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Slip drama: Front of new property collapses in heavy rain, residents flee
The slip blocked Cressy Terrace, making it impassable for vehicles.
'Absolute legends': Canterbury town locals praise fire crews for flood heroics
Crews rescued two people and two dogs from a car stranded in floodwater.
Why Akaroa’s wastewater upgrade is crucial for harbour health
New plant to cut Akaroa harbour sewage discharge from nine times a year to once every four years.
Watch: The surprising NZ destination dubbed the 'Surfer's Paradise' for Kiwis
In and out of the water, this city has it all.
NZ's most luxurious lodges, complete with heli-pads, butlers and infinity pools
Think NZ is all campgrounds and DOC huts? Think again. These are our most luxurious hotels
Two companies sentenced after fatal Weka Pass crash that killed popular boat skipper
Julian Bruins Yates, 52, a skipper for Black Cat Cruises was killed in the crash.
Akaroa - New Zealand’s French Connection
Akaroa wears its French history on its tricolor sleeve.
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Akaroa
Watch: Getaway's Charli Robinson cruises with Akaroa Dolphins.
Earthquakes rumble Canterbury - GeoNet says shakes 10 minutes apart
A 4.7 magnitude quake has rolled across the Canterbury area.
Two trapped, critical injuries after cars collide on rural Canterbury road
Fire crews are working to extricate those trapped in the cars.
Banks Peninsula residents told to stop using water after widespread power outage
Christchurch City Council have urged residents to watch their water use.
Is this NZ's most beautiful walk?
Here's where to find the largest little penguin colony on mainland New Zealand.
Where to eat, drink and stay in Akaroa
Picturesque but not at all sleepy, historic Akaroa is an ideal weekend getaway.
New Akaroa wharf design gets green light
Following a tender process, detailed design work will begin.
New lower speed limits between Christchurch and Akaroa
The changes will come into force in late July/early August.
'Great surprise': Rare glimpse of humpback whale near Akaroa Harbour
Humpback whales are not often seen near the harbour.
Beat the Heat: NZ's best local swimming spots
Cool off this summer at one of New Zealand's best swimming holes.
Big clean-up for Le Bons Bay residents after flooding
Up to six people from three households were evacuated during the flooding.
Charges laid after crash that killed popular boat skipper
Allegations trailer came off work vehicle and hit another vehicle, killing driver.
Cancer survivor counts her blessings
Staying alive is worth risky operations and their complications, Val Goulding says
Make southbound travel plans: Top-rated things to do in Canterbury
Plan now for a top-notch trip to Christchurch and Canterbury in the near future.
Searching for Michael: Brother of alleged murder victim still looking for his body
As Michael McGrath's family awaits murder trial, his disappearance haunts them.
Heavy rain, gales: Trees falling, roads disrupted in south
A tree has crashed through a kitchen in the Christchurch suburb of Cashmere.
Speed limits on highway between Christchurch and Akaroa under review
Seventy-five people were killed or seriously injured on the road between 2011 and 2020.
'Stop dreaming and go': Today Show in NZ to promote country to Aussies
Tourism NZ has contributed nearly $200,000 to the project.