The death toll from California’s firestorm was expected to rise, authorities said, as wildfires continued to burn out of control in Los Angeles. The “Palisades fire” between Malibu and Santa Monica ...

Kāinga Ora has reduced response times for dealing with disruptive tenant complaints, resolving cases in an average of 13 days compared to 60 days in early 2024. New data revealed that since July 2024, ...

Police were called to Rotherham Street just before midday. Witnesses reported hearing shouting as police officers instructed the public to move away from the area. Rotherham Street, from Elizabeth ...

Canterbury police have confirmed to chrislynchmedia.com they are investigating distressing footage of a man violently attacking a dog in Rolleston. Security footage from a Rolleston property shows the ...

Christchurch police say they are pursuing a strong line of enquiry after a young person was allegedly approached by a man who attempted to lure them into his vehicle. The incident occurred in Sydenham ...

Health New Zealand has lifted the algal bloom health warning for the Ashley River at Gorge Bridge, following a reduction in potentially toxic algae levels. Recent surveys indicated that the cover of ...

The SPCA’s mobile desexing clinic has made its way to the South Island, offering vital support to remote communities. Housed in a purpose-built vehicle, the clinic provides free desexing services to ...

A Canterbury history enthusiast is calling on the public to help track down missing historic plaques, suspected to have been stolen. Leslie Gilder told chrislynchmedia.com she was shocked to discover ...

Emergency services were called to a property on Ferry Road just before 10 am on Thursday, following a violent altercation involving three people. Police said one person was taken to hospital with ...

Coupland’s Bakery is proud to announce the Coupland’s Bakery Community Awards, celebrating the everyday heroes who make a difference in our communities. Whether it’s a neighbour, volunteer, teacher, ...

Fire and Emergency New Zealand has announced the lifting of the prohibited fire season in the Canterbury fire district, which banned outdoor fires across the region. From 8am on Wednesday, 8 January, ...

Health New Zealand has lifted the health warning for Roto Kohatu Reserve at Lake Rua following recent improvements in water quality. Latest water testing has confirmed that faecal bacteria levels at ...