Latest Canterbury news
Akaroa businesses flooded with sewage after wastewater overflows
Businesses have been pumping sewage out of their shopfronts and back gardens.
Woman finds out Tinder dating app match is ‘depraved’ child sex offender
The woman - herself a sexual assault survivor - warns other women about her experience.
'Disappointed': Number of new cops who skipped swim test higher than first thought
Three wings or 349 police recruits missed swim exam. They're being sent back to the pool.
Inside the battle for Labour’s wealth tax
A new generation of party activists is ready to fill David Parker's shoes after his exit.
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Weather woes easing: 'Plenty of sunshine' forecast to bring relief to NZ
Heavy rain and winds are easing across Aotearoa this weekend.
Riccarton mud bath avoided as racing bosses get flexible
Riccarton meeting could have been run on a very heavy track but common sense prevailed.
Selwyn state of emergency lifted as flood recovery begins
Kiwis are counting the cost after wild weather tore across the country yesterday.
'Trailblazer': NZME to launch dedicated country music station
iHeartCountry New Zealand will feature global stars like Morgan Wallen and Keith Urban.
Slip drama: Front of new property collapses in heavy rain, residents flee
The slip blocked Cressy Terrace, making it impassable for vehicles.
Jamie Beaton’s Crimson buys Being AI’s school in Takapuna, reveals more bricks-and-mortar plans
The troubled Being AI slims down.
The All Blacks starting XV: How Razor will pick his team and who's vying for spots
Liam Napier analyses last year’s team and looks at where changes will come in 2025.
'Catastrophic': Learner driver killed hitchhiker 79 days after getting licence
Family of British tourist angry over young driver's 'lack of respect'.
Premium news
'Got to stop': Why ex-Two by Two church members are breaking decades of silence
Ex-members are speaking out en masse about the Two by Twos church. They explain why.
Amy Mansfield spent seven years at Auckland University – here's what she got out of it
Turning old lecture notes into comedy gold.
Inside the battle for Labour’s wealth tax
A new generation of party activists is ready to fill David Parker's shoes after his exit.
Jamie Beaton’s Crimson buys Being AI’s school in Takapuna, reveals more bricks-and-mortar plans
The troubled Being AI slims down.
The All Blacks starting XV: How Razor will pick his team and who's vying for spots
Liam Napier analyses last year’s team and looks at where changes will come in 2025.
Legaltech firm VXT raises $2.5m at $45m value with Silicon Valley backing
Firm says it's fast growing in the US and tracking to a $100m revenue within two years.
Homes evacuated in Christchurch due to slips, Wellington wind warning downgraded
Severe winds lashed the capital, torrential rain sparked widespread flooding in the south.
'Absolute legends': Canterbury town locals praise fire crews for flood heroics
Crews rescued two people and two dogs from a car stranded in floodwater.
Battered pensioner bound and dumped in carpark before attackers burgled his home
Pier Raviola died in hospital several days after the brutal attack.
'Incredible savings': Qantas launches flash sale for NZ travellers
The sale lasts 48 hours and has already started.
'We are here to help': ASB offers relief measures for weather-hit customers
Bank says it will pause home loan repayments for up to three months.
Aerial photos reveal extent of Selwyn flooding as state of emergency continues
Christchurch Airport recorded over 80mm of rain in 24 hours.
Indian Panthers suspended for remainder of NBL season amid pay allegations
It comes after a turbulent tenure off the court since announcing they would join the NBL.
Watch: Mark Mitchell announces Christchurch under state of emergency after flooding
Torrential rain has also triggered a state of emergency in Canterbury's Selwyn District.
Legaltech firm VXT raises $2.5m at $45m value with Silicon Valley backing
Firm says it's fast growing in the US and tracking to a $100m revenue within two years.
Richie McCaw stand? Debate over who will be honoured at new stadium
Naming rights for stands at the new Christchurch covered stadium are still available.
'Fortunate to be safe': Woman and children rescued from car 'engulfed' by flooding
Firefighters rescued a woman and two kids trapped in floodwaters in Canterbury.
'It's game on': Wild storm brings first big snow dump of the season
Porters Lodge reported 20cm of snow, with snow play likely this weekend.
Watch: Health minister to speak amid nationwide healthcare strike
Thousands of surgeries and appointments across NZ will be cancelled by today's action.
Not done yet! How the Blues can make the quarter-finals
The defending champions sit third to last but they can't be ruled out just yet.
Concerns grow over police training after graduate flips patrol car
Police are investigating; no other vehicles were involved in the incident.