The Mid Canterbury township once celebrated for its abundant salmon stocks is now trying to bring them back.

A spokesperson said police were called to Stafford Street shortly after 7pm on Saturday night.

Surging demand has prompted calls to delay major rail works set for April.

It's likely 91 octane petrol will hit $4 a litre before long, but caution is advised when it comes to Gaspy data showing it's already there.

Cook Islands police say the 66-year-old woman was snorkelling with friends when she was found unresponsive in the water.

Taylor Lara Broughton brought a flick knife to his probation meeting and stabbed his officer once in the head and four times in the chest.

The four-yearly International Festival of Historic Motoring has drawn people in from all over the country, with some shipping their cars from the US and Europe.

The AA is warning against stockpiling fuel, while advocates are raising concerns about how high petrol prices affect isolated groups.

In a post on X, the Prime Minister emphasised the attacks against fuel tankers and energy infrastructure are leading to higher fuel prices for New Zealanders.

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries said a fault was identified on board the Connemara Saturday morning.

After a series of dog attacks, sustained criticism of the current laws, and calls from dog control officers for more powers, the government has ordered a review and issued its expectations to councils.

Farmers, tradies and 4x4 enthusiasts unite to protect Mid Canterbury's rivers and seashore.

Police said they were called to the scene at the marina at about 1.35pm.

Kiwi dark comedy Crackhead tackles addiction and takes on the television world.