Kate Gutry, a Christchurch Girls' High School student, died following the crash on South Eyre Rd in Swannanoa, Waimakariri, about 3.30pm on Monday. A Christchurch schoolgirl who died after crashing into a power pole in North Canterbury was a talented horse rider who had just been made a prefect. Kate Gutry, a Christchurch Girls' High School (CGHS) student, died following the crash on South Eyre Rd in Swannanoa, Waimakariri, at about 3.30pm on Monday. It is understood she was not far from home when the crash happened. She was a beautiful, smart and inspiring student ... [and was] just a wonderful young woman and our thoughts are with her family.”O'Neill said the school would be working to support students and staff over the coming days.

Source: Stuff February 15, 2021 22:33 UTC