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'Mastermind' jailed 11+ years for $11m drug syndicate in Christchurch
The drug ring's "mastermind" received an 11-year prison sentence in Christchurch.
Slip drama: Front of new property collapses in heavy rain, residents flee
The slip blocked Cressy Terrace, making it impassable for vehicles.
Horror Christchurch rental: Landlord agrees to pay $13k to vulnerable tenants
The rental had a leaking roof and gutters which overflowed into the dining room.
‘Lawful protest’: Activists climb roof in weapons firm demonstration
Two members of Peace Action Ōtautahi occupied the roof with banners displayed.
Mayoral races heat up: Can Whanau and Brown get a second term?
First-term mayors in our biggest cities have all confirmed they're up for round two.
‘Callous’: Thieves pinch bronze plaques from disaster memorial
More than 20 plaques have been stolen from the Ballantynes fire memorial in Christchurch.
‘Apocalyptic like’: Midge swarms plague Christchurch residents
The council's midge control includes planting 75,000 native plants since 2018.
Surge in households putting rates on hold as costs bite
Hundreds of retired homeowners are delaying paying their rates bills.
Christmas tours of half-fixed quake-hit cathedral
It's operating public tours inside, where the City Mission's Christmas Tree makes a return
What's on in Christchurch this summer? Theatre, freebies and fireworks
The host of activities and events are lined up for the Garden City.
'Woke nonsense': Santa's helpers told to wear seatbelts on Christmas parade floats
Move comes despite no one falling off a float in the 75 years the parade's been running.
‘Can I invoice a deer?’: Christchurch locals question who foots the bill for rampage
Wild deer on the loose in suburban Christchurch damaged vehicles and houses.
Christchurch City Council told to scrap the idea of hosting the Commonwealth Games
The mayor's dream of bidding for the 2030 event has hit a hurdle.
Why your next rates bill will make you angry: Shane Te Pou
OPINION: A dark cloud hangs over local government. Kiwis are about to feel the reality.
Kiwi film organisation confirms $600,000 in funding
Regional organisation hopes funding will secure more projects.
'It is better to live': Ex-Shortland Street actor ends 19-day hunger strike
'Better to live for a cause than to die for one', the actor said ending his protest.
Mass resignation at city council holding company
The four directors resigned following asset management disagreements.
Pro-Palestine protester arrested after climbing onto Christchurch council roof
Police negotiators were called in to deal with the woman.
The Arts Centre - A National Taonga - Frank Film 2024 Ep 1
Frank Film explores the story behind the proposed axing of Arts Centre funds in the Christchurch City Council’s draft long-term plan. Video / Frank Film
Big events, bright spotlight: Christchurch lines up for the big dance
The major events industry is worth about $700m a year - Christchurch is back in the game.
Progress on Te Kaha arena in Christchurch
The near-$700m stadium will be opened by April 2026. Video / Christchurch City Council
A&P Association’s board director paid $75k for landing $5m council deal
The board is keeping mum after Christchurch City Council revealed the details of the deal.
Christchurch’s new Catholic cathedral to be built on same site as last one
The original Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament was demolished in 2020 after quake damage.
Studies reveal burden of excessive drinking on strained EDs
Interviews with patients in the ED show harmful drinkers are more likely to be older men.
Tarras airport: Plans put on hold
Christchurch Airport bought 750ha of farmland in Tarras in 2020.
Captain Cook statue vandalised on anniversary of death
Cook's face and eyes attacked with a grinder, causing $25k worth of damage.
Firefighters race to contain Port Hills blaze as strengthening winds pose threat
Police are urging people to keep away so firefighters can tackle the uncontrolled blaze.