New ZealandEnd of an era: Canterbury United Video store closing its doors"We're very reluctant to let it go," Owner Kevin Stewart said.21 Jan 01:23 AM
New ZealandRoad re-open after pedestrian dies in Canterbury crash involving truckMembers of the public are advised to avoid the area if possible.21 Jan 01:10 AM
New ZealandHundreds of eels saved as Canterbury pit dries upAbout 200 were rescued prior to Christmas and several hundred since.21 Jan 12:05 AM
New ZealandChristchurch's busiest and most dangerous roadsOne road has had 29 crashes over the last year.20 Jan 11:55 PM
New ZealandFears of mass stranding after young whale washes up on Christchurch beachProject Jonah General manager Daren Grover said the species is known for mass strandings.20 Jan 10:42 PM
SportChristchurch to host major international sailing event set to boost economy by millionsPart of the SailGP event will be held in Lyttelton Harbour in January 2022.20 Jan 06:21 PM
New ZealandFatal helicopter crash: Investigators' 'thorough' process could take yearsThe investigation into a fatal helicopter crash before Christmas may take up to two years.19 Jan 11:48 PM
New ZealandLower speed limits on state highways frustrate localsSignificant chunks of NZ's state highway network are no longer 100km/h zones.18 Jan 08:36 PM
New Zealand'Lowlifes': Santa's Grotto ransacked againSix windows were smashed at the building which contained floats for the Santa Parade.18 Jan 06:23 PM
New Zealand'Complete fail': New hospital parking charges some of the highest in the countryThe first 30 minutes are free, but two hours of parking will cost you $17.50.17 Jan 10:10 PM
New ZealandMonteith's brewery gifted to the CoastThe Greymouth brewery dates back to 1868; Monteith's was founded on the Coast.17 Jan 10:08 PM
SportCountry cricket: Sefton demolishes opposition to secure top spotOpening bowlers Jed Roberts and Micah Campbell grabbed seven wickets between them.17 Jan 07:39 PM
New ZealandMeet 'Chopper': Baby born 11 weeks premature in rescue helicopterKora Lord was born in the air over a tiny place called Hamilton Burn.16 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandArmed and ready: Canterbury cops react to gang frictionA general arming order has been made in Canterbury as gang tension threatens to escalate.14 Jan 09:11 PM
New ZealandFoul stink from retirement village laundry plagues Cashmere residentsResidents have raised concerns about the village's laundry facility since 2012.14 Jan 08:39 PM
New Zealand'People are scared of them': Group of 'drunks' accused of threatening mall customersSome regular customers no longer visited because they felt threatened.14 Jan 08:32 PM
New ZealandChristchurch stream to be revitalised with $1.5m boostThe historically significant wetland was an important food gathering area for Māori.14 Jan 06:51 PM
New ZealandPerson dies after vehicle towing caravan rolls in South CanterburyAnother person was injured and needed medical attention.14 Jan 01:30 AM
New ZealandMental health support not enough after eruption, shooting, says therapistThe disasters revealed a health system unable to deal with mass casualty events, she said.13 Jan 06:48 PM
New ZealandChristchurch fraudster jailed after fleecing $32k from victimsKieran Withers was sentenced in the Christchurch District Court on Wednesday.12 Jan 11:45 PM
New ZealandWoman, teenager missing in CanterburyRachel Dyer, Ngaire Ginders and 14-year-old Brianna are all missing from Canterbury.12 Jan 11:40 PM
New ZealandGang shooting: Charges against woman dismissedThe shooting in Kaiapoi left the son of a Mongrel Mob leader seriously injured.12 Jan 06:08 PM
New ZealandMissing yacht: Skipper contacts police after difficulty in Marlborough SoundsSkipper has spoken with police and is safe and well, an updated police statement said.12 Jan 01:02 AM
New ZealandPolice search for driver after Dunedin crash injures six, one criticallyTwo cars collided on Ravensbourne Rd on Friday night, injuring six.08 Jan 10:13 PM
New ZealandLast weekend of the Christmas break - how's the weather?There may still be a chance for one last beach trip this weekend before returning to work.08 Jan 08:23 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom Wet Jacket Arm to Hoon Hay: The many strange names of New ZealandThere are 50,519 place names in New Zealand. Some are rather odd.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandDiscovery of broken grave in Southland prompts woman to find distant familySharon Lankshear said it was 'really sad' to find part of her family history broken.07 Jan 06:41 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAir care: Taking to the skies with the Flying DoctorsThe service is getting busier - and more expensive to run.06 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWW2 veteran remembered: A century of cricket, tanks, and yarnsKurt Bayer remembers Alan Burgess, the world's oldest living first-class cricketer.06 Jan 02:30 AM
New ZealandWW2 veteran and NZ's oldest first-class cricketer diesAlan Burgess passed away last night, aged 100.05 Jan 09:17 PM
New ZealandLiquor store director fined for employment breachesStaff were being paid less than minimum wage through the dual payroll system.05 Jan 07:50 PM
New ZealandHomicide victim was set to appear in court today - now his alleged killer is in the dockA man will appear in court this morning charged with murder.05 Jan 07:12 PM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesBlind faith: Harveys' new owners aim highThe new owners of Harvey Furnishings have plans to double the group's $30m turn over.05 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGang land: Garden City simmers with rising gang tensionTrouble has been brewing in Christchurch with new gangs setting up in town.05 Jan 03:19 AM
