New Zealand‘I was planning my funeral’: Woman’s six-day ordeal after bungled cancer diagnosisShe broke the heartbreaking news to her two sons and was considering an assisted death.10 Jun 01:46 AM
New ZealandDeluge for days: Slow-moving rainmaker to sweep across NZForecaster says things will go downhill later this week.10 Jun 12:16 AM
New ZealandCanterbury Shears gets the go-aheadChamps on November 14-15 — the Thursday and Friday of the traditional show week.09 Jun 11:38 PM
New ZealandSeven tickets share mega-rich $50 million Lotto Powerball prizeThe seven lucky winners each get to bank more than $7 million.08 Jun 09:07 AM
New ZealandGenerous Kiwis donate more than $100k to orphaned girls in 24 hoursDonors flock to Givealittle page set up to help couple's daughters.08 Jun 04:38 AM
New ZealandOne dead in crash west of ChristchurchA second person suffered moderate injuries in the incident at Darfield.07 Jun 08:15 PM
New ZealandParents die from cancer a week apart, orphaning two young daughtersMoney raised on a Givealittle will be used to help the couple's daughters.07 Jun 04:12 AM
New Zealand'NZ's Baby Reindeer': Arrest warrant issued for cancer faker accused of stealing $100kThe woman and her family fled the country after police were called.07 Jun 01:16 AM
New ZealandFireworks, free concerts and festivals to usher in Christchurch’s winterWinter events are set to be in full force throughout the city.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand$4b fund to fix 62,000 road potholes nationwideMore than $2 billion in funding will go towards fixing state highway potholes.06 Jun 02:31 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely devastated': Sacred objects stolen from Christchurch churchIt is yet another incident in a string of thefts against the community in recent years.06 Jun 02:03 AM
New Zealand‘Right a historic wrong’: Old school site of child sex abuse renamedDozens of boys were abused at Marylands School in Christchurch over decades.06 Jun 01:50 AM
New ZealandMan dies after being hit by car on busy Christchurch streetPolice confirmed the person died in hospital.05 Jun 10:48 PM
New ZealandMt Lyford fire: Dramatic photos show house destroyed in blazeHomeowner was away when the fire started this morning.05 Jun 02:33 AM
New Zealand'It is better to live': Ex-Shortland Street actor ends 19-day hunger strike'Better to live for a cause than to die for one', the actor said ending his protest.05 Jun 12:04 AM
New ZealandFirst XV grudge match: Post-game scuffle mars annual fixtureThe college match dates back more than 130 years.04 Jun 04:39 AM
New Zealand'Digging deep': The woman running for seven days straight on a treadmillEmma Timmis aims to break the current record of 833km.03 Jun 11:46 PM
EntertainmentBookworm trailer: Elijah Wood's new role in Kiwi filmShot in Canterbury, the new local comedy Bookworm, featuring Hollywood star Elijah Wood and breakout New Zealand talent Nell Fisher, will be in cinemas on August 8. Video / 818Watch03 Jun 11:28 PM
New ZealandKing's Birthday road toll rises to 3 after person struck on Auckland motorwayRoads in both main islands have also been closed today after crashes, police say.03 Jun 06:30 AM
New ZealandInmate faces charges after scaling roof at Rolleston PrisonThe prisoner caused damage to the building before climbing down an hour later.03 Jun 05:50 AM
New ZealandTwo dead in North Island crashes, one seriously injured in the South IslandRoads in both islands have also been closed today after crashes, police say.03 Jun 12:41 AM
New ZealandPerson seriously injured in Christchurch crash, traffic detouredThe road is currently blocked northbound.01 Jun 10:58 PM
New ZealandConservation land damaged in Canterbury fireMore than a dozen fires in Canterbury fanned by strong winds on Saturday.01 Jun 07:18 PM
New ZealandAshburton man arrested after three-person brawlHe was due in court today on two charges and police are considering more.31 May 05:15 AM
Super RugbyEx-All Black on retirement: 'You think you’re going to be a rugby player forever'Crusaders veteran ready for last run in red and black.30 May 10:00 PM
New ZealandMissing Chinese woman found alive in 'company of somebody she knows'Ping Lyu had last been seen in Christchurch on Saturday.30 May 01:55 AM
New ZealandMama Hooch rapists will not be deportedThe two Australian brothers accused of rape will not be deported when they leave jail.29 May 08:56 PM
New ZealandChristchurch Police appealing for information about missing womanPing Lyu was last seen on Stewart St in Addington, Christchurch on Saturday May 25.29 May 04:07 AM
New Zealand'A horrendous speed': Teen caught driving at more than double motorway speed limitThe teenager caught yesterday faces serious charges and has had his car confiscated.29 May 03:59 AM
LiveNew Zealand'Hectic': Hail the size of marbles pelts Auckland, city braces for next severe weather boutThunderstorms, heavy rain and strong 120km/h gales have hit the city this morning.29 May 02:56 AM
BusinessCensus 2024: Which town grew the fastest?Stay Golden: Two parts of the South Island give Auckland a run for its money.28 May 11:34 PM
New ZealandEx-Shortland Street actor loses 10kg in 12 days on hunger strikeWill Alexander is protesting the Government's response to the war in Gaza.28 May 09:53 PM
New Zealand'Power cuts and damage': 100km/h gales, thunderstorms to lash top of North IslandPeople are being told to prepare ahead of time by tying down loose objects.28 May 01:34 AM
New ZealandArmed police surround Christchurch house, arrest alleged kidnapper after negotiationsThe man, 41, faces several charges including threatening to kill, assault and kidnapping.27 May 09:22 PM
