'It could have been a lot worse'

'Lucky' that sulphuric acid fire put itself out

Concerns had been raised about the safety of the Timaru building where a chemical fire erupted yesterday morning.
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Spikes used to stop van

The driver of a stolen van fled on foot after the vehicle was stopped by spikes in Timaru.

'Rigged' flow meters

ECan investigates claims farmers gamed water flow meters to evade irrigation restrictions.

Double murder trial date set

The man accused of murdering two Work and Income staff in Ashburton is to stand trial in May.

Armed arson downplayed

Police speak to two family members after claims an armed man entered their South Canterbury home and lit a sofa on fire.

Broken gasket caused ammonia leak

More than 180 litres of ammonia leaked inside the Fonterra Clandeboye factory on Sunday.

Security flaws revealed

Safety and security at Ministry of Social Development sites is deficient, review finds.

'Mr Rebuild' quits

The man in charge of Christchurch's city centre rebuild is quitting to head Stonewood Homes.

Keen interest in hydroslide auction

Dog's owner wants killer spared

Footbridge takes shape

Sections of Tekapo's footbridge are edging closer to construction in a Christchurch workshop, five months out from a funding deadline.

New chief to lead professionalism

New South Canterbury Rugby Union chief executive Wayne Hart is looking forward to his time in charge.

Local athletes shine in Hamilton

Four South Canterbury athletes impressed at the Porritt Classic Grand Prix in Hamilton on Saturday.

Young team play for next season

Victories boost Timaru and Celtic

Shaw fired up for new challenge

The man with one of the best drag flicks in hockey history will be unleashing it on South Canterbury.

Letters to the editor: February 10

Herald readers share their views on news and events far and wide.

Heads should roll over licence renewal gaffe

Helped by the Kiwi dollar's decline against the greenback, the United States is on the verge of becoming the New Zealand wine industry's biggest export market.

Midwives bridle at accountability

One silent, one expansive exit

Today's a family day

The Waitangi National Trust describes Waitangi Day as a day for New Zealanders to "commemorate" the signing of the Treaty.

Bullets and flying shrapnel

carol bell strap George King went from preaching in Pleasant Point to bullets flying over his head at Gallipoli.

Observant recorder of nature

Former Timaru Herald editor John Hardcastle - an early 20th century scientific thinker - is starting to get the recognition he deserves.

Women making mischief

Troops occupy German Samoa

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Will it be Armageddon?

At last, Timaru Herald readers wake up to a full report on escalating tensions in Europe.

Hard work pays off

Hard work is being credited for the increase in NCEA endorsements for Timaru students.

Duo dance way across the ditch

Timaru girls have jazzed and tapped their way to the grand final of an Australian dance competition featuring 5500 entrants.

MG's restoration required worldwide parts hunt

Russell Dale's bright red MG stands out in a garage full of other automotive treasures including a Morris, a Triumph and an Indian.

Patient thankful for surgery

Ani Haua believes the Government should provide more weight-loss operations.

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