New ZealandCovid 19: Hospital defers surgery as occupancy tops 112%Situation made worse by high levels of staff sickness.31 May 03:14 AM
New ZealandProperties evacuated after possible explosives found in AshburtonPolice are advising members of the public to avoid the area.31 May 02:47 AM
New ZealandJuliet Arnott finding her feet after mental health strugglesThe capable craftsperson and occupational therapist was herself broken.30 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandLive: 5836 cases today, five virus-related deaths, 403 people in hospitalTen patients are in intensive care today.30 May 01:13 AM
New ZealandStudy brings new questions about freshwater impact of NZ dairy farmingOne litre of dairy milk produced in Canterbury needs up to 11,000 litres of water.29 May 09:55 PM
New ZealandFarmers reflect on Canterbury flood, one year onFarms have recovered well and in some cases, pastures are better than before.29 May 09:45 PM
Super RugbyCrusaders beat Reds to seal quarter-final against RedsLet's hope the second edition produces a more compelling contest.27 May 09:40 AM
New Zealand'Hush money': Residents affected by wastewater plant smell say $200 won't helpThe council approved a one-off $200 cash payment for about 3300 homes yesterday.26 May 08:17 PM
New ZealandSecret cameras: Residents help police catch street racers doing burnoutsIt comes as boy racer activity continues to be a problem in Canterbury.26 May 12:05 AM
New Zealand'A true hero': Banks Peninsula farmer awarded for help after floodNorth Canterbury Federated Farmers gave George Masefield an Outstanding Service Award.25 May 10:30 PM
TravelOpen call for young Kiwi explorers to ski to South PoleNZAHT is looking for young Kiwi and Norwegian explorers to follow in Amundsen's tracks.25 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMad Dog: 10 heart attacks not slowing down Robin JudkinsCoast to Coast founder speaks about running events, health scares and writing.25 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandDugald Thomas bids farewell to Canterbury A&P showgroundsCanterbury Ag Park was a barren, windy dust-bowl when Dugald Thomas first set foot on it.24 May 11:15 PM
New ZealandHead Hunters MC 'standover': Man hospitalised after alleged drug debt recoveryThree men in court after yesterday's incident.24 May 10:40 PM
New ZealandSir Richard Hadlee opens new sports centre: 'It's my legacy to cricket'Hagley Oval is now NZ's premier cricket ground, game's great says.24 May 07:13 PM
New ZealandMosque attacks: Police staff including first on scene recognisedPolice efforts continued for months after the terror attacks.24 May 02:05 AM
New ZealandBrrrr: Sub-zero temperatures across the country as winter loomsThe coldest temperature of the year has reportedly been recorded this morning.23 May 08:50 PM
New ZealandTaxi driver has gun pointed at head: 'I will shoot you!'Driver manages to escape before police arrest two people 85km away.23 May 02:56 AM
New ZealandMosque terror attacks: Responders to be recognised with awardsFifty-nine awards to be presented tomorrow - and 3800 citations over next few months.23 May 02:19 AM
New ZealandMāori rock art: A little known national taongaThere are an astounding 761 rock art sites in the South Island.22 May 10:39 PM
New ZealandJudge tells drug dealer to hand over $244,000Operation busted after Christmas Day family harm callout.22 May 10:01 PM
New ZealandChristchurch stabbing: Police searching for two peopleThe victim was assessed and treated by paramedics.22 May 07:20 PM
New ZealandBlustery Sunday: Strong wind watches, road, snowfall warnings for parts of NZSouthwest winds are bringing severe gales to parts of the North and South Islands.21 May 09:54 PM
New ZealandSnow hits the south as cold storm moves up NZSnow has carpeted skifields, roads and mountain passes in the lower South Island.20 May 08:00 AM
New ZealandWild weather: Tornado, gales - woman dies after being crushed by tree; harbour bridge lanes closedWild weather has hit the country.20 May 03:31 AM
New ZealandCocaine smuggling bust: Colombians face lengthy wait for trialCharges relating to bringing 50kg of the drug to NZ have been denied.19 May 10:48 PM
New ZealandIcy blast hits NZ: 849 lightning strikes, flooding - and big swell, snow on the wayStrong winds, heavy rain across NZ, and brace for a temperature drop down south on Friday.18 May 10:55 PM
World'March 15': NY shooter shares plan pre attack with original dateGendron had planned his attack for March 15, the three-year anniversary of NZ's tragedy.18 May 08:42 PM
New ZealandBar brings in 5-drink limit after crackdown on bottomless brunchThe 'long lunch' also comes with continuous servings of food.18 May 07:42 PM
New ZealandVehicle crashes into barrier on Christchurch motorwayThe crash is causing considerable delays southbound.18 May 07:32 PM
OpinionHamish ClarkOpinion: Christchurch smell getting worse - infiltrating homes, offices and vehiclesEverything smells and tastes like sewage to me.18 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Overpowering stench': Financial support for residents living close to damaged wastewater treatment plantPower bills are up for fans and dehumidifiers instead of opening windows to pong.17 May 08:41 PM
New ZealandOpinion: James Shaw is toast and his emissions plan a dog's breakfastOPINION: Economics has won the day over the environment, John MacDonald writes.17 May 05:00 AM
OpinionLianne Dalziel: Greater Christchurch partners with Government to avoid growing painsIt is the fastest-growing urban area outside of Auckland.16 May 06:00 PM
