Genesis says its new solar farm will produce enough power to supply Ashburton. Read...

Ashburton District Council supports a shift to four-year terms - if it is for both local and central government. Read...

The option was estimated to cost $303,000. Read...

Ashburton’s mayor is looking at potential fixes for Lake Hood`s toxic algae problem, but the council has been warned there is “no magic wand or silver bullet”. Read...

Greenpeace tests have shown high nitrate levels in Ashburton`s drinking water. Read...

Water Ski Lake Hood is stunned the council has closed the entire lake, weeks out from hosting the sport`s national championships. Read...

Richard Parore, 30, was found dead following a blaze at a property over the weekend. Read...

Following a scene examination, Investigators have determined the fire was not suspicious. Read...

An agreement is now in place to manage the construction of the second Ashburton bridge and connecting road as one project. Read...

A person was found dead inside the home after the early morning blaze. Read...