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David discusses Akaroa's struggles with sewer overflows, the uncertain future of Pegasus Town north of Christchurch, Lyttelton Port avoids prosecution over worker accident and the Cantabrian inducted into the International Whitewater Hall of Fame.

Repasamos los tres discos favoritos de Mundofonías de mayo del 2026, con Claire Vine, desde el País de Gales, el recopilatorio “Aman aman: Greek-Anatolian laments”, y el dúo franco-iraní Hamraaz. Continuamos mirando hacia el Mediterráneo oriental y más al este, con aires afganos, del Próximo Oriente y griegos en conexión suiza, neoyorquina y barcelonesa, para terminar precisamente por tierras ibéricas, entre aires flamencos y raíces cántabras. We review the three favourite albums of Mundofonías for May 2026, with Claire Vine from Wales, the compilation “Aman Aman: Greek-Anatolian Laments”, and the French-Iranian duo Hamraaz. We continue looking towards the eastern Mediterranean and further eastwards, with Afghan, Middle Eastern and Greek flavours in Swiss, New York and Barcelona connections, to end precisely in Iberian lands, between flamenco airs and Cantabrian roots. Favoritos de mayo May favorites – Claire Vine - Thirty years from now - We carve our path – Giorgios Lazaridis - Manes tzivaeri - Aman aman: Greek-Anatolian laments [V.A.] – Hamraaz - Chupan - Abar kuh Orientes e Iberia Orients and Iberia – Sareban - Dar aghoosh-e mawj - Echoes in the weave – Baklava Express - Sabába - Sabába – Stella Papalamprou - Protanixin - Protanixin [single] – Raúl Cantizano & Sebastián Cruz - A las estrellas se lo pido (seguiriyas) - Inmediato – Ana Brenes - Mientras camino - Nacimiento – Juan Saiz - Los zapatos rotos y los puerros de voto - Tañedor – (Raúl Cantizano & Sebastián Cruz - Te debo cinco duros (rumbas) - Inmediato)

