I'm a proud Cantabrian with a love of storytelling. My main interests journalistically lie in cultural/social/environmental issues and the arts.
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Medicinal Cannabis: it's time to stir the pot
Details of the 2020 referendum for recreational cannabis have been released, while legalisation of medicinal use is still being discussed.
Artists on the hunt for source of anon message
Coffin-shaped plaques were delivered in the dead of night to arts organisations across the city... now the hunt is on for those responsible.
Traffic congestion proposal slows to a stand-still
The idea to create a shared turning and cycle lane outside Christ the King school has not received the green light from locals.
"I'd rather be legally alive than legally dead.'
Medicinal cannabis advocates aim to stir the pot, and bring about change.
Families react to alleged gunman's appearance
The murder-accused made his second appearance in Christchurch's High Court today.
Alleged mosque gunman makes first court appearance
Brenton Harrison Tarrant was arrested following the attack that left 49 dead.
Have you seen this gargoyle?
The owners have appealed to the public to be on the look-out for "Julian" the gargoyle.
Woman dead after stabbing on Ilam Rd
A woman is dead, and two people are in a serious condition, following a stabbing on Ilam Rd in Christchurch.
Christchurch city stands with nature
It was a big day for Christchurch nature-lovers in the CBD on Saturday.
Woman fined for fishing in marine reserve
A British woman claims she didn't see the signs after being caught fishing in PÅhatu Marine Reserve on Banks Peninsula.
Protesters stand up against 1080
Protests against the use of controversial pesticide 1080 happened across New Zealand on Saturday.
Guilty verdict for Loburn shooter
Man convicted of shooting and threatening to kill ex-partner.
Hereford St upgrade slated online
Christchurch City Council has opened a public feedback forum for their proposed Hereford St plans.
Temporary art installations enliven Christchurch
A Christchurch City Council initiative is turning empty spaces into enlivened places in the Central Business District
Happy locals, unhappy tourists
Residents say Container mall closure was necessary, but tourists are disappointed the attraction is gone.
Phone scammers clever with accents
Reports of Kiwi-sounding scammers "just the tip of the iceberg", says online safety organisation.