Why is the cost of a Christmas tree rising?
It is still possible to get a cheaper Christmas tree, but they will be lower quality, says Andrew McAllister from the Needle Fresh Christmas Tree farm in Christchurch.
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35-room mansion on the market
35-room mansion on the market
A 35-room limestone mansion in the Waitaki Valley is officially on the market again.
Air NZ passenger describes 'rapid descent'
'Rapid descent': Passenger describes moment Air NZ flight encountered problem
A passenger onboard an Air New Zealand flight to Sydney that experienced engine trouble says the plane made a rapid descent.
The music festival where clothes are optional
NZ music festival where clothes are optional
Hundreds of people are set to descend on a small NZ town for Naked in the Trees, a music festival "with a twist", in February.
Goldie painting sells for $3.75m
History made as Goldie painting sells for $3.75m
An oil painting of a Māori elder by Charles Frederick Goldie became the most valuable Māori portrait in New Zealand art history after an auction sale on Tuesday night.
Bryan Adams adds second Wolfbrook Arena show
Bryan Adams adds second Christchurch show to tour
Award-winning Canadian rock musician Bryan Adams has added another Christchurch show to his So Happy It Hurts tour after his first concert sold out.
ODT quiz: November 20
ODT quiz: November 20
Test your local and general knowledge by taking the Otago Daily Times quiz for Wednesday, November 20.
Why you may need to throw away your black spatula
Why you may need to throw away your black spatula
Another day, another toxin trying to kill us. This time a deadly compound might be lurking in that quiet, cheap workhorse of the kitchen - your trusty black spatula.
The Bridge of Remembrance turns 100
The Bridge of Remembrance turns 100
One of Christchurch’s most iconic landmarks will turn 100 on Monday.
Rise of super-sized sandwiches in NZ
Rise of super-sized sandwiches in NZ
The humble sandwich has been elevated into a fulsome meal, with many cafes and delis around Christchurch offering super-sized, American-style XXL sandos.
Kick off New Year’s Eve with the family
'Fun for the whole family': Kick off New Year’s Eve at the biggest kids party in the city
The biggest kids’ party in Christchurch will take over North Hagley Park on New Year’s Eve.
Hybrid ute built to handle NZ roads
GWM Cannon Alpha: The hybrid ute built to handle New Zealand roads
The Canon Alpha, a hybrid Ute from GWM, is one where the manufacturer focussed on quality and innovation and is equipped with features that meet these demands.
Pre-loved fashion start-up expands into Australia
Pre-loved fashion start-up expands into Australia
A New Zealand platform for buying and selling pre-loved designer clothes is to launch in Australia.
Bluey's Big Play coming to Wolfbrook Arena
Bluey's Big Play coming to Wolfbrook Arena
The popular children's TV show Bluey has been turned into a theatre production which is set to hit the stage in Christchurch in April.
ODT quiz: November 1
ODT quiz: November 1
Test your local and general knowledge by taking the Otago Daily Times quiz for Friday, November 1.
Play a way to keep Dutch heritage alive
Play a way to keep Dutch heritage alive
Christchurch Dutch drama group, Toenail Culture Ale, will bring their latest play Marathon to the stage for its opening night on Friday.
Sharks included in sale of old post office
Sharks included in sale of old post office building
The Havelock house is known for its colourful variety of sea creatures, most notably a 12-foot (3.65m) shark. Now the building is for sale and the sea creatures are too.
ODT quiz: October 22
ODT quiz: October 22
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Sir Cliff Richard set to play the town hall
Sir Cliff Richard set to play at the Christchurch Town Hall
One of the world's all-time greatest hit makers, Sir Cliff Richard, is coming to Christchurch next year.
ODT quiz: October 18
ODT quiz: October 18
Test your local and general knowledge by taking the Otago Daily Times quiz for Friday, October 18.