Canterbury Mornings

Gerry Brownlee is being accused of a lack of political leadership over the blow out of costs in botched earthquake repairs.The former Regenerate Christchurch Minister claimed two years ago that re-repairs would cost between 60 and 70 million dollars.It's now being reported it will cost the taxpayer more than 160 million.Regenerate Christchurch Minister Megan Woods told Chris Lynch, Brownlee should have done more if he thought EQC was hiding the real numbers. When she couldn't get the information she needed, she put someone in at EQC so she could do something about it.Dr Woods says when you are the minister responsible, the buck stops with you and there's no avoiding that.

Chris Lynch was joined in studio by National Leader Simon Bridges to speak about the political issues effecting Canterbury. 

Selwyn District council is looking into following Christchurch's lead and chlorinating their water - they have opened up consultation on their Long Term Plan and are asking Selwyn residents to give their thoughts on chlorinating household water for the region. Chris Lynch spoke to Selwyn District Mayor, Sam Broughton to discuss this. 

Earlier this year a local Christchurch artist set himself a challenge to see if it was possible to pick up 10 thousand pieces of litter from a New Zealand beach in 70 days. Chris Lynch spoke to Matt Akehurst to find out how his challenge went.

Chris Lynch spoke to AA Motoring Policy Spokesperson, Mike Noon, about the Government's plan to increase the fuel tax by 9-12 cents per litre according to the draft 10 year transport plan, and reallocate fund from there to pay for public transport, cycle ways and rail systems.

Chris Lynch spoke to National MP Judith Collins, who has come out swinging against the Labour Government's Draft 10-year Transport plant. Following the release of the plan Collins tweeted "All paid for by petrol and diesel users. That’s not fair. It’s theft."

Chris Lynch spoke to Associate Transport Minister Julie Ann Genter about the proposed increased fuel tax in the Government's draft 10-year transport plan and what it means for Christchurch.  

Tower Insurance has announced their decision to raise insurance premiums for people living in high-risk earthquake prone areas and lower them for low risk areas – ‘in a bid to send a clearer message to home-owners about the risks of where they live’.Chris Lynch spoke to the Insurance Council of New Zealand's Chief Executive Tim Grafton to find out why and whether other insurers are likely to follow suit.

Chris Lynch spoke to Christchurch District Health Board's chief executive David Meates about the new $485m acute services facility being built and the concerns that population growth has not been adequately planned for.

Chris Lynch spoke to Tony Trewinnard from Blue Skies weather for the latest in what to expect from Christchurch's weather for the next week or so. 

A gun safety kit being offered at some childcare centres is being described by some as tacky and poorly designed. Evolve Education has developed the programme for about 40 rural preschools in areas where hunting is common. It includes three safety rules, as well as cardboard guns and targets.Chris Lynch spoke to Nathan Wallis, a former early childhood lecturer at Canterbury University who now runs his own company X-Factor Education, about this controversial issue.

Chris Lynch was joined in studio by Newstalk ZB sports journalist/commentator Brian Ashby to discuss the updates on the Australian ball tampering scandal.

Talkback caller Andrew told Chris Lynch of his feeling that when the topic of Maori culture and influence comes up it sometimes turns into a Maori culture 'bashing' session. 

Professor Vicky Cameron, Deputy Dean of the University of Otago, Christchurch campus, and senior researcher, spoke to Chris Lynch about the role of Maori consultation in research projects at the University of Otago.  

Chris Lynch was joined in studio by Paul Lynch who lost his brother to suicide in 2013. Paul has written a book about the devastating effect suicide had on him and his family called Suicide; Aftermath & Beyond. He is now on a mission to change people's attitudes. 

Christchurch City Council's General Manger of City Services Dave Adamson gave Chris Lynch an explanation of how the chlorination of the Christchurch water supply will actually work.

Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel had her weekly catch up with Chris Lynch. Today they discusses the impending chlorination of Christchurch's water supply, Regenerate Christchurch unsure where they spent over $1 million and when we will see work on the revamp of Cathedral Square.

Chris Lynch was joined in studio by director, Ross Gumbley, and star, Roy Snow, to find out what to expect from acclaimed play-write Roger Hall’s newest play, Easy Money on now at the Court Theatre. 

Minister for Greater Christchurch Regeneration, Megan Woods and National MP Responsible for Greater Christchurch Regeneration Nicky Wagner, join Chris Lynch in studio and go head to head on the political issues of the week.

Ceramics Artist Sarah Geary joined Chris Lynch in studio this morning to tell him all about her art and where she gets her inspiration from. Sarah makes beautifully hand crafted ceramics for your table and will be one of the many fantastic stall holders at The Arts Centre Easter Market this Saturday in Christchurch.