Christmas is a wonderful but one of the most wasteful times of the year – but it doesn’t have to be.

MetService has issued an Orange Strong Wind Warning for Canterbury High Country and the Plains near the foothills for 11 hours from 6am - 5pm Thursday 27 November.

As summer approaches, Waimakariri District Council is reminding residents that wildfire risk is real, and preparation is key.

Updated: Recalled coloured sand products will be accepted at the Southbrook Resource Recovery Park.

The North Course is back for its fourth year, celebrating the very best of North Canterbury’s food and drink throughout November.

Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water… this year, it really is.