The death of a North Canterbury father known for his warmth, generosity, and dedication to his children has prompted an outpouring of support from the local community. Ndafunzwa Musesengwa was killed ...

World War I battlefield remains unearthed by wildfires and rain on the Gallipoli Peninsula have been respectfully covered by a small New Zealand team ahead of Anzac Day commemorations. Members of the ...

Drivers heading south of Christchurch through Mid Canterbury this Easter and Anzac week are being urged to plan ahead, with two major highway reconstruction sites active near Ashburton. NZ Transport ...

The North Canterbury basketball community is grieving the tragic loss of a much loved supporter, Ndafunzwa Musesengwa, who died in a car accident on Tuesday. Described as a devoted, hardworking, and ...

This year’s national Matariki celebrations will shine a spotlight on Puanga, recognising the star’s importance in Māori astronomical traditions and the diverse ways iwi across New Zealand mark the ...

Christchurch’s beloved Holi Festival of Colour is set to return to Hagley Park on Saturday 26 April, bringing with it a vibrant explosion of culture, music, food and, of course, colour. Now in its ...

Four privately owned baches at Taylors Mistake will be demolished after the owners agreed to Christchurch City Council’s assessment that they pose serious health, safety, and environmental risks. The ...

Christchurch residents are being asked to have their say on new proposals aimed at tackling alcohol-related issues in the city. The Christchurch City Council has released its Draft Local Alcohol ...

The UK Supreme Court has ruled that the legal definition of “woman” in the Equality Act 2010 refers only to biological females. The decision confirms that transgender women – even those with a Gender ...

Canterbury Police are urging rural motorists to drive with care this Easter following two fatal crashes in just two hours on Tuesday. In the 18 months leading up to this week, 26 people were killed on ...

Christchurch families can look forward to a weekend of Easter-themed activities, with everything from bunny hunts and arts and crafts to classical music and environmental education on offer. At the ...

Thousands are expected to gather next to the Citizens’ War Memorial to mark New Zealand’s 1915 Gallipoli Campaign. Veterans will meet at the Worcester Boulevard bridge at 6.15am on Friday 25 April and ...