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Home / Canterbury

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Christopher Luxon grapples with ghost of Covid response as new disaster looms
Thomas Coughlan
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Christopher Luxon grapples with ghost of Covid response as new disaster looms

The Government is keen to make sure its reaction to a crisis differs from Labour's.

27 Mar 04:00 PM
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Pregnancies, marriage, sexting, grooming: The alarming number of teachers who crossed the line

A Herald investigation finds 125 cases of inappropriate student relationships in 20 years.

27 Mar 04:00 PM
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How a young teacher hid sexual relationships with two students for more than a year

Sam Bocock used aliases like ‘Michael’, ‘Alex’ and ‘Bella’ to hide the affairs.

27 Mar 06:10 AM

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‘Isn’t this grouse?’: Inside opening day at Christchurch’s new covered stadium
Christchurch

‘Isn’t this grouse?’: Inside opening day at Christchurch’s new covered stadium

The fully enclosed One NZ Stadium opened amid gale force winds outside.

27 Mar 06:00 AM
Christchurch is booming – and Aucklanders are increasingly moving south
Christchurch

Christchurch is booming – and Aucklanders are increasingly moving south

Lower house prices, a healthy economy and attractive lifestyle are drawing people in.

27 Mar 04:31 AM
'Only way forward': Heinz Wattie’s confirms plant closures, 300 jobs to go
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'Only way forward': Heinz Wattie’s confirms plant closures, 300 jobs to go

27 Mar 03:11 AM
'Isn’t this grouse?': Christchurch’s $683m stadium finally opens its doors
New Zealand

'Isn’t this grouse?': Christchurch’s $683m stadium finally opens its doors

27 Mar 12:12 AM
Hallenstein Glassons profit jumps 32% as sales surge to $275m
Retail

Hallenstein Glassons profit jumps 32% as sales surge to $275m

26 Mar 10:27 PM
Tech‑focused dairy and beef farmers take out Auckland environment title
New Zealand

Tech‑focused dairy and beef farmers take out Auckland environment title

26 Mar 09:21 PM
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Richard Harman: How Auckland politics now drives the Beehive
Opinion

Richard Harman: How Auckland politics now drives the Beehive

Around 57% of coalition support at the last election came from Auckland.

26 Mar 08:00 PM
Watch Maadi Regatta: Secondary school rowers clash in A finals
Sport

Watch Maadi Regatta: Secondary school rowers clash in A finals

Watch all the action from the 2026 Maadi Regatta.

26 Mar 06:45 PM
Watch Maadi Regatta: Secondary school rowers clash in B finals
Sport

Watch Maadi Regatta: Secondary school rowers clash in B finals

Watch all the action from the 2026 Maadi Regatta.

26 Mar 06:44 PM
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Stock Takes: How professional investors are handling sharemarket volatility and the Middle East meltdown
Stock takes

Stock Takes: How professional investors are handling sharemarket volatility and the Middle East meltdown

The NZX50 has fallen about 5% since the conflict began on February 28.

26 Mar 06:00 PM
Boom in students, budget in reverse: How long can universities stretch?
New Zealand

Boom in students, budget in reverse: How long can universities stretch?

The University of Auckland now has a record 47,033 students, up 8% on last year.

26 Mar 04:00 PM
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Stock Takes: How professional investors are handling sharemarket volatility and the Middle East meltdown
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Stock Takes: How professional investors are handling sharemarket volatility and the Middle East meltdown

The NZX50 has fallen about 5% since the conflict began on February 28.

26 Mar 06:00 PM
Boom in students, budget in reverse: How long can universities stretch?
New Zealand

Boom in students, budget in reverse: How long can universities stretch?

The University of Auckland now has a record 47,033 students, up 8% on last year.

26 Mar 04:00 PM
Christchurch urged to act as calls grow for safer city nights out
New Zealand

Christchurch urged to act as calls grow for safer city nights out

Christchurch has no Safer Venues-style scheme, unlike Wellington’s nightlife.

26 Mar 04:00 PM
Which regions could be hit next as red rain warnings loom?
New Zealand

Which regions could be hit next as red rain warnings loom?

Tauranga, Coromandel and Tasman face likely upgrades to red rain warnings.

26 Mar 08:52 AM
'Significant event' to hit Tasman as subtropical storm moves to South Island
New Zealand

'Significant event' to hit Tasman as subtropical storm moves to South Island

Heavy rain, strong gusty winds and flood risk warnings as subtropical storm shifts south.

26 Mar 06:43 AM
Chop-shop owner who took $800k in stolen cars loses bid to cut jail term
New Zealand

Chop-shop owner who took $800k in stolen cars loses bid to cut jail term

The vehicles were quickly stripped for parts and shipped to the Middle East.

26 Mar 05:00 AM

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Dan Carter kicks first goal at One NZ stadium
Christchurch

Dan Carter kicks first goal at One NZ stadium

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26 Mar 10:34 PM
Water erupts from ground in Christchurch, narrowly missing power pole
Christchurch

Water erupts from ground in Christchurch, narrowly missing power pole

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26 Mar 07:29 PM
NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Thursday, March 26, 2026
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NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Thursday, March 26, 2026

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Pregnancies, marriage, sexting, grooming: The alarming number of teachers who crossed the line
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Pregnancies, marriage, sexting, grooming: The alarming number of teachers who crossed the line

A Herald investigation finds 125 cases of inappropriate student relationships in 20 years.