I can't wait to get onto Auckland's CRL. I can't wait to check out the overly grand stations. And I can't wait to experience moving around our city in a way residents of other modern cities around the world have been doing for decades. More so, I can't wait to see if it does what it was intended to do - transform the city's rail network from a "one-way cul-de-sac" into a two-way through-system, designed to double the network's capacity and improve accessibility across the region. It's been a monster of a ride getting this underground railway built, and yes it's costs a bundle, but I was intrigued this week that those most vocal about the decision making and costs are the people responsible for the project. Good on former CRL boss Sean Sweeney for coming out and calling it how he sees it. We need people with experience expressing views on how we do things in this country. Sweeney oversaw the CRL, and its many cost increases and associated challenges for six years, and admits he would do things differently if he had his time again. He feels the main issue with the CRL was that it was over-specified. It's not just the CRL, he also thinks the Christchurch stadium could have been built for less. As much as Cantabrians are enjoying the stadium, I'm sure there are many who feel the same way. Building infrastructure is a bit like buying a house. When you buy you're convinced you're being ripped off and then 7-10 years later you're generally pretty happy with the price and capital gain. I'm sure that over the next 10, 20, 100 years we'll feel pretty pleased with ourselves for future proofing these investments: a platform long enough to cope with extra train carriages in anticipation of Auckland's population growth, and a roof on Christchurch's stadium. Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop took the opportunity to reinforce National's ‘fiscally responsible' stance by ordering a review into the build, while still trying to stay positive about a project which will open on his watch. It was a bit of a headline grab. An effort to look proactive in response to the criticism. But anything that costs $5.5 billion, and was as difficult and disruptive as the CRL has been, should be reviewed and learnt from. Preferably before we launch into a second Auckland Harbour crossing. Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown also piped up, expressing his long held view on the cost of the CRL, saying the project was “set up poorly” and he would take a tougher approach to projects. But weirdly, I don't hear Aucklanders talking about it the same way as those who were or are involved in it. Remember City Rail Link Limited was formed between the National Government and the Phil Goff-led Auckland Council in 2017 to jointly fund and oversee it through to completion. Both local and central Government are responsible for this project. While the CRL has been a torturous affair, especially for those living, working or trying to run a business around its construction, most locals just want it to open, for it to make a fundamental change to how we get around our clogged up city, and can't wait to give it a try. Spending $2 billion more on the CRL is worth a discussion, but maybe we need to keep it in perspective. Superannuation currently costs the country over $24 billion annually and is estimated by Treasury to cost over $45 billion in 10 years. The reluctance of political parties to thoughtfully address this is neglectful. So, enjoy the fancy infrastructure where you can, there's unlikely to be much more on the way. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With One NZ Stadium finally opening its doors ahead of the Super Rugby Super Round, John MacDonald caught up with current Speaker of the House and former Christchurch Regeneration Minister, Gerry Brownlee. They discussed his role in getting the stadium off the ground by convincing cabinet of its importance for Cantabrians, and if he thinks the stadium has matched his expectations from over a decade ago. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An end of an era for the Crusaders as they say farewell tonight in their final Super Rugby game at Apollo Projects Stadium. The venue was constructed as a temporary solution after Lancaster Park was destroyed in the 2011 earthquakes, housing the Cantabrian side and their fans for 14 seasons. Coach Rob Penney hopes they can give it the send off it deserves before they make the move across town to the new One New Zealand Stadium. He told Mike Hosking emotionally, Apollo Projects means a lot to the community, but the facility has well outgrown its usefulness. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warning: Article includes images of animals caught in predator traps. Not terribly long ago, Selena Gomez had a go at marketing a chocolate cookie that features cinnamon and all sorts of sweet stuff in the recipe. It was an Oreo described as “Flavour-Forward”, and it was suggested people consume that wonderful stuff during things such as the Emmy Awards or the Oscars. Sweetness and cinnamon are often used to attract possums to the lethal traps, used to make New Zealand Predator-Free… And guess what! A local Cantabrian biologist (Graham Hickling) had a go at trying out the Oreo to see if possums might be interested – and they were! More than enough for me to have a go myself in the last few weeks, beginning with my Possum Trap. The Selena Gomez Oreo is dirt cheap – you don't have to be Dutch to appreciate that… With some apple, a couple of Oreos, and various other good possum attractants (self-raising flour and cinnamon), I started on night one, to see if any possum would be interested. Problem is, I hadn't heard a possum for the past five months, so my hope was not too high… The following morning: bingo! One hedgehog. All the Oreos were gone, some apple was still around, and the hedgehog showed no signs of life at all. I tried a second night with the same set-up: Bingo! A second hedgehog. The third night I had a go with a mouse trap or two. Two mice in one night, followed with a rat on the night thereafter. May I recommend the Selena Gomez brilliantly cheap and useful, sweet lure to keep our Aotearoa in a much better state of predator-free? Just saying! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwi sprinter Tiaan Whelpton is breathing down the neck of another New Zealand record. The Cantabrian is racing with the national 4x100 relay team, looking to break the 38.99 national best in tonight's Potts Classic in Hawke's Bay. He joined D'Arcy to preview the event, delving into the team's preparations for the race. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Michael Moynahan and Jenni Giblin. First up, the cost of power is front of mind today as the government announces an energy sector shake up. But the changes fall short of what's required to bring prices down in the short term, say critics. Then, a new nationwide study looking at nitrate levels in drinking water outlines grave concerns for rural Cantabrians and Southlanders. Lead author Karyne Rogers explains.

