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Home / Canterbury

Latest Canterbury news

'Took a bit of time to come right': When teammates clash in the ring
UFC

'Took a bit of time to come right': When teammates clash in the ring

Dominic Reed twice fought teammate Nikora Lee-Kingi in King in the Ring finals.

28 Nov 03:00 AM
New Zealand

Slip, slidin' away: Giant waterslides hit Rotorua for summer

Rotorua riders would have the option of a 150m or 90m slide.

28 Nov 01:00 AM
Christchurch

‘So much joy, laughter, and light’: Mum’s tribute to son killed in Timaru crash

The Timaru community has rallied with messages, meals, hugs and donations.

28 Nov 12:11 AM

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Oceania Healthcare sells seven rest homes, cuts support office staff by 20%
Property

Oceania Healthcare sells seven rest homes, cuts support office staff by 20%

$3b retirement giant aims to increase income, repay debt, save costs.

27 Nov 10:44 PM
No new leads: Why Christchurch drive-by shooting remains unsolved
Christchurch

No new leads: Why Christchurch drive-by shooting remains unsolved

Police say they have now exhausted all lines of inquiry into the shooting.

27 Nov 10:36 PM
'An irresistible lure': Sir Edmund Hillary’s son on what draws climbers to NZ's tallest peak
Christchurch

'An irresistible lure': Sir Edmund Hillary’s son on what draws climbers to NZ's tallest peak

27 Nov 08:51 PM
Soggy Auckland Santa parade in store as thunderstorms rumble over north today
New Zealand

Soggy Auckland Santa parade in store as thunderstorms rumble over north today

27 Nov 08:02 PM
Stock Takes: Can the a2 Milk leopard change its spots?
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27 Nov 06:00 PM
Christchurch's Cracroft Reserve chosen for long-awaited Erebus memorial
New Zealand

Christchurch's Cracroft Reserve chosen for long-awaited Erebus memorial

27 Nov 03:43 AM
'Morally and legally unacceptable': Farmers fined after cow skinned alive on livestream
Christchurch

'Morally and legally unacceptable': Farmers fined after cow skinned alive on livestream

The farmers each received fines of $2000 for breaching animal welfare laws.

27 Nov 01:37 AM
'11-year high' - Business confidence soars as recovery takes hold
Business

'11-year high' - Business confidence soars as recovery takes hold

ANZ's Business Outlook survey shows a big bounce in optimism across the board.

27 Nov 01:20 AM
Motorcyclist dies in crash north of Kaikōura
Christchurch

Motorcyclist dies in crash north of Kaikōura

Emergency services were called to the single-vehicle crash site shortly after 10am.

27 Nov 12:17 AM
Motorcyclist seriously injured in crash near Kaikōura
Christchurch

Motorcyclist seriously injured in crash near Kaikōura

Emergency services were called to the crash site north of Kaikōura about 10am.

26 Nov 10:09 PM
The one thing hardcore conservationists and farmers agree on
New Zealand

The one thing hardcore conservationists and farmers agree on

A predator that eats native species and spreads disease in livestock is a target for all.

26 Nov 09:57 PM
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'The kindest possible man': Mother mourns American lawyer son who died on Aoraki Mt Cook
Christchurch

'The kindest possible man': Mother mourns American lawyer son who died on Aoraki Mt Cook

Rescuers found the two missing climbers deceased near Aoraki Mt Cook's summit.

26 Nov 09:41 PM
Ryman shuts two Christchurch rest homes, reports interim loss
Property

Ryman shuts two Christchurch rest homes, reports interim loss

Work to relevel the main Edmund Hillary hospital wing in Remuera is now completed.

26 Nov 09:22 PM
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Genesis secures deal for 1000MW wind partnership with Yinson
Energy

Genesis secures deal for 1000MW wind partnership with Yinson

The deal could deliver up to 1000MW of new onshore wind power.

26 Nov 09:00 PM
Was it you? Winning tickets sold in Rotorua and Katikati
New Zealand

Was it you? Winning tickets sold in Rotorua and Katikati

Powerball rolls over to Saturday night with an $8m jackpot up for grabs.

26 Nov 05:51 PM
Heavy rain warnings as South Island braces for severe conditions
New Zealand

Heavy rain warnings as South Island braces for severe conditions

Up to 230mm of rain is forecast for Westland and the Canterbury headwaters.

26 Nov 04:00 PM
 ‘A loving father and husband': Tributes flow for Wānaka mountain guide who died on Aoraki Mt Cook
Christchurch

‘A loving father and husband': Tributes flow for Wānaka mountain guide who died on Aoraki Mt Cook

Thomas Vialletet died alongside an American client while trying to ascend the mountain.

26 Nov 02:55 AM

Video from around the region

South Island news wrap: The 90 minute crime spree across Christchurch
New Zealand

South Island news wrap: The 90 minute crime spree across Christchurch

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23 Nov 06:48 PM
Armed police close Innes Rd in Christchurch amid unfolding incident
New Zealand

Armed police close Innes Rd in Christchurch amid unfolding incident

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07 Nov 02:35 AM
Jason Bridgwater speaks after James Holder found guilty of his brother David Bridgwater's murder
Crime

Jason Bridgwater speaks after James Holder found guilty of his brother David Bridgwater's murder

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31 Oct 05:01 AM
‘True miracle’ - Horses rescued from burning paddocks as Kaikōura fires raged
New Zealand

‘True miracle’ - Horses rescued from burning paddocks as Kaikōura fires raged

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21 Oct 10:38 PM
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Oceania Healthcare sells seven rest homes, cuts support office staff by 20%
Property

Oceania Healthcare sells seven rest homes, cuts support office staff by 20%

$3b retirement giant aims to increase income, repay debt, save costs.

