Selwyn council sticks with LGNZ as amalgamation reforms loom
A majority of Selwyn district councillors have voted to remain a member of Local Government New Zealand.
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Cancer battle can’t stop milestone man
'I’ve just got to keep on smiling': Cancer battle can't stop milestone man
When West Melton front-rower Blair Colombus was diagnosed with cancer two years ago, one goal immediately went on his to-do list - reach 100 division one games.
Error spotted in charges for wastewater
Error spotted in charges for wastewater
Selwyn Water has corrected a mistake which led some residents to believe they would have to pay a higher than expected wastewater charge.
Deli meals recalled
Canterbury supermarket included in recall of meals due to possible glass contamination
A recall of store-made deli meals has been issued for three South Island supermarkets because of the possible presence of glass.
Kea feeding bylaw hits a snag
Kea feeding bylaw hits a snag
Advocates seeking a bylaw to stop people from feeding kea will continue their push despite being knocked back by the Selwyn District Council.
Milestone blazer feels 'pretty good'
Milestone blazer feels 'pretty good' after devastating diagnosis
Thomas Cockburn is not letting a shock diagnosis get in the way of his life and achievements, having received his 100-game blazer from the Springston Rugby Club.
Workmates mourn truck driver killed in fiery crash
Workmates mourn truck driver killed in fiery crash
The death of a Canterbury truck driver after a crash on State Highway 1 earlier this week has "left an enormous hole" in the hearts of his workmates.
Large response to council amalgamation surveys
Large response to council amalgamation surveys
Thousands of people have so far given their opinion on how Christchurch, Selwyn and Waimakariri should tackle the council amalgamation.
MacDonald backs away from controversial toll road comments
MacDonald backs away from controversial toll road comments
Christchurch councillor Sam MacDonald has backed away from his controversial comments that Selwyn and Waimakariri residents should be tolled to enter the city.
'Drinking spot' under scrutiny after fire
Student 'drinking spot' under scrutiny after large unexplained fire
Police investigating whether a group of partying university students may have started a large hedge fire in Lincoln have exhausted all lines inquiry.
Skullet man’s rise to fame
'Mum is not a fan': Skullet man’s rise to fame
Does this Canterbury first XV rugby player have the greatest hairstyle in New Zealand?
Toll suggestion 'not helpful' - mayor
Toll suggestion 'not helpful' - mayor
Selwyn’s mayor says squabbling over tolling neighbouring districts is an unnecessary distraction from Canterbury’s amalgamation discussions.
Street booze ban possible to cork uni students
Street booze ban possible to cork uni students
Problems with university students could see a liquor ban imposed on a Canterbury town.
Work starts on another supermarket in Rolleston
Work starts on another supermarket in Rolleston
Construction is now under way on Rolleston's second Woolworths supermarket.
Injury setback leads to thriving events business
Injury setback leads to thriving events business
An injury 13 years ago saw Kerry Uren’s life change for the better after pivoting into organising running events rather than competing in them. Now her events are among the most popular in the South Island.
Treatment may save Maddie’s life
Treatment may save Maddie’s life
After an 18-year battle with kidney disease, a miracle treatment may provide a Canterbury 22-year-old with a normal life.
One dead after crash on Selwyn property
One dead after crash on Selwyn property
One person has died after an early morning quad bike crash on a Canterbury property.
Rates debate - how much will you pay?
Rates debate - how much will you pay?
The Selwyn District Council has found enough savings to reduce its average rates rise to "4.5%-ish".
Safety warning for Springs Rd drivers
Road surface prompts safety warning for Springs Rd drivers
Motorists are being warned to take care on a busy Canterbury road because of a slippery road surface.
Standing between traffic and tragedy
School's caretaker standing between traffic and tragedy
Concern for the safety of children crossing a busy road near a Canterbury primary school has prompted the assistant caretaker to step onto the road himself to stop traffic.