There’s a new plan to re-open the Christ Church Cathedral in stages. It’s after the reinstatement of the iconic building came to a standstill last year when the project was unable to secure an extra $85 to 95 million. The new plan still comes with a funding shortfall of between $40 and 45 million. This news is just the latest in a saga that’s haunted Cantabrians since the cathedral was severely damaged in the Canterbury Earthquakes. Today on The Front Page, we hear about the latest announcement from Newstalk ZB reporter Jaime Cunningham. Then, we speak with former National MP and Minister supporting Greater Christchurch Regeneration Nicky Wagner about what it was like early on, behind the curtain when those hard decisions were being made. Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network. Host: Chelsea DanielsEditor/Producer: Richard MartinProducer: Jane YeeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We track down the most annoying Cantabrian we know, our resident hobby farmer, to talk Dr Mike Joy, Carbon farming, and the Shield challenge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The hurdy-gurdy is a string instrument that produces sound by means of a hand-cranked rosined wheel which rubs against the strings. The wheel functions much like a violin bow, and single notes played on the instrument sound similar to those of a violin. Most hurdy-gurdies have multiple drone strings, which give a constant pitch accompaniment to the melody, resulting in a sound similar to that of bagpipes. It is mostly used in Occitan, Aragonese, Cajun French, Asturian, Cantabrian, Galician, Hungarian, and Slavic folk music. It can also be seen in early music settings such as medieval, renaissance or baroque music.Sonic's Friendly Nemesis Knuckles #100:00 Intro06:02 Rites of Passage! Part 142:47 Outro-----Gotta Talk Fast is an oral review of Archie Comics' Sonic the Hedgehog. Way past cool.LINKS: https://gottatalkfast.com/

From trade talks to Cantabrian coastlines — Minister Peter Burke outlines Ireland's response to global tariff threats and explains how international trade missions aim to open new doors for Midlands SMEs. We meet two Midlands women launching a unique relocation business in Northern Spain, and Professor John Wells of SETU reveals how Ireland is leading the digital upskilling of Europe's healthcare workforce. Plus, IRHA President Ger Hyland demands fairness for Irish hauliers facing millions in cross-border levies.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Ed McKnight & Niki Bezzant. The trio discuss why Cantabrians still love the car. After all the Guinea Pig chat on yesterday's Guinea Pig show we speak to a Cavy professional. Plus... Is dripping poised for a return? Ed McKnight is an economist at Opes Partners & host of the 'Property Academy Podcast' Niki Bezzant is a journalist and author

