New owners for historic Cranmer Square buildings
New owners for historic Cranmer Square buildings
Two heritage-listed, colonial-era properties on Cranmer Square have been sold - and their future appears secure as an enduring reminder of yesteryear.
Chris Barclay
Three-months until vandalised statue repaired
Three-month wait for vandalised statue to return to former glory
Captain James Cook’s statue in Victoria Square will bear the marks of a costly Valentine’s Day vandalism attack for at least another three months.
Captain Cook's eyes gouged, nose cut off
'Really serious damage': Captain Cook's eyes gouged and nose cut off
Vandals have cost Christchurch ratepayers up to $25,000 after yet another attack on the statue of Captain James Cook in Victoria Square.
Million-dollar home on block as tradies still owed thousands
Million-dollar home on block as tradies still owed thousands
A failed building project manager’s million-dollar Christchurch property has been put on the block by receivers as tradespeople are still owed thousands from a previous bankruptcy.
Plumber seeks $65k for unpaid work
Deadline sale for project manager’s million-dollar family home as tradies still owed thousands
A failed building project manager’s million-dollar Ilam property has been put on the block by receivers as tradespeople are still owed thousands from a previous bankruptcy.
Building industry insiders report downturn
Building industry insiders report downturn in Christchurch
Christchurch’s post-Covid residential construction surge has weakened with builders now jostling for jobs on shakier foundations.
Bid to host games could be backed by Nelson
Nelson possible co-host as Christchurch eyes Comm Games
Nelson has emerged as a potential co-host for any ambitious Christchurch bid to host the Commonwealth Games.
Bid to host games could be backed by Nelson
Christchurch bid to host games could be backed by Nelson
Nelson has emerged as a potential co-host for any ambitious Christchurch bid to host the Commonwealth Games.
City2Surf possible after losing 99kg
City2Surf finally possible for principal after losing 99kg
After losing a staggering 99kg, Christchurch principal Donna Bilas can now fulfil the pledge she made at a school assembly to enter the Les Mills City2Surf fun run for the first time on March 17.
Crash survivor reunited with family who helped her
Crash survivor reunited with family who nursed her back to health 52 years ago
A Frenchwoman’s plea to be reunited with the Cantabrians who helped her recover from a near-death experience more than 50 years ago has been answered.
Reunion sought with good Samaritans
Reunion sought with good Samaritans after 52 years
Dominique Vallette never abandoned hope of walking again while in traction for three months at Christchurch Hospital - and her optimism is evident again as she seeks an ambitious reunion.
Frenchwoman seeks reunion with good Samaritans
Frenchwoman seeks reunion with Cantabs who came to her aid after car crash 52yrs ago
Dominique Vallette never abandoned hope of walking again while in traction for three months at Christchurch Hospital - and her optimism is evident again as she seeks an ambitious reunion.
Mauger’s games bid clears first hurdle
Mauger’s games bid clears first hurdle
Mayor Phil Mauger’s ambition of Christchurch hosting a second Commonwealth Games remains on track, despite public scorn and scepticism over his successful call for a feasibility study.
Rubbish, parking issues a blow for Kite Day
Rubbish and parking issues a blow for New Brighton Kite Day
Waste disposal and parking issues are under review following New Brighton’s annual Kite Day, with one Christchurch city councillor demanding a smoother running of the next edition.
Rugby club burglar was after safe
Burglar who targeted rugby club 'looking for safe'
The Hornby Rugby Football Club’s premier men’s team may have only won twice since 2019, but for one cunning burglar they are still hot property.
Rugby club burglar was after safe
Burglar who targeted Hornby rugby club was after safe
The Hornby Rugby Football Club’s premier men’s team may have only won twice since 2019, but for one cunning burglar they are still hot property.
Fire threat escalates as grass left uncut
Fire threat escalates as grass left uncut
Concern is mounting in the Selwyn district uncut tinder-dry grass will become a powder keg.
Family dog revived after stuck in bach fire
Family dog revived after stuck in bach fire
When Girl, a six-year-old border collie huntaway cross, was cradled unresponsive from a burning bach, firefighters feared the worst.
Big future in the ring for young CBHS boxer
Big future in the ring for Christchurch Boys’ High boxer Bobby Brown
Promising young Christchurch boxer Bobby Brown is on track to make the Youth Olympics after his latest win.
Bid to honour WW2 icon shot down
Bid to rename Memorial Ave Gateway Bridge in honour of WW2 icon shot down
A campaign to rename Christchurch's Memorial Ave Gateway Bridge after the Kiwi who co-ordinated London’s air defences in the Battle of Britain have been temporarily grounded.