Ukulele festival returns
After a three-year hiatus, Geraldine’s ukulele festival is back by popular demand.
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What iconic buildings do you want to explore?
What iconic Christchurch buildings do you want to explore?
The annual festival which takes people inside some of Christchurch's most interesting and historic buildings is calling for new sites to explore at next year's event.
Big send off for Dame Jools Topp
Big send off for Dame Jools Topp
Tami Neilson, Neil Finn and Helen Clark will be among the 1000-plus friends, family and fans who will gather to send off New Zealand musician Dame Jools Topp on Friday.
Kaiapoi set to shine brightly for Matariki
Kaiapoi set to shine brightly for Matariki
The Matariki Light path in Kaiapoi will give visitors a magical experience and offer fun and entertainment for the whole family in July.
Poppy the hot air balloon pops into car park
Poppy the hot air balloon pops into car park
A giant red hot air balloon was inflated in central Ashburton this week to raise awareness about the RSA.
Hot air balloon festival ready for take off
Hot air balloon festival ready for take off
The organisers of Methven's hot air balloon and laser festival are gearing up for the big event on Sunday.
Push Push plan 'rip snorting show' at Go Live
Push Push plan 'rip snorting show' at Go Live
New Zealand rock band Push Push are looking forward to playing at the Go Live Festival in Christchurch, almost 40 years since the group first formed.
Every home project starts at the show
Every project starts at The Star Home Show
Thinking about renovating, building, landscaping, redecorating, or upgrading your home? Before you spend hours researching online or commit to costly decisions, check out The Star Home Show from June 26-28.
Chance for young film-makers to make it onto the big screen
Chance for young film-makers to make it onto the big screen
A competition organised by young environmental film-makers in Canterbury will provide an opportunity for the finalists to have their films shown on the big screen at Rangiora Town Hall Cinemas.
Simple Minds coming to Christchurch
Simple Minds coming to Christchurch
Scottish band Simple Minds are set to hit the stage at Christchurch's Wolfbrook Arena on March 1 next year.
Project shows 'us why heritage matters' - mayor
Award-winning refurbishment shows 'us why heritage matters' - mayor
The refurbishment of a Timaru heritage building, the new Parakiore Recreation and Aquatic Centre in Christchurch, and a Lyttelton chapel were among the winners at the Canterbury Architecture Awards.
Director says NZ ‘took my breath away’
Director of Brad Pitt film says the South Island ‘took my breath away’
The South Island's stunning, remote landscapes are about to hit the silver screen again - this time with Brad Pitt and NZ mountain rescue dog, Uber, centre-stage.
Fireworks show will 'be an absolute humdinger'
Fireworks show will 'be an absolute humdinger'
Here is everything you need to know to enjoy a "magical" night at the Winter Fireworks Spectacular in New Brighton on Saturday, June 27.
Catching a wave at the hot pools
Catching a wave at the hot pools
A new $4m surfing experience is scheduled to open at Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa in October.
Famous sheep to get city makeover
Famous sheep to get city makeover
The internationally-recognised animated cartoon character, Shaun the Sheep, is coming to Christchurch.
Dame Lynda Topp blasts government in emotional speech
Dame Lynda Topp blasts government in emotional speech
Surviving Topp Twin, Dame Lynda, delivered a blistering volley at the government for overlooking the arts in the Budget, and was met with a standing ovation at the Aotearoa Music Awards.
Meet Orana's new two-week-old zebra foal
Meet Orana's new two-week-old zebra foal
A two-week-old female zebra foal has made her debut at Orana Wildlife Park in Christchurch.
Bike jump area to stay in reserve for another year
Bike jump area to stay in reserve for another year
The trial of a bike jump area in a Christchurch City Council reserve has been extended for another year.
Australians slow to make ski field bookings
Fewer Australians making South Island ski field bookings
The Mt Hutt ski field operator is putting a slow uptake of bookings from across the Tasman down to fears of fuel-related travel disruptions.
Jools Topp's final letter: 'Thank New Zealand for me'
Jools Topp's final letter: 'Thank New Zealand for me'
Dame Lynda Topp has revealed her late twin sister, Dame Jools, left behind a letter asking her: “If you get a chance Lynda, could you thank New Zealand for me?”