I reckon a lot of us in Canterbury won't be as excited as people elsewhere in the country about the Government's plan to let builders, plumbers and drainlayers sign-off their own work. I say that because of the bare faced lies a lot of us were told by builders after the quakes. So this is going to apply to the construction of simple, standardised houses to try and reduce the need for so many council inspections and to speed-up building times. The Government reckons there's about 3,000 homes that will pop-up sooner through these changes. But the only way I'd be happy to even consider going along with this, would be if the Government listens to what the NZ Certified Builders organisation is saying. Malcolm Fleming heads it and while he thinks, overall, the Government is doing the right thing, he reckons the Government should go further and introduce a quality mark for builders. To give homeowners confidence that their builder is qualified to sign-off their own work. I think it's a brilliant idea. Before the earthquakes we did quite a major renovation and I reckon, back then, I would have been quite happy for the builder to sign things off himself. He was an ex-detective. A great guy. And we didn't have any problems with him at all. But that was back in the day when I was a bit more trusting. Not now, though. Because from what we saw here in Canterbury, when there's the lure of money and cashflow and a need to keep your people busy, it can be pretty tempting for tradespeople to cut corners. And that's what I see this new scheme being. A licence to cut corners. There are very good and reliable and trustworthy builders, plumbers and drainlayers who probably think I need to get over it. And maybe I do. But, when you get to the point of dreading seeing anyone in a high vis top coming down your driveway because you've been stung one too many times, then I can't help feeling the way I do about this move by the Government. I won't be the only person in Canterbury feeling this way. I won't be the only person in the whole country feeling this way. Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk, though, thinks he's onto a winner. He's saying: “Making it easier and more affordable to build would open the door to home ownership for more Kiwis and support growth and job creation in the construction sector.” He says: “We can't achieve this vision while the building consent system remains slow and overloaded. Even simple, single-storey homes must go through around 12 inspections before they're finished, with costly delays when demand is high. “At a time when many Kiwis are locked out of the housing market, that's simply not good enough.” But what I would say to that is that failing to learn from past mistakes isn't good enough, either. And, surely, if we have learned anything from Canterbury's earthquake recovery experience it's this. That, when it comes to building, more safeguards are needed - not less.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I reckon a lot of us in Canterbury won't be as excited as people elsewhere in the country about the Government's plan to let builders, plumbers and drainlayers sign-off their own work. I say that because of the bare-faced lies a lot of us were told by builders after the quakes. So this is going to apply to the construction of simple, standardised houses to try and reduce the need for so many council inspections and to speed-up building times. The Government reckons there's about 3,000 homes that will pop-up sooner through these changes. But the only way I'd be happy to even consider going along with this, would be if the Government listens to what the NZ Certified Builders organisation is saying. Malcolm Fleming heads it and while he thinks, overall, the Government is doing the right thing, he reckons the Government should go further and introduce a quality mark for builders. To give homeowners confidence that their builder is qualified to sign-off their own work. I think it's a brilliant idea. Before the earthquakes, we did quite a major renovation and I reckon, back then, I would have been quite happy for the builder to sign things off himself. He was an ex-detective. A great guy. And we didn't have any problems with him at all. But that was back in the day when I was a bit more trusting. Not now, though. Because from what we saw here in Canterbury, when there's the lure of money and cashflow and a need to keep your people busy, it can be pretty tempting for tradespeople to cut corners. And that's what I see this new scheme being. A licence to cut corners. There are very good and reliable and trustworthy builders, plumbers and drainlayers who probably think I need to get over it. And maybe I do. But, when you get to the point of dreading seeing anyone in a high vis top coming down your driveway because you've been stung one too many times, then I can't help feeling the way I do about this move by the Government. I won't be the only person in Canterbury feeling this way. I won't be the only person in the whole country feeling this way. Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk, though, thinks he's onto a winner. He's saying: “Making it easier and more affordable to build would open the door to home ownership for more kiwis and support growth and job creation in the construction sector.” He says: “We can't achieve this vision while the building consent system remains slow and overloaded. Even simple, single-storey homes must go through around 12 inspections before they're finished, with costly delays when demand is high. “At a time when many kiwis are locked out of the housing market, that's simply not good enough.” But what I would say to that, is that failing to learn from past mistakes isn't good enough, either. And, surely, if we have learned anything from Canterbury's earthquake recovery experience it's this. That, when it comes to building, more safeguards are needed - not less.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Okay, so you're a rocket scientist. Good morning. Today is Wednesday, March 26th. It's 6 a.m. Good morning and welcome to Cadenación. Good morning, Javi and Mar. Good morning, Maramater. Good morning, Javi Nieves. Cadenación. Well, we start this Wednesday with the information you tell us. José Real, good morning. Hi, Javi, hi, Mar. How are you? Good morning. It's less cold in the early hours of the morning. This is how this Wednesday, March 26th, begins, in which we will see rain, but in a weaker way, through the Cantabrian and Pyrenees, with more sun, clearer throughout the southern half and ...

After a 30C day on Monday, Cantabrians are waking up to a much cooler day when a southerly change rolls in.

It's expected that The Christchurch Show won't disappoint Cantabrians. The three-day event begins today in place of the usual New Zealand Agricultural Show. It's the product of local company Event Hire, who came to the show's rescue after the previous board pulled the pin due to financial issues. Canterbury A&P Association Chairman Sir David Carter told Mike Hosking he's confident locals will turn out in droves. He says there's been strong interest with a tremendous response from exhibitors and members— who all want the show to continue for years to come. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

60,000 Cantabrians are set to descend on the Canterbury A&P Showgrounds for the Christchurch Show. The three-day event kicks off today in place of the usual New Zealand Agricultural Show. The previous board had called it off due to financial struggles before local company, Event Hire came to the rescue in June. Director Phil Anderson told Ryan Bridge they're hopeful to turn a profit, although a show like this is costly. He says this event in particular has been a strong learning curve, with heavy amounts of infrastructure required. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christchurch has once again had the chance to get amongst the food, fashion and fanfare for the annual New Zealand Trotting Cup today. In what organisers describe as Cantabrians' big day, a crowd of 15,000 converged on Addington, donning their fascinators, and enjoying a cheeky punt. The cup remains the leading harness racing event, but of course it is so much more than just the horses. Reporter Adam Burns joined in festivities.

