A critically threatened endemic freshwater fish, the Kōwaro or Canterbury Mudfish, has been found at a Craigmore Sustainables farm near Timaru. Department of Conservation staff confirmed the presence of the mudfish in the farm’s irrigation spring, which provides an ideal habitat due to its clean water and dense aquatic plant growth. This discovery highlights the importance of conservation efforts to protect this unique species in Canterbury.
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Te Waiariki Grace fatally stabbed Mongrel Mob partner as she tried to protect herself
The mother of Te Reo Wickliffe-Heta, a Mongrel Mob member fatally stabbed by his partner Te Waiariki Te Uaahiahi Grace during a fight, recalls the traumatic police visit following the incident. Grace, who has been under name suppression since her court appearance in January 2024, stabbed Wickliffe-Heta in the chest as he arrived at her home in an agitated state. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A woman accidentally hurt her partner during a...
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