Canterbury’s regional councillors have mooted the idea of forming a South Island General Assembly to lobby the government. That’s in response to suggestions regional councils could be abolished.

Dr Sophie Febery, who left Methven Medical Centre after being barred from seeing patients in person during the Covid-19 pandemic because she refused to be vaccinated, has been found guilty of ...

A priceless moment in time. On a stop-over in Ashburton, RNZAF squadron leader Sean Perrett poses with his former Falklands mount, Harrier XZ129, alongside a Heritage Flight Spitfire.

The Celtic Sea Snakes celebrated more than a win after their game against the Timaru Harlequins. They thumped the South Canterbury team 73 - 0, a bittersweet moment for Celtic player Amelia Aldridge ...

A new government initiative aims to give farmers more power over their power. The Solar on Farms package was announced last week by Minister for energy Simon Watts. “Kiwi farmers have a long history ...

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Our news, online, all the time.30 May 2025 • 1 min read Hot pools, cool vibes Ōpuke Thermal Pools and Spa ties into the wellness vibe that Methven has. It’s a perfect place to visit for a holiday, ...

Dorie Hall secretary Aj Keller, standing by a window that thieves gained entry, was disheartened by the robbery. About $10,000 of fundraiser prizes and rented equipment was stolen. “I was pretty angry ...

Mother’s Day is just around the corner — a time to celebrate motherhood and show appreciation. It’s also a time to reflect. For many women, motherhood is their greatest joy and toughest challenge. But ...

The award-winning Ōpuke Thermal Pools and Spa is one of Mid Canterbury's hospitality success stories. Ashburton District mayor Neil Brown is optimistic the district will benefit from a $13.5 million ...

Police have not yet released the name of a man who was found dead following an Ashburton house fire on Sunday. An examination of the scene has been completed at the property on Glassey Drive in ...

Connor Mackenzie, with his Mum Sheree, wants a new skatepark for Ashburton. And he’s doing something about it.