CORDE building momentum after strong performance
Selwyn District Council-owned infrastructure company CORDE is a big player in Canterbury and beyond. Daniel Alvey reports on how the company has united various services across the sector.
Mid Canterbury
Christmas tree stars to remember loved ones
Christmas tree stars to remember loved ones
Stars are appearing on a tree of remembrance in the Ashburton Arcade to remember family and friends who have died or are unable to be here this Christmas.
Shops demolished to make way for new building
Shops demolished to make way for new building
Demolition work is under way at the Sparrows clothing store in central Ashburton to make way for a new commercial building.
Plastic plant guards 'an environmental hazard'
'An environmental hazard': Park users say plastic plant guards contaminating waterways
The use of plastic guards to protect plants along the bank of an Ashburton creek has raised concerns with residents.
'So many mistakes'
ECan has made 'so many mistakes' - councillor
Ian Mackenzie says being an Environment Canterbury councillor has been a frustrating experience and believes the organisation needs "a complete reset".
Ashburton dumps learning hub plan
Ashburton dumps learning hub plan
Plans for a $50,000 feasibility study into a proposed learning hub have been scrapped in favour of investigating ways to increase “the vibrancy” of the Ashburton CBD.
Espionage, intrigue in Ashburton author's latest book
Espionage, intrigue in Ashburton author's latest book
The espionage and intrigue surrounding the Mr Is School for Spies has been solved in the latest tale by Ashburton author, Rachel Booth.
Smoke alarms warn occupants
Smoke alarms warn occupants
The value of smoke alarms was illustrated during an incident at a Canterbury home.
Water testing raises nitrate concerns
Water testing raises concerns over nitrate levels
Greenpeace has highlighted concerns about two urban water supplies in Canterbury after its testing showed high nitrate levels.
Crash-prone rail bridge to be fixed by Christmas
Canterbury's crash-prone rail bridge to be fixed by Christmas
Repairs will finally begin on the Tinwald Viaduct in Canterbury next week, almost four months since it was closed after being struck by an excavator being towed on a trailer.
New Four Square owners gift $5 vouchers to locals
New Four Square owners gift $5 vouchers to locals
The doors to a sparkling new Four Square have been opened alongside State Highway 1 in Rakaia.
Kids-only festive store getting ready to open
Kids-only festive store getting ready to open
Excitement is building around a Canterbury Christmas shop which will be exclusively for children aged 5-12.
Mayors brace for plan to scrap regional councils
Canterbury mayors brace for plan to scrap regional councils
Canterbury mayors say they have "a lot to digest" in the proposal to scrap regional councils.
Endangered gulls return to nesting site
Endangered gulls return to nesting site near SH1
A breeding colony of about 40 black-billed gulls has settled in the Ashburton River near the SH1 bridge, much less than last year’s colony of about 4000 at the site.
How to hook a giant salmon
How to hook a giant salmon
Christchurch sculptor Phil Price checked the Rakaia salmon's inner hardware was in working order before it is moved to his Waltham workshop.
Viaduct collapse risk revealed
Viaduct collapse risk revealed
An engineer's report on the damage to the Tinwald Viaduct after a crash in June says another impact would heighten the risk of the bridge collapsing.
Merv's big challenge
Merv's big challenge to set world record
Eighty-nine-year-old Cantabrian Merv Grewar is planning to break a world record.
New site for school's community classroom
New site for school's community classroom
Southern Health School has been supporting students in Canterbury who are too unwell to attend school - and it now has a new community classroom space in the region.
Hotel powers up in the sun
Hotel powers up in the sun
A Canterbury hotel is installing solar panels to provide a more environmentally friendly service.
Hemp processor on the move
Christchurch hemp processor on the move
Christchurch hemp processor and manufacturer Rubisco’s shift to an Ashburton facility will pave the way for a $20 million to $30m expansion plan.