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Not just tech: AI skills in growing demand across Canterbury jobs
'Every change is uncomfortable ... but whether we like it or not, AI is here to stay.'
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How big is NZ's space industry? A look as it gears for conference protests
The fast-growing space sector has its annual meet-up amid controversy.
NZ universities continue to fall in world rankings amid 'seismic shift'
NZ universities have been sliding on average in research, industry and attracting talent.
'Abusing their power': Developer scraps $80m student flats plan after airport pushback
Williams Corporation walks away from plan for 160 dwellings near University of Canterbury.
Chicken run: Students race to eat a whole roast chicken during 72-hour running event
The event aims to cover 100,000km and expand to Dunedin this year.
'It's working': Christchurch's $1b-plus precinct drives medtech growth
Christchurch’s Te Papa Hauora is emerging as a $1b health-tech hub.
Canterbury's boom moment leads NZ economic comeback
OPINION: Canterbury and Otago are leading New Zealand's recovery, new data suggest.
Canterbury growth: The next chapter is managing success
Project Canterbury examines the investment and pressure shaping the region.
Christopher Luxon: Christchurch shows how productivity can lift living standards
Opinion: Christchurch is presented as a model for productivity-led growth.
Space city: Inside Christchurch's booming tech scene
From aerospace to medtech, Christchurch is building a globally focused tech hub.
How Canterbury can help solve New Zealand’s electricity crunch
Dave Maslin says Canterbury needs generation, storage and skilled workers.
National told to stop using ad over misleading KiwiSaver claim
ASA partly upholds a complaint about the party’s attack ad on Labour’s capital gains tax.
Port Hills wildfires: Flammable grass could create 'fire trap' for native bush
Researchers say green firebreaks could help protect regenerating Port Hills bush.
UC tech sees through leaves
University of Canterbury research is helping growers forecast harvests more accurately.
'Hopefully spring turns the tide': Flu cases likely to keep rising - expert
The country is in the midst of a big flu outbreak, with relief likely a few weeks away.
'More choice': Ara and UC join forces to create new study pathways
Christchurch institutions have signed a five-year framework for closer collaboration.
How green waste could help rebuild Christchurch’s quake-hit red zone
The 630ha area could be restored into carbon-rich, climate-ready land.
How a Christchurch invention is changing life for people with limited mobility
The device is now sold in more than 20 countries worldwide.
Lack of endometriosis awareness adds years to diagnosis, report finds
Patients unaware of the disease faced an 11-year median diagnosis delay.
Kiwi medtech seeks $2 million to develop wearable drug-delivery device
Dr Jake Campbell developed the miniaturised design at the University of Canterbury.
University of Canterbury student told to remove keffiyeh scarf at graduation
The student said they felt 'demeaned and belittled' and unable to refuse.
NZ's busiest builders: Top 10 ranked by biggest jobs started in 2025
Who owns the companies and where the projects are located.
Extreme weather scientists warn of impending funding drought
Only $67m of $463m in Endeavour climate funding targets extreme weather.
High-rise horror no more: Cintra gets new cladding in leaky building fix
The entire tower was covered in shrink wrap for months during the huge building project.