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE!ACC Head G Lane joins Manaia Stewart to discuss Cantabrians swallowing bottle caps (0:00) whether you could beat any Olympic athlete at anything and that Turkish dude that won Silver in the pistol shooting (4:26). Then the fellas taste the rainbow as they recap a massive night for New Zealand at the Olympics (13:36). Finally, they get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (24:24).Brought to you by Export Ultra - The Beer For Here...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Nick chats to Nigel Ho, owner of and mortgage advisor at Agile Financial Services in Christchurch.Nigel has a long and successful career in the financial services industry with a unique experience in helping new migrants understand their financial situation, especially how it applies to the possibility of buying a home in NZ.Nigel's recent interactions also include with Mum & Dad investors keen to test their ability to buy an investment property and Nick also asks about the potential impacts of the removal of the first home buyer grants.Nigel is a proud, parochial Cantabrian who knows his stuff, providing insight into the most important topics of conversations with clients which includes considerations of where to next for interest rates.Sign up for news and insights or contact on LinkedIn, Twitter @NickGoodall_CL or @KDavidson_CL and email nick.goodall@corelogic.co.nz or kelvin.davidson@corelogic.co.nz

In this episode we're going on a special journey across Spain, to tell the story of whisky and sherry and the wonderful synergy between the two worlds when it comes to sherry cask matured whisky. We travel to the oak forests of Galicia in the far northwest of Spain to take the creation of Spanish oak casks right back to the beginning, in the Cantabrian forest, before heading south to Jerez and the Sherry Triangle, to visit the cooperages and bodegas where the casks are built and then seasoned with different styles of sherry wine.

A gothic wreck or an icon of the city that needs to be restored, no matter the cost? The Christchurch Cathedral Reinstatement Trust says the cost of restoring the quake-hit cathedral has jumped by over $100 million, to $248 million. Reporter Rachel Graham went out into central Christchurch to gauge the feeling in the city.

After three disappointing years on dating apps, Canterbury woman Beaulieu Matthews founded the speed dating service Instadate last year. Now she hosts speed dating events and tells funny anecdotes about her own bad dates as icebreakers.

Today on NZ Sporting History we speak to Brian Ashby, Cantabrian and veteran sports commentator and broadcaster. 

A major mountain bike event is coming to Canterbury for the first time. The Crankworx Summer Series will give new and upcoming cyclists a chance to race against and international heroes this March. Ariki Tibble is the CEO of Crankworx, and joined John MacDonald to chat about the huge surge in the popularity of mountain biking, and how Cantabrians can watch the event live. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's fair to say that we all love nothing better than to complain about what gets up our collective noses right?   Whether it's the weather, a perennial go to over a cuppa with friends or the cost of living; we've all got something to say – and we love letting others know how we feel.   But there's a big difference between whingeing to your mates and taking that step forward towards action that'll make a difference. Although there's not a great deal any of us can do about the weather; other issues that simmer close to the surface have got many of us taking photos and demanding action from our local councils.   Good luck getting any action out of Upper Hutt or Wellington City Councils. But there's a massive difference around the country about what we complain about, and the timelines taken to get things sorted.   Some of the regular offenders on the list for councils to deal with are things like neighbour's trees impinging across boundaries, overflowing rubbish bins, and stuff mounting up around charity clothing bins.  The ‘Snap Send Solve' app used by councils across the country received 106,979 reports over the course of last year. If you're a photo snapper of offending situations, I'm sure you'll know about this avenue for complaining.   Wellington features with 273 complaints relating to water leaks, along with the associated photo evidence. Northlanders sent in 383 snaps and complaints about their pothole collection.  You'd think Auckland would be up there with the biggest number of complaints to council, right? Wrong. Auckland sent in 10,198 complaints to council. The biggest city of whingers turns out to be… wait for it… this may shock the pearls of your necklace… Christchurch.   I was as shocked as you are! Yes indeed, Cantabrians sent in a whopping 10,833 complaints to their council. The stuff that got up the noses of the good people of Canterbury were broken water pipes, graffiti, tree issues, and potholes too.   Now of course, some councillors will say that some of these complaints were unnecessary, and some were genuinely useful; my message to you is simple: don't stop whingeing!    When you see something that's broken, overflowing, or graffiti where it shouldn't be – which is anywhere you see it – get stuck in! Take those photos! Fire up your councils ‘Snap, Send, Solve' app and lodge it all with them.   If we continue to slip into this insidious malaise of ‘she'll be right' lackadaisical stupidity, then things will only get worse. I'm sure there's nothing more a council would like to see than having no complaints to deal with.   Pick your battles though. Don't use this as a means to create your own version of war with your spiteful neighbour from hell… the one who always plays The Bee Gees at full volume when they're on the gin and tonics, late into the night.   We shouldn't tolerate graffiti. We definitely shouldn't tolerate valuable clean water running down the road. We've been conditioned to accepting mediocrity over recent years. If we don't complain, why should we expect anything get better? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spencer and Johan pick their favorites to win tomorrow's Stage 16, which, at just 120 kilometers long along the rolling Cantabrian coast the day after a rest day, will likely produce fast, furious, and unpredictable racing. Listen in to hear which riders the duo thinks are best positioned to win and present the best betting value. Also, with Johan's daily head-to-head picks up over 120% so far at this Vuelta, you'll want to make sure to stick around until the end to catch them. To get access to OŪTCOMES before the race, go to https://access.wedu.team to become a WEDŪ member!

