Tents go flying as tornado hits South Canterbury campsite
People were tossed from their tents as a small tornado whipped through an Omarama campsite. Emergency services were called to the Omarama Top 10 Holiday Park about 1.20pm on Monday…..
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Fundraiser for Canterbury couple who ‘lost everything’ in Christmas Day house fire
A fundraising page has been started for a Canterbury couple who lost their home in a devastating fire on Christmas Day. Emergency services were called to the single-storey house in….
Former archbishop of Canterbury resigns as priest after reports on church’s handling of sexual abuse case | UK news
A former leader of the Church of England has resigned as a priest following allegations that he failed to properly handle the case of a priest accused of sexual misconduct…..
Warm start but cooler week ahead for Canterbury
By Rachel Helyer Donaldson of RNZ Fire-weary Canterbury should get a much-needed respite from high temperatures and north-west gales as a change in the weather arrives, while much of the….
Weather prompts fire warning across Canterbury
Fire and Emergency New Zealand (Fenz) is reminding people in Canterbury to take particular care not to spark new wildfires, with hot and windy weather expected this weekend. The caution….
Canterbury grass fires close part of State Highway 1
Four helicopters are battling multiple grass fires that have closed State Highway 1 south of Christchurch. A Fire and Emergency NZ spokesperson said eight trucks, tankers and support vehicles are also fighting….
Bus fares to increase in Canterbury
Bus fares are set to rise across Canterbury from next year. Environment Canterbury regional councillors voted on Wednesday to extend the Greater Christchurch flat-fare trial until Motu Move, the new….
Canterbury children’s charity needs your help
A Canterbury children’s charity is turning to the public for extra financial support this Christmas. Over the past 99 years, Cholmondeley Children’s Centre has provided respite care for more than….
Police have ‘serious concerns’ for well-being of Canterbury woman
Henriette, 54, has been reported missing. Photo: supplied/NZ Police Police say they have serious concerns for the well-being of a woman who has been reported missing in Canterbury. They said….
Strong winds fan fire in Canterbury high country
The winds in the Canterbury high country are already picking up and expected to get to gale force overnight, making the job of battling a massive fire in the Canterbury….