Dismay over loss of river trees
By SHELLEY TOPP
The felling of 500 trees in the Ashley Rakahuri Regional Park has left some visitors to the area shocked and disappointed.
The trees,...
An interesting turn of events
By ROBYN BRISTOW
The poleman is on a mission. Don Scott, of North Canterbury, is keen to find out the age of his huge British-made...
Two men arrested in Amberley in relation to burglaries
By Robyn Bristow
North Canterbury Police have arrested two people in relation to a burglary at a commercial premise on Monday, August 3.
Police executed a...
Change of venue for council meeting
Change of venue . . . The Waimakariri District Council met in the Rangiora Town Hall on Tuesday, August 4, due to the restrictions...
Retail boom buoys shop owners
By DAVID HILL
Retailers are feeling the love as the North Canterbury town has become a destination again after Covid-19 restrictions were eased.
Jannz Craft Shop...
Second petition opposes quarry
By ROBYN BRISTOW
More than 3000 people have signed an online petition opposing a proposal to quarry the Rangiora racecourse.
Opposition is expected to grow, with...
Funding will allow day spa to be reconsidered
The Chisholm block ... Earmarked for a luxurious day spa.
By ROBYN BRISTOW
New life has been breathed into plans for a luxury European-inspired day spa...
Hotel a vote for future of tourism
By ROBYN BRISTOW
The Sudima Hotel is being described as a beacon of hope for the Kaikoura economy.
Jade Kirk, the chief executive of Kirk Roberts...
Extra layer of protection sought for school communities
Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey says he wants to provide school communities with an extra layer of protection through his Member’s Bill, which would require...
Socks keep ballet dancers on their toes
By ROBYN BRISTOW
Designers dance socks are helping point budding ballerinas in the right direction.
They are also helping warm the feet of children in need.
Jenna...