Chances are you've seen Fishwife Tinned Seafood Co's delightful boxes of smoked trout or Cantabrian anchovies grace your Instagram feed or even on the shelves of your local Whole Foods. By now, everyone from Food & Wine to Vogue has written about the sustainably sourced phenomenon, and the internet is well aware that hot girls eat tinned fish. But back before CEO and Co-Founder Becca Millstein was bringing the vibrancy of conservas culture to American tables, she was working within the music industry. After starting her career in the infamous mailroom at talent agency ICM, she worked at Atlantic Records specializing in music brand partnerships and artist marketing.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cantabrians might be forgiven for thinking they're living in a Scottish town over the next few days.  Bagpipes and drums will be ringing out in Christchurch's streets for the New Zealand and South Pacific Pipe Band Championships.  Hundreds of musicians, young and old, are busy donning kilts ahead of the first session in North Hagley Park this morning.  Niva Chittock followed the music to meet some competitors. 

Episode: 2516 The Atapuerca dig and a missing link: Homo Antecessor.  Today, the Atapuerca dig.

Most people are picking a further fall in house prices. In the latest ASB Housing Confidence Survey, 43-percent of respondents expect house prices to fall in the coming year. People living outside Auckland and Canterbury are particularly pessimistic. ASB Senior Economist Kim Mundy says this is a shift, as Aucklanders and Cantabrians were previously more pessimistic. The survey also found three quarters of respondents expect higher interest rates over the coming year. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christchurch is set to swelter through 29-degree heat today and Friday, with health and emergency authorities warning Cantabrians to take care.  Te Whatu Ora has issued a warning for residents to stay out of the sun, drink plenty of water and ensure pets and people are not left alone in cars. All of Canterbury has moved to a restricted fire season due to the heat and drying vegetation increasing the risk of wildfire. In a Restricted Fire Season, a permit is required for all outdoor fires. FENZ Canterbury Community Risk Manager Dean Harker spoke to Corin Dann.  

Three Waters, the Covid-19 response and the needs of rural communities are front of mind for Cantabrians as they digest news about the incoming PM and consider where to cast their vote this year. In the last election, Christchurch's Ilam electorate had a shock result, turning red for the first time since it was formed in 1996. Since then polls would suggest there will be a return to type this year. With the decision by Gerry Brownlee to go onto his Party's list and not stand in the electorate seat  the question has to be asked - is the battle for Ilam, which encompasses some of the city's most affluent suburbs, a done deal for National or can Chris Hipkins keep it red? Niva Chittock took to the electorate's streets to find out. 

Pavlovas, jelly and pies are among some of the Christmas treats sweetening the festive season for struggling Cantabrians. Christchurch City Mission would give out close to 2000 food boxes this week, 500 more than last year. Pandemic fall-out, high fuel and food prices were creating a financial storm but the charity was determined to try keep the clouds clear of Christmas. Niva Chittock reports.

