30,000 after renting out unlawful buildings –…
Jetstar launches new trans-Tasman route out of Christchurch
Jetstar is adding a new international route out of Christchurch, announcing it will begin direct flights to Perth…
Christchurch ratepayers consulted around funding for rebuilds
Christchurch ratepayers are being asked if they want to contribute to the rebuild of four heritage buildings in…
St John, FENZ rush to Ashburton school amid ‘unknown chemical’ report
Fire and Emergency NZ says crews encountered an “unknown chemical” upon arrival at a school in Ashburton this…
Abatement notice issued over wastewater plant stench, over 4500 complaints
Christchurch City Council has been issued with an abatement notice over the foul and persistent stench coming from…
Temps to drop as ‘very cold snap’ forecast for start of autumn
Dust off the winter duvet and warm socks – a “very cold snap” is forecast for parts of…