Susan Sandys

'Nightmare': Mail missing in NZ Post muck-up

Melissa Mackay and neighbour Karen Coleman, of Rolleston, had a change of address without being...

'Nightmare': Mail missing in NZ Post muck-up

A group of Canterbury residents did not receive mail for several weeks after NZ Post changed their addresses without telling them - and then stopped delivering altogether.

Lady Bubbles woos families

Lady Bubbles, with Malvika Bana and her 18-month-old son Advik at Lincoln Library. Photo: Susan...

Lady Bubbles woos families with messages of kindness, inclusiveness

Lady Bubbles brought all her love and lusciousness to a pre-school story time event at Lincoln Library last week.

Police outline major crime issues in Selwyn district

Police converge on the Mongols gang complex in Burnham in December. Photo: File

Police outline major crime issues in Selwyn district

Soaring domestic violence reports, mental health call outs and gangs are among the issues police say they are facing in the Selwyn district.

Police continue to target motorists at stop signs

Stop means stop: Police issue more fines at Canterbury intersections

Motorists are learning the hard way to come to a halt at stop signs at some Canterbury intersections.

Police nab 40 motorists in 45min for failing to stop at intersection

Police ticketed 40 motorists in 45 minutes for failing to stop at a Canterbury intersection this week.

Boy racers causing carnage in district

Tyre marks on Ellesmere Junction Rd, Springston. Photo: Geoff Sloan

Boy racers causing carnage in Canterbury district, public urged to record number plates

Boy racers are becoming a problem in the Selwyn district again - and police are looking at ways to put the brakes on them.

Uncertain future for worker when coal mine closes

The Bathurst Resources coal mine. Photo: Supplied

Uncertain future for worker when coal mine closes

A 62-year-old machinery operator who is raising four grandchildren fears for his and his family’s future as the Canterbury coal mine he works at prepares to close.

Work to repair station under way

Springfield Railway Station. Photo: Supplied

Work to repair iconic Canterbury train station under way

An iconic Canterbury train station and Transzalpine stop off is finally getting the spruce up it deserves.

Mark Jackson: 'Feminine, loud and super campy'

Mark Jackson is a supermarket worker and business operator by day, and a drag queen by night....

'Very feminine, loud and super campy': Life as a drag queen from Lincoln

Mark Jackson, a supermarket worker from Lincoln, bought his first pair of heels seven years ago - and never looked back. He talks to reporter Susan Sandys about his life as Lady Bubbles.

Site for new Rolleston secondary school chosen

The new college for Rolleston will be sited near Lemonwood Grove School. Image: Supplied

Site for new Rolleston secondary school chosen, meetings planned to gather feedback

Rolleston’s new secondary school campus will be sited near Faringdon.

Fall from tree leaves cat’s owner with concussion

Max does not like firefighters, over-friendly dogs, or photographers. Photo: Geoff Sloan

Feisty Canterbury moggie shows no gratitude after owner concussed during rescue attempt

While 13-year-old fluffy tabby Max has no injuries after being stuck high up in a tree, the same cannot be said for his human rescuers.

Quick action saves Kirwee house

The Kirwee cottage was extensively damaged in a fire on Waitangi Day. Photo: Geoff Sloan

Quick action saves Canterbury house, firefighters highlight importance of escape plan

Fast action by a passer-by who phoned 111 helped save a Kirwee house from being totally destroyed in a fire.

Lincoln station officer's firefighting milestone

From tragedy to saving lives: Lincoln station officer marks firefighting milestone

Lincoln fire brigade officer Richie Bee has marked 25 years of firefighting with a gold star.

No supermarket for Lincoln subdivision

Flemington subdivision residents were concerned about noise and traffic if a Countdown...

Plan shelved: No supermarket for Lincoln subdivision

Developer Shane Kennedy said he is no longer pursuing the construction of a supermarket at the Flemington subdivision in Lincoln.

Political newbie Nicola Grigg sets her priorities

'There’s no playbook for being an MP': Political newbie Nicola Grigg sets out her priorities

National's new Selwyn MP Nicola Grigg outlines her priorities and tells reporter Susan Sandys how she plans to build on her slim majority.

Teenage drinking and driving incidents on the rise

Police are disappointed at a worrying trend of 16 and 17-year-olds drink driving. Photo: File

Teenage drinking and driving incidents on the rise: ‘Parents have to play their part’ - police

There has been a sharp increase in partying teenagers risking their lives by driving home drunk, prompting a warning to parents.

New principal for Darfield High School

Darfield High School principal Andy England. Photo: Geoff Sloan

New principal to build on Darfield High’s strengths and take it out of statutory management

New Darfield High School principal Andy England is looking forward to taking over the reins at the 750-pupil school and enjoying what his new hometown has to offer.

Full steam ahead in Bill’s backyard

Bill Stanley has transformed his backyard into a garden railway enthusiast’s paradise. Photo:...

Full steam ahead in Bill’s backyard

Bill Stanley has created a model train lovers’ fantasy land in his backyard at Lincoln.

Pensioner speaks for first time after attack

Prebbleton assault victim John. Photo: Supplied

Canterbury pensioner speaks out after being attacked by group of teens

A Selwyn pensioner has spoken for the first time about being attacked as a group of alleged burglars fled his property.

Petition started against pre-school

An artist’s impression of the Flemington pre-school. Image: Supplied

Residents of new subdivision start petition to stop pre-school being built on reserve

About 60 homeowners in a new subdivision are calling for the developer and district council to reassess plans for an early learning centre.

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