Special guest Ryan Parker joins us for a deep dive on the Camino de Santiago

The Tongan born no. 8 joins the All Sport Breakfast ahead of this evening's semi finals fixture against the formidable Canterbury, to talk all things mindset, preparation, and the underdog mentality needed to edge out the Cantabrians.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John MacDonald spoke to National Leader Christopher Luxon about the Quality of Life survey. How would National help Cantabrians feel more settled financially, and safer on our streets? They discuss inflation, and also the plans for National to repeal and replace Three Waters should they be elected next year.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're a fan of Shorthand Street, or the Outrageous Fortune prequel Westside, Will Hall will be a familiar face to you. Best known as the skateboarding doctor kip, and loveable cop Mike McCarthy, Will Hall recently moved back to his home town of Christchurch with his young family, and has now turned his attention to local body politics. With low voter turnout historically in local body elections, Will is utilising his skills to encourage Cantabrians to get voting and get engaged in the local elections. Will Hall is standing for the Heathcote Ward in the Christchurch local elections and joined Kate Hawkesby. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on From Sparks TO LIGHT we meet Gary Mallon, a fellow peregrino I met this summer while walking the Camino Primitivo in the north of Spain. As fellow east coasters, we bonded right away, and when I heard he was a social worker, I knew I had to have him on the podcast. I had so much fun talking to him about the work he's done over the course of his career. He's spent the better part of his life in the field of child welfare, working with kids in the foster care system. He's warm, funny and really smart, and as climbed through the Cantabrian mountains this summer, the conversations we had made the kilometers zoom by. Like me, Gary began his career in residential treatment, caring for children who could no longer live with their families, and also like me, his journey that began from his Catholic roots ignited a spark that fed his desire to make a difference in the lives of the children he met throughout his career. When I talked with him he was in Louisiana, doing work with the state's child welfare system. If you listen carefully, you might hear a train or two passing by.Gerald "Gary" Mallon is the Julia Lathrop Professor of Child Welfare and the former Senior Associate Dean of Scholarship and Research at the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College in New York City.  For more than 46 years, Gary has been a child welfare practitioner, advocate, educator, and researcher. He is an internationally recognized expert on LGBTQ+ children, youth, and family issues particularly as they relate to child welfare and juvenile justice. His scholarship and practice has been recognized through multiple awards. Gary is the author or editor of more than thirty-one books, several of which have been translated into Spanish, Japanese, French, and Italian. He has lectured and consulted extensively throughout the United States, and internationally. He earned his doctorate in Social Welfare from the City University of New York at Hunter College, holds an MSW from Fordham University and has a BSW from Dominican College. He has been a foster parent and is the adoptive parent of now grown children.  He lives with his husband, Martin and Bruno, his dog in New York City and New Orleans.To learn more about Gary, check out his website: https://www.garymallon.comFollow him on social media:on Facebook @gary.mallon.79On Instagram @geraldpmallonOn Twitter @mallongTo learn more about Robert Maggio, the composer of our theme music, please check out his website.To learn more about the inspiration for this podcast, please check out Suzanne's memoir,  Estrellas - Moments of Illumination Along El Camino de Santiago. Find Suzanne on Social Mediahttps://www.suzannemaggio.comOn Instagram: @mamasuzannaOn Facebook: @suzannemaggioauthorOn Twitter: @bottomofninth  

General Manager of the New Zealand Agricultural Show, Tracy Ahern, joined John MacDonald on Canterbury Mornings. Tracy gave an update on all the amazing new initiatives that are on offer this year, including free entry for kids, Rural Games and Have A Go events, and also the new night time events that are sure to be a hit with Cantabrians this year. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A group of Cantabrians are taking their local council to court after it allowed a development to go ahead on prime farmland. Selwyn District Council approved the 1700-house Lincoln subdivision in June, despite largely negative public feedback. Resident group Lincoln Voice has lodged an appeal in the Environment Court, saying the exceptional farmland should be protected, not built on. Niva Chittock reports. 

