Runner's feet 'destroyed' after 100km run in gumboots for flood-hit farmers
Blisters, a bleeding nose, sore gut and jelly legs couldn’t stop George Black.
The 24-year-old successfully ran from North Canterbury to Christchurch – in size 8 Red Band gumboots – with the aim to raise more than $10,000 for farmers going through tough times, particularly after recent floods. He surpassed the mark by more than $4000.
Well done George!
You can still donate to the cause here.
Poll: Do you set New Year’s resolutions?
🎉 2026 is almost here!
We’re curious ... how do you welcome it?
Do you set resolutions, follow special traditions, or just go with the flow?
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10.5% Yes! New Year, New Me
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19.9% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
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69.6% Nah - not for me
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Poll: Are you starting to feel a lift in business confidence across the Canterbury region?
The Press reports that Canterbury is right in the middle of a construction boom, with activity forecast to peak around 2027 and major investment flowing into transport, water and energy infrastructure.
We want to know: Are you starting to feel a lift in business confidence across the Canterbury region?
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43.1% Yes
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56.9% No
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