Tag: Christchurch
Man arrested for allegedly threatening nurses at Christchurch protest
A man brandishing a knife was taken into custody after he allegedly threatened to harm nurses participating in…
Power outage affects 292 properties in Christchurch
Dozens of homes in Christchurch were left in the dark following an unexpected power outage that hit various…
Bore water near Christchurch Men’s Prison clear after diesel leak
Following a diesel leak at Christchurch Men's Prison, further testing of bore water has confirmed clear results, alleviating…
Govt knocks back Christchurch council’s housing plan
Written by Keiller MacDuff from RNZ Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger expressed disappointment at the government's decision to reject…
Water cremation service opens in Christchurch
New Zealand's first water crematorium is set to open in Christchurch this Friday, offering a new environmentally friendly…
Improvements planned for Christchurch park
Exciting upgrades are in store for Halswell Quarry Park, with plans for a fenced dog exercise area, new…
Jailed 11 years for role in Christchurch murder
While Pier Raviola, a pensioner, lay critically injured in a car park after a brutal attack, the perpetrators…
New peer support services at Christchurch Hospital
By Rachel Graham of RNZ • Christchurch Hospital's Emergency Department now offers new peer support services to patients…
Ongoing nurse shortage at Christchurch Hospital
By Rachel Graham of RNZ Christchurch Hospital is facing a shortage of 120 nurses, as revealed by the…
Police catch 36-year-old man accused of firing shotgun in Christchurch
An individual was apprehended in Christchurch following an incident where he reportedly discharged a shotgun and then fled…
Nurse Maude breaks ground on new facility in Christchurch
The Nurse Maude Hospice for Canterbury, designed by Sheppard and Rout Architects, is set to open in mid-2026.…
Santa told to wear seatbelt for Christchurch Xmas parade
By Mary Argue of RNZ Controversy sparked in Christchurch as Santa and his crew are required to wear…