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Home / Canterbury

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Black Ferns grapple with eligibility rules as players seek more rugby
Sport

Black Ferns grapple with eligibility rules as players seek more rugby

Eight Black Ferns now play in England’s Premiership Women’s Rugby.

24 Mar 06:26 AM
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‘Cruel in the extreme’: Man tortured family cat as relationship broke down

Rongjian Feng snapped cat's teeth with pliers, lifted it by its tail and tried to kick it.

24 Mar 04:15 AM
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Police seek public help after woman seriously injured in central Chch city stabbing

A woman underwent surgery for serious stab wounds and is now stable in hospital.

24 Mar 02:03 AM

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Man from religious organisation charged with rape and strangulation, due in court today
New Zealand

Man from religious organisation charged with rape and strangulation, due in court today

The 45-year-old is charged with rape, strangulation and indecent assault.

24 Mar 12:31 AM
Man dies after suspected bid to steal copper from live power box in Christchurch red zone
Christchurch

Man dies after suspected bid to steal copper from live power box in Christchurch red zone

Police say the man appeared to be trying to remove copper from a power box.

24 Mar 12:25 AM
Chiefs halfback returning to Rotorua roots for 'special' Moana Pasifika match
New Zealand

Chiefs halfback returning to Rotorua roots for 'special' Moana Pasifika match

23 Mar 11:07 PM
Dr Jacqueline Rowarth: Why farmers aren’t to blame for rising food prices
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Dr Jacqueline Rowarth: Why farmers aren’t to blame for rising food prices

23 Mar 10:50 PM
'He'll hit the ground running': Scott Barrett backs Dave Rennie as he eyes Crusaders return
All Blacks

'He'll hit the ground running': Scott Barrett backs Dave Rennie as he eyes Crusaders return

23 Mar 10:48 PM
Storm to hit north as Auckland set for 33 hours of rain
New Zealand

Storm to hit north as Auckland set for 33 hours of rain

23 Mar 10:12 PM
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All Blacks watch: How can Dave Rennie get the best out of his bench?
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All Blacks watch: How can Dave Rennie get the best out of his bench?

OPINION: Is my backside a pineapple? Some Super players would say it's up for debate.

23 Mar 10:07 PM
Fog blankets Christchurch disrupting flights in and out of city
Christchurch

Fog blankets Christchurch disrupting flights in and out of city

Canned flights include links to Auckland, Wellington, Napier and Invercargill.

23 Mar 10:02 PM
Lotto NZ announces major game overhaul: More prizes, bigger paydays, new odds
New Zealand

Lotto NZ announces major game overhaul: More prizes, bigger paydays, new odds

Powerball's top prizes will be bigger - but harder to win.

23 Mar 10:00 PM
Air NZ flights to Pacific destination cancelled due to 'volatile' fuel costs
Talanoa

Air NZ flights to Pacific destination cancelled due to 'volatile' fuel costs

'We know how important air services are for the Pacific,' the airline said.

23 Mar 07:42 PM
All aboard the ‘Crusaders Express’: Fans can take train to new covered stadium
Christchurch

All aboard the ‘Crusaders Express’: Fans can take train to new covered stadium

The rail service will run from Rolleston and Rangiora for various Super Rugby games.

23 Mar 07:35 PM
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Watch Maadi Regatta day two: Secondary school rowers do battle
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Watch Maadi Regatta day two: Secondary school rowers do battle

Watch all the action from the 2026 Maadi Regatta.

23 Mar 06:45 PM
NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Tuesday, March 24, 2026
New Zealand

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Tuesday, March 24, 2026

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Nicola Willis is set to announce details of cost relief measures for low-to-middle income households today; Canterbury crowned top regional economy.

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23 Mar 06:01 PM
Your guide to New Zealand's best Easter weekend events and more
Travel

Your guide to New Zealand's best Easter weekend events and more

Yet to plan your Easter weekend? We've got you covered.

23 Mar 06:00 PM
Maadi Regatta day one wrap: Standout school crews shine on Lake Ruataniwha
Sport

Maadi Regatta day one wrap: Standout school crews shine on Lake Ruataniwha

A record 2,287 school rowers are racing on Lake Ruataniwha this week.

23 Mar 04:53 PM
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The private companies that have benefitted so far from the $1.2b Regional Infrastructure Fund
Economy

The private companies that have benefitted so far from the $1.2b Regional Infrastructure Fund

Who's getting what for regional development: Oji, OpenStar, minerals and a NZ First donor.

23 Mar 04:00 PM
Christchurch supermarket recalls five bread products over possible metal presence
New Zealand

Christchurch supermarket recalls five bread products over possible metal presence

Consumers are advised to return the products to the supermarket for a full refund.

23 Mar 07:40 AM

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NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Friday, March 20, 2026
New Zealand

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Friday, March 20, 2026

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19 Mar 06:29 PM
A look inside Richie McCaw's luxury Christchurch home as it heads to auction | Ryan Bridge TODAY
Ryan Bridge TODAY

A look inside Richie McCaw's luxury Christchurch home as it heads to auction | Ryan Bridge TODAY

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18 Mar 07:36 PM
Christchurch Airport accident: Cause revealed | Ryan Bridge TODAY
Ryan Bridge TODAY

Christchurch Airport accident: Cause revealed | Ryan Bridge TODAY

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18 Mar 07:11 PM
South Island wrap: Mosque shooting inquest appeal; Christchurch Hospital under pressure
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South Island wrap: Mosque shooting inquest appeal; Christchurch Hospital under pressure

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10 Mar 07:22 PM
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All Blacks watch: How can Dave Rennie get the best out of his bench?
Paul Lewis
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All Blacks watch: How can Dave Rennie get the best out of his bench?

