When a large housing development near Christchurch first started marketing sections, it boasted great nearby amenities, a charming rural community and the opportunity to “hit the water!”. Earlsbrook ...

Police can now release the name of the kayaker who went missing on Lake Ellesmere last week. He was Louis Solofua, 59, from Christchurch. Police intend to conduct a further aerial search of the lake ...

Te Waihora/Lake Ellesmere, New Zealand – Local animal advocates and conservationists are gathering at Te Waihora/Lake Ellesmere to protest the upcoming bird shooting season, aiming to protect the ...

A spectacular light show was captured overnight on Monday, September 1, above Lake Ellesmere near Christchurch, New Zealand. Photographer Isaac Smart’s timelapse video shows the aurora australis – ...