Acting New Zealand Prime Minister David Seymour has described the death of American conservative commentator Charlie Kirk as a “tragic reminder of the importance of free speech.” Kirk was shot dead ...

A new staged plan has been unveiled to reopen Christ Church Cathedral, with hopes the landmark could welcome the public again by the end of 2030. Christ Church Cathedral Reinstatement Ltd (CCRL) ...

At their favourite spot, Black and White Coffee Cartel in Avonhead, Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger and his wife Chrissy settle in with coffees and delicious slices. “You come in and ask for a stuffed ...

A Christchurch Lotto player has won a share of First Division in tonight’s live draw. The lucky ticket, purchased on MyLotto, was one of three winners who each took home $333,333. The other winning ...

A $13.9 million upgrade of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Christchurch Women’s Hospital will increase capacity across Canterbury and the wider South Island. Health Minister Simeon Brown said the ...

Halswell is set to get a new primary school, with confirmation from Education Minister Erica Stanford that Milns Road School will open in 2027. Banks Peninsula MP Vanessa Weenink shared the update on ...

Rock clearing work from tomorrow on State Highway 73 between Arthur’s Pass and Otira means that road users can expect short delays to their travel. The work by contractors for New Zealand Transport ...

A new Taxpayers’ Union-Curia Poll has delivered mixed news for National, which gained support, but with coalition numbers falling short of forming a government. The poll, conducted between 31 August ...

With Benjamin Doyle forced to step down, there was never going to be a way back after his online behaviour. The vacancy has now been filled by former Papanui councillor Mike Davidson, who has ...

A Christchurch theatre has been crowned New Zealand’s Venue of the Year for hosting a sports event on their stage. The Isaac Theatre Royal (ITR) on Gloucester Street won the gong at the New Zealand ...

Christchurch City Councillor Aaron Keown has launched a new website designed to give residents a clear picture of how councillors have voted on key issues. Keown, who was re-elected unopposed in ...

Speaking on Politics Friday with chrislynchmedia.com, Minister for the South Island James Meager and Wigram MP Megan Woods shared their views on issues ranging from Te Pāti Māori justice spokesperson ...