Christchurch City Council says it cannot afford a proposed government scheme to compensate landowners for protecting significant sites, warning it could lead to the loss of heritage and natural landscapes.
More than 40,000 motorsport fans are expected to descend on Ruapuna this weekend for the inaugural South Island Supercars event, delivering a massive boost to the city.
Police are investigating two armed robberies that occurred within minutes of each other in Christchurch on Monday night, leaving two employees injured and sparking renewed calls for tougher retail crime laws.
Canterbury will play all its home games at the new One NZ Stadium, a move its chief executive calls a “once-in-a-generation opportunity” for the region.
City Hall staff have recommended against a controversial plan to pump partially treated sewage into Pegasus Bay, favouring a less costly and ecologically damaging alternative.
Christchurch Armageddon’s VIP Gold Pass has sold out ahead of the March 21–22, 2026 Te Pae expo, with general entry still available.
UC is urging future students to explore study options and application steps through its 'Shape your future' campaign.
Open Christchurch has released its biggest programme yet ahead of the free 1–3 May festival across 52 sites.