This is Through the Pickets, a podcast proudly brought to you by the New Zealand Cricket Players Association where we showcase our members interests, achievements and experiences either side of the white picket fence, with more of a lens on their off-field endeavours.Today's Episode features a through and through red and black to the core Cantabrian who has spent the last decade representing the Kings, and has captained the side since 2018, scoring over 4000 runs in all formats of the game and taking over 100 wickets. 2021 was particularly special year for Cole McConchie who not only made his Blackcaps debut but he and wife Sarah welcomed their first child Lewis into the world. Cole chats with us about his new business venture with wife Sarah, working with family, playing cricket agianst Commonwealth Games Gold Medal Shotputter Tom Walsh, the development of the game and a whole lot more. 

Amy Carter joins Purposely Podcast to share her founder story launching The Christchurch Foundation. Amy understands what it's like to lead in a time of crisis. Amy shares the issues she dealt with and the emotions she experienced along the way. However, moments of doubt, sleepless nights did not knock her enthusiasm, she maintained her focus and sense of purpose to see her through the tough times. In 2011, Amy was a business owner when disaster struck. The Christchurch earthquake killed 185 people and permanently changed the physical and social landscape of the city she lived in. It affected her view on philanthropy and shaped her focus on what the city needed. This eventually led her to set up the Christchurch Foundation in 2017. The foundation went on to play an instrumental role in raising $13 million to respond to the 2019 terrorist attack on two Mosques that killed 51 people. The worst terrorist atrocity ever in New Zealand and with hundreds of lives changed forever The Christchurch Foundation was under immense pressure to get it right. To facilitate the right kind of response that was ‘led by the victim's needs' and helping people both in the immediate aftermath and to this day and beyond. Amy has also been at the centre of a media storm that criticised her salary and took issue with elements of the charity and how it has operated. Criticism that Amy points as unfair and based on a lack of understanding of the community foundation model and the role they play in facilitating and encouraging place-based giving. One of the most respected philanthropy leaders in New Zealand, Amy is bold in her approach, and is not afraid to disrupt the status quo and tread her own path. Her new focus is to tap into the generosity of Cantabrians (a term used to describe people from the Canterbury region of NZ) living abroad with the launch of a UK based entity. This move was about building on their core focus to make it easier for people to give to the causes within Christchurch that they care about whether they live locally or not. They are a donor-led organisation rather than cause-led. That means that they act on behalf of the generous person or business who wants to give, matching them to causes that share their ethics, values, and desired outcomes. They are one of 17 community foundations in New Zealand with a total endowment of over $200 million focused on doing good both today and in the future. Amy's career has seen her working or volunteering for some of New Zealand's iconic charitable organisations including Surf Life Saving New Zealand, Swimming New Zealand, Banks Peninsula Conservation Trust, and St John. She has always been heavily involved in the Canterbury community and has sat on boards at University of Canterbury Students Association, The Canterbury Employers Chamber of Commerce and Sumner Lifeboat. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mark-longbottom2/message

Ōtautahi born and bred, former MP, soon to be former mayor, but still current mayor Lianne Dalziel, beamed into Penny's Covid isolation at her parent's house to chat about various things. A advocate for the people of Christchurch for just over half her life, she discussed what she loved about wearing those mayoral chains and what she is looking forward to next. She patiently waited for Penny to wade through some covid soup and form questions, and they discussed her battle with body image, her menopause, the scourge of trolls on women in public service and how her late lovely husband always had her back. Penny has left some Covid muddling in this podcast in all its full glory. Lucky you.Support the show

Some positive news out of the University of Otago about our brain's ability to overcome a phenomenon known as "quake brain" over time. Now our Cantabrian listeners will know what quake brain is far too well, that fogginess or memory impairment caused by stress associated with the earthquakes. 

Sky-high food prices and a rising cost of living have Cantabrians heading to the garden.  Foraging, community commons and backyard veggie gardens are on the rise in Otautahi, with more people choosing DIY fresh fruit and vegetables over pricey supermarket produce.  Niva Chittock reports.

A new unit aimed at helping the mental health of young Cantabrians is a step closer to reality after getting a million dollar injection. The facility will be based at Canterbury's old linen services building in Ōtautahi. Our cameraman Nate McKinnon and reporter Kim Moodie took a tour of the site.

In this episode, we go over the end of Roman Conquest of Hispania.