Louis Day

City council chief disappoints residents' group

A petition with 542 signatures calling for the Hornby leisure centre to not be delayed was sent...

City council chief disappoints residents' group

A residents' association says it feels saddened, disappointed and ignored after Christchurch City Council chief executive Dawn Baxendale declined an invitation to speak with members.

High-profile Canterbury harness racing trainer admits to charges

High-profile Canterbury harness racing trainer admits to charges

Embattled Canterbury harness racing trainer Nigel McGrath has admitted to three of the serious racing offences he was charged with after a raid on his property.

Anti-terror bollards planned for central city

Oxford Tce, looking towards the Hereford St intersection where the bollards will be installed....

Anti-terror bollards planned for central city

Bollards could be installed in central Christchurch in an anti-terrorism move following the March 15 mosque attacks.

Rates set to increase in Christchurch next year

City councillors will meet tomorrow to sign off on this year’s draft Annual Plan for public...

Rates set to increase in Christchurch next year

Residents in Christchurch face a rates increase of between 3.5 and 5.5 per cent next year.

Concerns problem gambling could rise under Covid-19 climate

The financial hardship brought on by the Covid-19 restrictions and economic downturn is expected...

Concerns problem gambling could rise under Covid-19 climate

With financial hardship and unemployment on the rise as a result of the Covid-19 crisis, could problem gambling follow suit?

$123m needed to achieve zero per cent rates rise

$123m needed to achieve zero per cent rates rise

More than $123 million stands in the way of Christchurch City Council achieving a zero per cent rates rise this year.

Pay cuts for councillors still weeks away

The Christchurch City Council table. Photo: Geoff Sloan

Pay cuts for councillors still weeks away

A pay cut for Christchurch city councillors could still be weeks away.

City council investigates Summit Rd after fatal crash

Christchurch City Council traffic engineers will be undertaking an investigation alongside police into the fatal crash on Summit Rd earlier this week.

Gas leak caused by ruptured main on Lincoln Rd

Fire engines at the scene of a residential gas main leak on Lincoln Rd. Photo: Geoff Sloan

Gas leak caused by ruptured main on Lincoln Rd

Fire crews closed part of a busy road in Addington today after a strong gas smell was reported.

'Very unrealistic to achieve': Doubt cast over 0% rates rise

Christchurch City Council boss casts doubt over the viability of a zero per cent rates rise to ease the impact of Covid-19 on ratepayers.

Govt legislation paves way to cut councillors' salaries

New legislation could see the salaries of city councillors reduced by up to 20 per cent for six...

Govt legislation paves way to cut councillors' salaries

Christchurch city councillors could have their salaries reduced by up to 20 per cent for six months.

City council braces for $33 million deficit

City council braces for $33 million deficit

The city council is forecasting a deficit of more than $33 million this financial year as the financial burden of Covid-19 continues to weigh down on the city.

Diversity on the rise across Canterbury, latest data shows

The Church Corner Sunson Asian Market. Photo: Geoff Sloan

Diversity on the rise across Canterbury, latest data shows

Canterbury’s diversity has shown significant growth since the early 90s but why has the region attracted so many from overseas and how could Covid-19 impact future growth?

Economic recovery forum meets today

The biggest mover was Canterbury which moved from 15th to fifth place.

Economic recovery forum meets today

A forum aimed at unifying the public and private sector in the recovery of the local economy from Covid-19 will convene for the first time today.

Kiwis returning home look to Canterbury property market

Interest in Canterbury's property market from New Zealanders living overseas could cushion the...

Kiwis returning home look to Canterbury property market

Real estate agents across Canterbury are experiencing an increased number of off-shore inquiries from New Zealanders based overseas.

Watch: Brothers start news show to give kids a voice

Two Christchurch kids are taking on the mainstream media in a bid to give young people a voice when it comes to Covid-19 coverage.

Two arrested after pursuit in stolen vehicle

There were two police pursuits in Christchurch on Saturday night and another on Monday morning.

Two arrested after pursuit in stolen vehicle

A driver of a stolen vehicle has been arrested along with one other after leading police on a pursuit under lockdown.

Further support needed for retail and hospitality under alert level three

HELP: Calls are being made to support the city's retail and hospitality sector throughout the...

Further support needed for retail and hospitality under alert level three

Calls have been made for further support to the retail and hospitality sector as the country faces another week at alert level four and at least two weeks at alert level three.

Big job losses loom for council's Vbase company

The city council's event management company is expecting a substantial downsizing to its staff as a result of the financial implications of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Millions could be borrowed for 85 new social housing units

More than $20 million could be borrowed by the city council to construct 85 social housing units.

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