Coroner's report into death of Chch student released
The coroner has released a report into the tragic death of Canterbury University student Samuel Finnemore who died after he accidentally fell through his bedroom window in Riccarton.
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Video shows progress at sport and aquatic centre
Video shows progress on Christchurch’s new $696m sport and aquatic centre
New video footage shows the progress made on the dive pool and tower at Christchurch’s Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre.
New mental health facility opens its doors
New Chch mental health facility opens its doors
A new outpatient mental health facility for young people in Christchurch was officially opened on Friday.
Adventure park gears up for Crankworx series
Christchurch Adventure Park gears up for Crankworx series
Christchurch residents will finally get to see world-class mountain bike racing on the Port Hills in February when the Crankworx Summer Series starts.
More public tours coming up at port
More public tours coming up at Lyttelton Port
Members of the public will get another chance to go behind the scenes at Lyttelton Port in a bid to raise money for a Christchurch children's charity.
Cadet Forces still going strong after 160 years
Cadet Forces still going strong after 160 years
The New Zealand Cadet Forces turned 160 last week. Ashburton air and army cadets explain why the military-style, adventure-based training organisation appeals to young recruits.
NZ-made rocket-powered aircraft sets speed record
NZ-made rocket-powered aircraft sets speed record
A New Zealand-designed and built rocket-powered aircraft created history last week, becoming the first to break the sound barrier.
Big crowd gathers at Bridge of Remembrance to protest treaty bill
Big crowd gathers at Bridge of Remembrance to protest treaty bill
About 200 people gathered at Christchurch's Bridge of Remembrance on Tuesday to protest the Treaty Principles Bill.
Cost of museum redevelopment blows out
Cost of Canterbury Museum redevelopment blows out
The cost of redeveloping Canterbury Museum has ballooned out by more than $40 million.
Lawn mower racing a popular addition to Christchurch Show
Lawn mower racing a popular addition to Christchurch Show
It's one of the more unusual events at The Christchurch Show, and certainly the loudest.
Christchurch Show attracts record entries
Christchurch Show attracts record entries
Record animal numbers help brighten up a damp start to the three-day Christchurch Show.
Christmas parade returns to showgrounds
Christmas Show Parade returns to showgrounds
Christchurch is gearing up for the festive season with two big Christmas events before December even starts.
Big day at Addington
Big day at Addington
The punters have been enjoying a day at the races in Christchurch on Tuesday.
Heathcote cycleway to stay open - for now
Christchurch cycleway to stay open - for now
KiwiRail has backed down over its controversial call to close the Heathcote Expressway - saying it will allow the cycleway to remain open for now.
Berlin Wall repainted for anniversary
Christchurch's Berlin Wall repainted for anniversary
Christchurch's Berlin Wall installation will get a makeover this month as part of the 35th anniversary of the German wall coming down.
Centre upgrade to create '200 high-value jobs'
Major Christchurch Engine Centre upgrade to create '200 high-value jobs'
A $249 million expansion of Air New Zealand's Christchurch Engine Centre was launched at a ceremony with PM Christopher Luxon on Friday.
StarJam children's charity closes
StarJam children's charity shut down due to funding woes
Disabled children's charity StarJam has been forced to close its doors for good after it could not secure ongoing funding.
Haunted places investigated in new book
Haunted places investigated in new book
A new book that explores some of Christchurch's most haunted locations has been published.
Who was the fastest duck on the river?
Who was the fastest duck on the river?
Hundreds of brightly coloured rubber ducks raced along the Avon River to see who was the fastest - and raise money for a good cause.
Gumboot Friday golf honours wife
Gumboot Friday golf honours wife
One hundred golfers teed off at the Weedons Country Club in Rolleston on Friday for a good cause.