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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.

'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.

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.

'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.

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.

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.

$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.

Picturesque Canterbury movie theatre to reopen after $3.6m restoration
The newly restored Mayfair Arts and Culture Centre will open this month.

Flatmate kidnapped, shot. All over $600
Chantel Anderson wanted vengeance and reached for her gun.

Christchurch Hospital worker knits dogs to comfort children
The toys are given to some of the hospital's child patients, aged between four and 10.

Sexual health clinic opened to support Canterbury youth
The clinic will run as a six month trial.

Last call for Mavis: Canterbury pub sold
Mavis and her husband Neville have sold the pub they have owned for 30 years.

Country cricket wrap: Weedons suffer first loss for the season
Weedons lost by 105 runs to the resurgent Cheviot Magpies.

Investigation into under-fire city councillors 'ongoing'
Phil Mauger used a digger to make a trench in a bid to fix flooding on Pages Road.

Petition demands action over 'potentially hazardous' palm tree
The box, at the Palm Drive and Laguna Gardens intersection, has cracks along the side..

'Strangled with her own hoodie': 14-year-old girl attacked in Christchurch
The alleged assault happened at 3.35pm on Saturday.

Solutions to flooding in the east to be considered
The options are in response to several council resolutions from August last year.