27 Nov 10:44 PM
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Stock Takes: Can the a2 Milk leopard change its spots?
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Stock Takes: Can the a2 Milk leopard change its spots?

Dual-listed a2 Milk is becoming an infant formula manufacturer in its own right.

27 Nov 06:00 PM
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Genesis secures deal for 1000MW wind partnership with Yinson
Energy

Genesis secures deal for 1000MW wind partnership with Yinson

The deal could deliver up to 1000MW of new onshore wind power.

26 Nov 09:00 PM
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Ruminant Biotech raises $17m for cow pill that will slash methane emissions
Agribusiness

Ruminant Biotech raises $17m for cow pill that will slash methane emissions

Govt is pulling back on methane reduction targets, but founder has a cunning plan.

25 Nov 09:00 PM
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All Blacks player ratings for 2025: Every performance assessed
Opinion

All Blacks player ratings for 2025: Every performance assessed

Who was the best-performing All Black in 2025?

25 Nov 05:01 PM
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Orchid Air: Emirates says trade in premium exports blooming with UAE trade deal
Airlines

Orchid Air: Emirates says trade in premium exports blooming with UAE trade deal

Crayfish, lamb, cherries and orchids are now key exports bound for Dubai.

25 Nov 04:00 PM

More Canterbury news

Man charged with dangerous driving causing death of popular postie on his last day of work
New Zealand

Man charged with dangerous driving causing death of popular postie on his last day of work

The man has been granted interim name suppression and is due in court again next month.

26 Nov 02:41 AM
Driver freed after car smashes into Christchurch home
Christchurch

Driver freed after car smashes into Christchurch home

Emergency crews from Wigram and Spreydon cut free the trapped driver.

26 Nov 01:15 AM
Watch: Remarkable moment pod of Hector's dolphins seen assisting mother and her calf
Christchurch

Watch: Remarkable moment pod of Hector's dolphins seen assisting mother and her calf

The all-female pod was supporting and protecting the new mum and her calf.

25 Nov 11:02 PM
'Get drunk and party': Chef sacked after assaults on teenage staff revealed in court
New Zealand

'Get drunk and party': Chef sacked after assaults on teenage staff revealed in court

Lazeez Mediterranean Grill confirmed Sumeer Thapa was fired after sentencing.

25 Nov 10:17 PM
NZ’s largest indoor sport and aquatics facility to open in December
Christchurch

NZ’s largest indoor sport and aquatics facility to open in December

The $300m Parakiore complex sits on Moorhouse Ave in central Christchurch.

25 Nov 09:26 PM
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Ruminant Biotech raises $17m for cow pill that will slash methane emissions
Agribusiness

Ruminant Biotech raises $17m for cow pill that will slash methane emissions

Govt is pulling back on methane reduction targets, but founder has a cunning plan.

25 Nov 09:00 PM
East coast prepares for 30C days, bringing 'dangerous' UV risk for parts
New Zealand

East coast prepares for 30C days, bringing 'dangerous' UV risk for parts

Sunny skies may turn to rain after lunch. The central North Island may get thunderstorms.

25 Nov 08:18 PM
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Aoraki Mt Cook tragedy: Bodies of two fallen climbers, including US visitor, recovered
Christchurch

Aoraki Mt Cook tragedy: Bodies of two fallen climbers, including US visitor, recovered

Thomas Vialletet died alongside the American client while trying to ascend the mountain.

25 Nov 08:13 PM
Disgraced surgeon jailed for attempted murder of landlord warned by Parole Board for victim ‘threats’
New Zealand

Disgraced surgeon jailed for attempted murder of landlord warned by Parole Board for victim ‘threats’

He asked to move back to Canterbury, where his judge partner still lives.

25 Nov 06:25 PM
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All Blacks player ratings for 2025: Every performance assessed
Opinion

All Blacks player ratings for 2025: Every performance assessed

Who was the best-performing All Black in 2025?

25 Nov 05:01 PM
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Orchid Air: Emirates says trade in premium exports blooming with UAE trade deal
Airlines

Orchid Air: Emirates says trade in premium exports blooming with UAE trade deal

Crayfish, lamb, cherries and orchids are now key exports bound for Dubai.

25 Nov 04:00 PM
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Motorcyclist dies after serious crash near Ashburton
New Zealand

Motorcyclist dies after serious crash near Ashburton

The crash happened at the intersection of Hinds Arundel and Gills Rds.

25 Nov 06:48 AM
'Great concerns for her welfare': Police appeal to find 14yo girl missing from Chch
New Zealand

'Great concerns for her welfare': Police appeal to find 14yo girl missing from Chch

Cobra, 14, was last seen leaving her Christchurch school on Monday last week.

25 Nov 05:33 AM
'Hot days, warm muggy nights': MetService considers issuing heat alerts for NZ centres
New Zealand

'Hot days, warm muggy nights': MetService considers issuing heat alerts for NZ centres

Timaru will be New Zealand’s hottest centre tomorrow, reaching 30C.

25 Nov 04:52 AM
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