OPINION: Is my backside a pineapple? Some Super players would say it's up for debate.

23 Mar 10:07 PM
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The private companies that have benefitted so far from the $1.2b Regional Infrastructure Fund
Economy

The private companies that have benefitted so far from the $1.2b Regional Infrastructure Fund

Who's getting what for regional development: Oji, OpenStar, minerals and a NZ First donor.

23 Mar 04:00 PM
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From the Dux to the Strip: Inside Christchurch’s long lost legendary bars
New Zealand

From the Dux to the Strip: Inside Christchurch’s long lost legendary bars

Many once-iconic Garden City bars are now car parks, hotels, or empty lots.

22 Mar 06:34 PM
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Maadi Regatta power rankings: Who are the favourites for 2026?
Sport

Maadi Regatta power rankings: Who are the favourites for 2026?

The annual pinnacle of the NZ secondary schools’ rowing calendar starts today.

22 Mar 06:10 PM
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Phil Gifford: The All Blacks who stated their case the best in wild round of Super Rugby
Phil Gifford
OpinionPhil Gifford

Phil Gifford: The All Blacks who stated their case the best in wild round of Super Rugby

OPINION: Leicester Fainga'anuku’s explosive bench cameo reignited the Crusaders.

22 Mar 05:01 PM
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Small Business: The Polish dumpling brand aiming for every Kiwi freezer
Small Business

Small Business: The Polish dumpling brand aiming for every Kiwi freezer

Kate Grater talks to Tom Raynel about her small food business Pierogi Joint.

22 Mar 04:00 PM

More Canterbury news

First alerts issued for two days of stormy weather starting in north
New Zealand

First alerts issued for two days of stormy weather starting in north

The upper North Island is set for a lengthy period of heavy rain and strong wind this week

22 Mar 10:53 PM
Strike of luck! Rotorua and Tauranga Lotto players win big
New Zealand

Strike of luck! Rotorua and Tauranga Lotto players win big

Four players Bay of Plenty-wide cashed in over the weekend.

22 Mar 10:05 PM
Synlait Milk plunges to half-year $80.6m loss
Agribusiness

Synlait Milk plunges to half-year $80.6m loss

Chief executive Richard Wyeth said the result was disappointing.

22 Mar 09:33 PM
$50m plan to double the number of public EV chargers
Business

$50m plan to double the number of public EV chargers

The $52.7m loans will help fund 2574 new public charge points nationwide.

22 Mar 09:08 PM
Students injured after flat parties wage bottle-throwing war
Christchurch

Students injured after flat parties wage bottle-throwing war

One student is now avoiding campus and has ongoing effects from her head injury.

22 Mar 09:00 PM
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From the Dux to the Strip: Inside Christchurch’s long lost legendary bars
New Zealand

From the Dux to the Strip: Inside Christchurch’s long lost legendary bars

Many once-iconic Garden City bars are now car parks, hotels, or empty lots.

22 Mar 06:34 PM
Inside the growing trend of therapy dogs in the classroom
New Zealand

Inside the growing trend of therapy dogs in the classroom

Golden retriever Goose now works weekly in a shared counselling space.

22 Mar 06:14 PM
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Maadi Regatta power rankings: Who are the favourites for 2026?
Sport

Maadi Regatta power rankings: Who are the favourites for 2026?

The annual pinnacle of the NZ secondary schools’ rowing calendar starts today.

22 Mar 06:10 PM
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Phil Gifford: The All Blacks who stated their case the best in wild round of Super Rugby
Phil Gifford
OpinionPhil Gifford

Phil Gifford: The All Blacks who stated their case the best in wild round of Super Rugby

OPINION: Leicester Fainga'anuku’s explosive bench cameo reignited the Crusaders.

22 Mar 05:01 PM
Fashion retailer fighting to keep prices sharp, amidst economic uncertainty
New Zealand

Fashion retailer fighting to keep prices sharp, amidst economic uncertainty

Glassons is seeing the strongest sales in places like Christchurch and Queenstown.

22 Mar 04:00 PM
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Small Business: The Polish dumpling brand aiming for every Kiwi freezer
Small Business

Small Business: The Polish dumpling brand aiming for every Kiwi freezer

Kate Grater talks to Tom Raynel about her small food business Pierogi Joint.

22 Mar 04:00 PM
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Why Hurricanes assistant coach was drawn to Blues head coaching role
Super Rugby

Why Hurricanes assistant coach was drawn to Blues head coaching role

Jason Holland will replace Vern Cotter at the Blues at the end of the Super Rugby season.

22 Mar 03:25 AM
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Inside the brutal training grind driving Maadi Cup hopefuls
Sport

Inside the brutal training grind driving Maadi Cup hopefuls

Marlborough Boys' College rowers clock up to nine gruelling sessions a week.

22 Mar 02:01 AM
From the bowling green to canvas: NZ bowls champion on her unusual talent
Sport

From the bowling green to canvas: NZ bowls champion on her unusual talent

Mandy Boyd has carved out a life that balances elite sport with fine art.

22 Mar 01:00 AM
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