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Christchurch Adventure Park (CAP) staff were allowed onsite today to start assessing the extent of the fire damage in the Park. CAP Chairman, Maurice Noone, says he is pleased to report that, on inspection today, the damage is less than was first feared. ...
One year on from the devastation wreaked by Cyclone Gabrielle, a group of 14 cyclists are riding to raise money for the ongoing recovery effort with a 700km, 7-day bike ride.
Firefighters will continue to focus on strengthening the fire break around the perimeter of the Port Hills fire today. Incident Commander Dave Stackhouse says the fire has burnt through 650 hectares, with a 14km perimeter. The fire is now 70 per cent contained. ...
The community are invited to meet with ORC councillors and staff at West Taieri Rugby Club, Outram 11.30am-2.30pm or Coronation Hall Mosgiel 5.30pm-7.30pm on Tuesday March 5. Following the recent release of a 62-page report by consultants Tonkin + ...
Baring Head/Ōrua-Pouanui and Parangarahu Lakes are temporarily closed to the public due to extreme fire danger. From today, Friday 16 February, access to Parangarahu Lakes and Baring Head/Ōrua-Pouanui is prohibited. As the roading authority, Hutt ...
The Pike29 Memorial Track officially opened today with mountain bikers and walkers set to use it for the first time tomorrow. <img src='https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/2402/b81d2ded34118f58d370.jpeg' width='720' height='540'> Pike River Family Members After ...
Fire and Emergency New Zealand is urging people to stay away from the Port Hills area for their recreational activities this weekend. Incident Commander Dave Stackhouse says a massive effort from all our firefighters, helicopters, diggers and support ...
Fire and Emergency crews are continuing work to suppress and contain a fire at Christchurch’s Port Hills. The fire is measuring 630 hectares in size. Incident Controller Dave Stackhouse says there are currently 28 appliances, 15 helicopters, two fixed wing ...
Standards New Zealand has today released a draft Technical Specification for Structural design actions – Part 5: Earthquake actions – New Zealand (TS1170.5) for public comment. The draft specification looks to provide updated engineering guidance to ...
Kiwis living with a respiratory condition near Port Hills in Christchurch are being urged to take precautions to protect themselves from exposure to the billowing smoke. The Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ is advising residents near the blaze - and ...