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Singing sparks memory
It’s proven when dementia patients sing it helps them with their memory but this movement is struggling for funding.
Popularity of disc golf surging
A disc golf competition on the Port Hills highlights how popular the new sport is becoming.
Replanting the Port Hills
The first public effort since February's fires has taken place.
MenzShed not just for men
It's the place where people gather to create community and individual projects.
Caging the Hills
Volunteers have been creating tree cages to keep rabbits out, in an effort to begin replanting on the Port Hills.
Sherborne Street closed after crash
Crash on Sherbone Street and Bealey Avenue intersection.
Money bags for rubbish bags
The Waimakariri District has New Zealand's priciest rubbish bags, but they're set to become more expensive.
From Mighty Ducks to Ice Blacks
Christchurch ice hockey player Chris Eaden is playing for the New Zealand ice hockey team in the world championship.
Bored teens getting into trouble
A local school's youth worker said young people get into trouble because they're bored.
Tai Tapu run helps New Brighton athletics
New Brighton Olympic Athletics Club set to benefit from runners participating in the Tai Tapu Run Festival.
Bikers gear up for the mountains
Mountain bikers ready to compete in Craigieburn Forest this Sunday.
Fulton puts down the bat
Veteran Canterbury cricketer Peter Fulton retires.
Lawyers thoughts on Cathedral
One lawyer said it's illegal to rebuild the Christ Church Cathedral.
200 at Scout Group Den
Party goers shut down by police after neighbours complain.
The risk of research
Sociologist researcher and author Jarrod Gilbert talks about his six years with gangs and his process in creating a new book.
Surfers busy riding waves
The Ray White 'Duke Festival' has been kicked off in New Brighton.
Cycling after near-fatal accident
Keagan Girdlestone is racing again after seven months in hospital.
Sailing into 125 years
Christchurch's Monck's Bay Yacht Club has sailed into their 125th year of life.
North Canterbury's Relay
The Rangiora Show Grounds will host the North Canterbury's Relay For Life this weekend.
Rain won't go away
The rain and cloudy weather will be sticking around for the rest of the week in Canterbury.
Hager hits Nelson
New Zealand investigative journalist Nicky Hager released his newest book in Wellington on Tuesday and now he's touring the country promoting it.
Eight shakes overnight
Seddon experienced eight small earthquakes overnight.
Artists show heart
More than 50 artists will sell their work this weekend at the 'Forever Art' exhibition to raise funds for the Heart Foundation.
Lincoln House to be restored
A quake-damaged building, which has been empty since the 2011 earthquakes, will retain its vibe by keeping some of its graffiti.
Costs of consultations not covered
When funding doesn't cover the costs, who should pay the bill?
Christchurch wins big
Christchurch buildings won multiple awards at the New Zealand Wood Resene Timber Design Awards last week.
Hurunui hit hard
The Hurunui District is struggling after four years of drought, occasional fires and earthquake damage.
Is two years too much?
The National Party have released their plans to change the retirement age but other parties don't think it's a wise move.