A Christchurch couple who discovered $232,440 in cash hidden in the ceiling of their home will receive $40,000 from the Crown, following a settlement endorsed by the High Court today. Discovery and Dispute The couple, who have one child, purchased the property in December 2021. In May 2022, an electrician and a homeowner discovered five … Read more
A North Canterbury landlord has been ordered to pay nearly $30,000 after renting out unlawful buildings, including sheds and shipping containers. Landlord Breached Multiple Regulations The Tenancy Tribunal found Madeleine Fee committed multiple breaches of the Residential Tenancies Act 1986. These breaches included failing to comply with the Healthy Homes Standards, obligations regarding smoke alarms, … Read more
Christchurch-Perth Flight: A Sign of Growing Trans-Tasman Connectivity Jetstar’s announcement of direct flights between Christchurch and Perth, commencing October 27, 2026, marks a significant step in bolstering travel options between New Zealand and Western Australia. The seasonal service, operating until March 27, 2027, will provide over 30,000 seats annually, catering to both leisure and potentially … Read more
A Christchurch father and his teenage son were hospitalized Saturday afternoon following a violent dog attack described by a friend of the dogs’ owner as a “bloodbath.” The incident occurred whereas the pair were visiting a friend in Bryndwr. Details of the Attack The boy, in his early teens, was initially attacked by two American … Read more
Three men have been charged following a shooting in Christchurch on Wednesday evening. Police responded to reports of a firearm being discharged at a house on Hoani St in the Northcote suburb at approximately 9:30pm. Details of the Incident Canterbury District Commander Superintendent Tony Hill confirmed that a 19-year-old, a 31-year-old, and a 40-year-old were … Read more
Residents of Little River, a town on the Banks Peninsula, are questioning the Christchurch City Council’s response to recent flooding, specifically why Lake Forsyth wasn’t opened to the ocean before the town was inundated. Recurring Flooding Concerns Little River experienced significant flooding during a deluge on Monday and Tuesday, marking the second time the town … Read more
Highlanders’ Upset Win Signals Shift in Super Rugby Pacific Power Dynamics The Highlanders’ stunning 25-23 victory over the reigning champion Crusaders isn’t just a feel-quality story; it’s a potential harbinger of change in Super Rugby Pacific. The win, sealed by a clutch 78th-minute penalty from Cameron Millar, underscores a growing trend: the gap between traditionally … Read more
A rāhui is currently in place around Whakaraupō/Lyttelton Harbour in Canterbury following the discharge of untreated sewage into its waters yesterday. Health Warning Issued Health New Zealand issued a health warning covering areas including Te Waipapa/Diamond Harbour, Purau Bay, Kaioruru/Church Bay, and Te Wharau/Charteris Bay. Dr. Imogen Evans, a public health medicine specialist for the … Read more
A health warning is in effect after untreated sewage was discharged into waters surrounding Diamond Harbour in Canterbury. The warning, issued by Health New Zealand, currently covers Te Waipapa/Diamond Harbour, Purau Bay, Kaioruru/Church Bay, and Te Wharau/Charteris Bay. Water Quality Concerns Public Health medicine specialist Dr. Imogen Evans stated that water quality at the affected … Read more
The Christchurch mosque terrorist’s appeal hearing is set to begin tomorrow in Wellington, New Zealand. The 35-year-old Australian, who killed 51 people during the attacks on March 15, 2019, is seeking leave to appeal his conviction and sentence, and similarly intends to withdraw his guilty plea. Appeal Focuses on Guilty Plea The Court of Appeal … Read more