Students gear up for robot contest
Not your typical contest: Mechatronic students at Canterbury University have been hard at work since the beginning of the university year designing machines for their annual “Robocup”. Brooke Hobson reports.
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UC student paid to race drones
Fourth-year UC mechatronics student Scott Spooner is paid to race drones. He is currently second in New Zealand and will compete in the World Drone Racing champs in Hawaii next year. His drones can also do things other drones can’t. Joel Ineson explains.
Canterbury trailer-theft capital
Canterbury is the trailer-theft capital of New Zealand, police figures show. In the six months to June, 130 trailers were stolen in Canterbury, which is far more than any other part of New Zealand, according to police records. Trailer thefts account for almost a third of all vehicle thefts in the… Read More »Canterbury trailer-theft capital
UC library prepares for book giveaway
The University of Canterbury is giving away books. On Friday August 7, the university’s library will give away books that no longer meet departments’ needs. UC Journalism students grabbed their cameras and went along to the library to check out preparations for the giveaway.
UC hosts students for Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori
Year 12 Maori students from high schools all around Christchurch have been visiting the University of Canterbury for Māori Language Week — to have a look and think about their future study options. UC journalism students caught up with them for a quick video chat.
Police share security tips with UC students
Christchurch police visited the University of Canterbury undercroft on Wednesday to help students improve their security and guard against burglary. UC journalism students went along to test their video skills and get some good advice.
Wheelchair user upset about footpath hazards
Wheelchair access to footpaths in the Dunedin suburb of Mornington has been labelled ”incredibly dangerous”. Wheelchair users say they are being forced on to roads because the kerbs leading on to footpaths are too dangerous to use. The Dunedin City Council says it is aware of the situation and is… Read More »Wheelchair user upset about footpath hazards
Untold Gallipoli stories shared through artworks
Louisa Baillie is taking her grandfather’s memories and experiences from his time serving as a medic in Gallipoli and turning them into her own art exhibition. ”Stationed at Gallipoli” opened on Saturday, and is a collection of Mrs Baillie’s works of art. Mrs Baillie (49) said the inspiration for the… Read More »Untold Gallipoli stories shared through artworks
Former art teacher reunited with 20-year-old mural
After two decades of hiding in the dark, an impressive mural has been reunited with its artist. The mural was found at Shirley Intermediate’s school hall when a group of teachers were preparing a backdrop backstage for their forthcoming drama. Shirley Intermediate principal Geoff Siave said it was an amazing… Read More »Former art teacher reunited with 20-year-old mural
Prosthetic hands created with 3D-printer
Rachael Wood is using a 3D-printer to create prosthetic hands for children in need. The Christchurch woman has joined web-based volunteer community e-NABLE, which has delivered more than 1500 prosthetic hands across the globe. They have helped children in 37 countries, including crash victims or the disabled. e-NABLE supports volunteers who want… Read More »Prosthetic hands created with 3D-printer