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Government backs more housing density in Christchurch under intensification plan

2 days ago | chrislynchmedia.com | Chris Lynch

The Government has confirmed a series of decisions that will support higher housing density in Christchurch, backing recommendations from an independent panel as part of the city’s ongoing intensification plan. Minister Responsible for RMA Reform Chris Bishop announced on Friday that he had made final decisions on 17 recommendations referred to him by Christchurch City Council relating to Plan Change 14, the city’s Intensification Planning Instrument.
‘A dangerous precedent’ or necessary discipline? Local MPs discuss Māori Party suspension

2 days ago | chrislynchmedia.com | Chris Lynch

The 21-day suspension of Māori Party MPs has divided opinion in Parliament, with Labour MP Tracey McLellan calling it “outrageously large” and warning of the consequences, while Minister Matt Doocey insisted it was a proportionate response to serious rule-breaking. McLellan said the Privileges Committee’s decision to suspend the MPs for disrupting a vote was far beyond what was reasonable.
BREAKING: Body found in Boyle River, Hurunui District

3 days ago | chrislynchmedia.com | Chris Lynch

A body has been located in the Boyle River in the Hurunui district this afternoon. A police spokesman told chrislynchmedia.com police were notified at around 3:15pm that a helicopter assisting with a search in the area had located a body.
Sadness in Kaiapoi as service station to go unattended

3 days ago | chrislynchmedia.com | Chris Lynch

The Kaiapoi community is saddened by the news its local Mobil service station will soon operate as an unattended petrol stop. A spokesperson for Mobil Oil New Zealand told chrislynchmedia.com the company is converting a number of service stations nationwide to unattended sites, and Kaiapoi is among them. Mobil will continue to offer 91, 95, and 98 octane petrol, along with diesel, but the station will no longer have staff on site.
Police operation in Hornby prompts large response

3 days ago | chrislynchmedia.com | Chris Lynch

A large police presence was seen in Hornby this morning as officers carried out a search warrant at a residential property. Police were called to an address on Amyes Road, near Shands Road, prompting part of the road to be blocked off. Residents said they saw at least a dozen police vehicles in the area, including armed officers. A police spokesperson confirmed the activity was related to the execution of a search warrant, but no further information was available at this stage.
Commerce Commission targets supermarket dominance

3 days ago | chrislynchmedia.com | Chris Lynch

The Commerce Commission has unveiled a new move to challenge the dominance of major supermarket chains and large grocery suppliers, saying the current market structure is failing New Zealand consumers and stifling competition. In a draft report released today, the Commission outlined changes to the Grocery Supply Code and initial findings from its ongoing inquiry into the wholesale market.
Snow and ice prompt warnings for SH80 and SH8 in South Canterbury

3 days ago | chrislynchmedia.com | Chris Lynch

Motorists are being urged to take extra care on two major South Island routes due to worsening winter conditions. Snow and ice have affected State Highway 80 between Lake Pukaki and Aoraki/Mount Cook, and State Highway 8 between Twizel and Fairlie. NZTA issued the warnings on Wednesday night, with no detour routes available and no clear timeframe for when conditions will improve. Drivers are advised to slow down and stay alert, as the warnings remain in place until further notice.
Snow and ice prompt warning to South Island motorists

4 days ago | chrislynchmedia.com | Chris Lynch

Christchurch and much of the South Island are bracing for the first significant blast of winter, with the NZ Transport Agency urging motorists to take extreme care on alpine roads and to avoid travel if conditions become hazardous. Heavy snow is forecast to fall above 300 metres in Canterbury from Wednesday through to Thursday, with possible disruption to travel, trees and powerlines. Snow could fall to even lower elevations, according to MetService.
Excitement builds as Christchurch gears up to host South Island’s first Supercars event

5 days ago | chrislynchmedia.com | Chris Lynch

The countdown is on for Christchurch to make motorsport history, with the city preparing to host the first-ever Supercars Championship round in the South Island at Euromarque Motorsport Park next year. While the official announcement was made weeks ago, momentum is growing on the ground as the Canterbury Car Club beginspreparations for what is being described as a transformative event for the city.
Christchurch teen selected to perform at major Auckland music showcase

5 days ago | chrislynchmedia.com | Chris Lynch

Christchurch’s Lucy Gray is set to shine on one of New Zealand’s top emerging artist stages when she performs at the Ones To Watch showcase in Auckland on Thursday. The 17-year-old pop-indie singer-songwriter has quickly built a name for herself, gaining over 90,000 followers online and earning praise for her heartfelt lyrics and emotionally rich sound.