I'm a journalism student at the New Zealand Broadcasting School and previously attended St Andrew's College in Christchurch. I am the Editor-in-Chief of the Formula 1 news website, Green Flag F1, and I have a passion for telling honest, accurate and interesting stories.
The plan to fix Christchurch's 'atrocious' roads
The government will pump $40m into improving quake-wrecked roads in Canterbury. Just how bad are those roads?
What can you expect from the new city council?
It won't be selling assets, is staunchly against chlorine, wants to decrease rate rises, and supports the multi-use arena.
Peters: It would be like assisted murder
Drug researchers, university students, almost 50 percent of politicians, even parts of his own party back drug testing. Why won't Winston?
'Outstanding document', but 'crap implementation'
It's been one year since the council launched its framework for achieving 20,000 central city residents. Now, staff say it "needs support".
The internet has no borders, suppression laws do
With the digital age, law experts are pondering if a global agreement is needed for domestic suppression laws to be respected worldwide.
Kiwis excited by prospect of WRC return
New Zealand rally drivers are welcoming news that a World Rally Championship event might return to the North Island next year.
Vaping to be endorsed as a way to quit smoking
Vaping could soon be more popular as the Ministry of Health launches another campaign to get people to quit smoking.
James Hay Theatre reopens
Christchurch's Town Hall complex has taken another step forward in its restoration with the James Hay Theatre now open for business.
What's New Zealand's position on Israel/Palestine?
After a recent spate of violence on the Israel-Gaza border, groups in NZ have asked for different stances from our government.
Akaroa health centre nearing completion
Akaroa lost its hospital to the Christchurch earthquakes and now, nearly eight years on, a proper health centre is nearing completion.
High Street development nears completion
The heritage-listed Duncan's Building on High Street should open as a "thriving little hub" in a month, the project's developer says.
Council looks to change carbon targets
Vicki Buck said after a presentation from climate activists that the council is exploring the idea of lowering the 2050 carbon-zero target.
Teenage murderer sentenced to life in prison
A man has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum non-parole period of 13 years and six months for murdering a teenager in 2018
Activists demand climate emergency declaration
A local Christchurch group have called on the Christchurch City Council and Environment Canterbury to declare climate emergencies.
Social media laws are 'knee-jerk' reaction
New Australian social media laws aren't the solution to problems highlighted by March's terror attack in Christchurch, NZ experts say.
Pedestrian hit by car outside The Palms
A pedestrian has been hit by a car on the corner of Marshlands Road and Shirley Road this morning.
First tenants set to move into heritage building
The Wood Brothers Mill has been closed since the 2010 quakes, but a structural engineer owner has given it a new lease on life.
Government unfair on gun law reforms, survey says
A recent survey of over 5000 gun owners revealed that 90% of them felt the Government was treating them unfairly with gun law reforms.
Spark Sport's issues 'clearly resolvable'
Problems with the new streaming platform left motorsport fans unable to watch a replay of Formula 1 qualifying, but Spark
Woman admits fatal stabbing at party
A 21-year-old woman has pleaded guilty to grabbing a large kitchen knife and stabbing a woman at a party in 2017.
'New Zealand is unbreakable', Al Noor Imam says
Imam Gamal Fouda survived the shooting and says "the world can see in us an example of love and unity."
Facebook under pressure to improve livestreaming
The company is facing pressure from the advertising industry and the Privacy Commissioner about moderating its live-streaming service.
Ardern confirms inquiry after mosque attacks
The inquiry would look at the intelligence service, communications security bureau, as well as police, customs and immigration agencies
Kuwaiti mosque shootings victim was ‘very brave'
‘He wasn’t so lucky’ – friends recount death of sportsman in Christchurch mosque shootings.
Coffin Club fall victim to rising burglaries
The club's owner - who donates angel coffins to grieving families - just feels sadness after nearly $3000 of tools were taken by burglars.
Protesters using history to fight climate change
Extinction Rebellion's methods of protesting are directly inspired by the successful movements of Martin Luther King and Gandhi.
One woman’s fight for exploited hospo workers
In her view hospitality is a low-paying industry rampant with illegal exploitation and unreported sexual harassment, and she has decided to
Advocate calls on St Bede's to 'be honest'
A sex abuse survivors advocate wants the school to be "honest, open, and transparent" about any historic cases of sexual abuse.
Imagination Station finds new home
The popular childrens play-centre will re-open in the Turanga centre on October 12.
Calls to normalise conversations about suicide
Suicide survivor wants to use World Suicide Prevention Day as a starting point for conversation.
Boyracer puts the boot into cop car
A police car took the brunt of the damage after police disrupted a meetup.
Mo'unga's school coach says he'll 'play very well'
Richie Mo'unga will start No. 10 against Argentina, and his former high school coach is feeling confident.
Agency houses 20 homeless people
A re-homing programme involving private landlords has housed 20 homeless people since May.
City council won't evaluate company performances
"Decision is, at best, a missed opportunity, and at worst, straight negligence," says city councillor.
Accused shooter: I didn't know gun was loaded
A man accused of shooting his ex-partner told police he didn’t know the gun was loaded a court has heard.
Why the Mackenzie District is applying for 800k
Mackenzie District Council has asked the Government for $801,548 from the Provincial Growth Fund in order to conduct a feasibility study.
Restored cathedral will be 'wonderful contrast'
Christchurch's new bishop hopes the cathedral will create a "fabulous inner city with a mix of old and new".
Half of antibiotics 'not doing any good'
An Auckland professor is warning against a developing healthcare 'catastrophe.'
Union seeks action on 'exploited' workers
E tū is calling for Government action to ensure that immigrant workers are supported in New Zealand.
'It's okay to not be okay'
Suicide prevention worker Jason Tata urges people to talk as Canterbury suicide rate rises.
More Manchester St restrictions needed
A transport planner has a straightforward idea on how to stop congestion on the new bus-filled Manchester Street.
STAC vs Christ's in hockey final
St Andrews College are the favourites in Friday night's Secondary Schools premier hockey final against defending champions Christ's College.
Christchurch F3 driver competing in Italy
18-year-old Marcus Armstrong will contest the seventh round of the Formula 3 Championship in Italy
Outdoor equipment store targeted
Kathmandu's flagship store has been targeted in what appears to be a robbery.
Ryan Crotty feeling grotty
Rugby star is putting his long-term health at risk by continuing to play rugby, says medical rehabilitation expert.
City council 'doesn't care' about flooding
Burwood resident driven to move from area over inaction on New Brighton Rd flooding.
What's the future for chronic fatigue treatment?
A scientific insight into unexplored aspects of healthcare may help New Zealander's with chronic fatigue syndrome, according to one doctor.
Couple attacked by intruder with secateurs
Woman allegedly used a pair of garden secateurs to assault an elderly Papanui couple in their home on Monday.
City fights for control of water
City councillors unanimously oppose proposal for Government-appointed water authority.
Residents unhappy about bus route change
Metroinfo is planning to re-route the 44 Shirley bus, but Mairehau residents are "almost unanimous" in opposition.