27 Mar 04:00 PM
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‘Isn’t this grouse?’: Inside opening day at Christchurch’s new covered stadium
Christchurch

‘Isn’t this grouse?’: Inside opening day at Christchurch’s new covered stadium

The fully enclosed One NZ Stadium opened amid gale force winds outside.

27 Mar 06:00 AM
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Richard Harman: How Auckland politics now drives the Beehive
Opinion

Richard Harman: How Auckland politics now drives the Beehive

Around 57% of coalition support at the last election came from Auckland.

26 Mar 08:00 PM
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Stock Takes: How professional investors are handling sharemarket volatility and the Middle East meltdown
Stock takes

Stock Takes: How professional investors are handling sharemarket volatility and the Middle East meltdown

The NZX50 has fallen about 5% since the conflict began on February 28.

26 Mar 06:00 PM
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Explained: What is NZ20? Everything to know about new T20 league
Cricket

Explained: What is NZ20? Everything to know about new T20 league

New Zealand Cricket has given a green light in principle for the franchise competition.

25 Mar 10:45 PM
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'They just get on and play': CNI schools embrace cameras as Auckland holds out
School Rugby

'They just get on and play': CNI schools embrace cameras as Auckland holds out

All 54 CNI First XV games will stream free on Māori+ YouTube this season.

25 Mar 05:01 PM

More Canterbury news

Former Anglican priest Jonathan Kirkpatrick sexually violated teen at Canterbury bach
New Zealand

Former Anglican priest Jonathan Kirkpatrick sexually violated teen at Canterbury bach

He was earlier jailed for stealing more than $665,000 from AUT in 2011.

26 Mar 04:19 AM
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Explained: What is NZ20? Everything to know about new T20 league
Cricket

Explained: What is NZ20? Everything to know about new T20 league

New Zealand Cricket has given a green light in principle for the franchise competition.

25 Mar 10:45 PM
How mystery food bags could cut both waste and your grocery bill
New Zealand

How mystery food bags could cut both waste and your grocery bill

Customers pay about one-third of the usual price for surplus food.

25 Mar 10:44 PM
Person in critical condition after late-night Canterbury assault
Christchurch

Person in critical condition after late-night Canterbury assault

A 36-year-old man is due in court today after the attack in Lincoln last night.

25 Mar 08:53 PM
'People were surprised': Lincoln University to cut 40 jobs
New Zealand

'People were surprised': Lincoln University to cut 40 jobs

All permanent staff have until April 23 to apply for enhanced exit packages.

25 Mar 08:18 PM
Split Enz add extra shows to national tour after 45,000-fan reunion
Entertainment

Split Enz add extra shows to national tour after 45,000-fan reunion

It follows Split Enz's 1000th gig and first show in 18 years at Electric Avenue.

25 Mar 07:00 PM
Watch Maadi Regatta: Secondary school rowers do battle
Sport

Watch Maadi Regatta: Secondary school rowers do battle

Watch all the action from the 2026 Maadi Regatta.

25 Mar 06:45 PM
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NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Thursday, March 26, 2026
New Zealand

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Thursday, March 26, 2026

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Ban on credit card surcharges may not proceed, severe weather battering upper North Island.

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25 Mar 06:26 PM
Small but perfectly formed: The big appeal of intimate hotels
Travel

Small but perfectly formed: The big appeal of intimate hotels

From Queenstown to Mexico, these small hotels prove intimate stays beat big resorts.

25 Mar 06:00 PM
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'They just get on and play': CNI schools embrace cameras as Auckland holds out
School Rugby

'They just get on and play': CNI schools embrace cameras as Auckland holds out

All 54 CNI First XV games will stream free on Māori+ YouTube this season.

25 Mar 05:01 PM
Maadi Regatta finals picture takes shape after day of high-stakes racing
Sport

Maadi Regatta finals picture takes shape after day of high-stakes racing

Both Maadi Cup repechages saw South Island champions lead from start to finish.

25 Mar 04:20 PM
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Son of an All Blacks star set for new starting role: All you need to know about Super Rugby round seven
Super Rugby

Son of an All Blacks star set for new starting role: All you need to know about Super Rugby round seven

Everything you need to know for the weekend's action, with several new roles for players.

25 Mar 04:01 PM
Jailed drink driver told his mum no one would listen. Hours later he was found dead
New Zealand

Jailed drink driver told his mum no one would listen. Hours later he was found dead

The coroner found inmates bullied, assaulted and stole from Alexander Nicholls-Braddock.

25 Mar 04:00 PM
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Editorial: Government right to review outdated dog control laws
Editorial

Editorial: Government right to review outdated dog control laws

OPINION: The key now is to ensure it is done properly and introduces meaningful changes.

25 Mar 04:00 PM
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