When Glenys Nicol was told three years ago she had early-stage dementia, she was shocked. But today the 74-year-old from Ashburton has accepted the diagnosis.
Mount Hutt College alternative-indie band Goodbye Thursday have come home victorious after a stunning performance at the Smokefree Rockquest regional final.
Rangitata MP James Meager says he was surprised most Mid Canterbury residents are opposed to paying a road toll to fund the new Ashburton bridge project.