New ZealandLightning strikes logs causing fire in South CanterburyEmergency services were called to the fire on Levels Valley Rd at about 12.30pm.28 Jan 12:02 AM
New ZealandSingapore teenager caught planning to imitate Christchurch mosque attacksThe youth was planning to use a machete against Muslims at two Singapore mosques.27 Jan 10:51 PM
New Zealand'Greedsters': Climate activists disrupt council meeting in protest against airport plansThe group is protesting the council's plans to build a new airport at Tarras.27 Jan 08:53 PM
New Zealand$34,000 on foam: The real cost of fighting Lake Pukaki fire revealedThe 12-day blaze swept through almost 3500ha near Twizel.27 Jan 08:40 PM
New ZealandSummer scorcher: Parts of South Island up to 36CBlenheim hit 36.1C at 4pm, smashing its January temperature record set in 1972.27 Jan 04:32 AM
New ZealandMan accused of arson after fire damages 105-year-old mansionOwners 'devastated' by early-morning blaze.27 Jan 01:15 AM
New ZealandChristchurch mayor responds to criticism of cycleway planThe owners of the Copenhagen Bakery are unhappy with the loss of car parks.27 Jan 12:36 AM
New Zealand10th Christchurch quake anniversary to be shown across the worldThe national memorial service will be held from 12.30pm on February 22.26 Jan 11:13 PM
New ZealandPinched: Trike thieves strikePolice alert after specialised tricycle stolen from charity.26 Jan 01:26 AM
New ZealandAkaroa bay closed after faecal bacteria foundThe bacteria was found in a recent sample taken from Glen Bay.25 Jan 11:08 PM
New ZealandSummer scorcher: Temperatures set to reach 36C in south this weekTemperatures could be 12C above Christchurch's average for this time of year.24 Jan 11:59 PM
SportCountry cricket team's thrilling one wicket win against rivalsOne bowler scored five wickets off of 30 runs to secure his team's win.24 Jan 09:00 PM
BusinessThe companies dumping contaminants down the drain - and getting away with itSome of New Zealand's biggest manufacturers and brands are repeat offenders.24 Jan 07:56 PM
New ZealandJet boat and trailer stolen after owner leaves to get tyre repairedThe driver left the boat and trailer on the side of the road after 12pm on Tuesday.24 Jan 07:41 PM
New ZealandBoys' schools ask parents to pay more in voluntary donations'Boys get the priority', says McAuley High School principal Jan Waelen.24 Jan 04:00 PM
TravelInsider guide to Geraldine: Artist John BadcockWhat to see and do in this peaceful and pretty South Canterbury town.23 Jan 06:00 PM
New ZealandRough weather on way for Wellington, parts of South IslandHeavy rain and strong winds are set to put a dampener on summer in parts of NZ today.23 Jan 01:19 AM
New ZealandHow to teach skills for workplace of next generationTeachers aim to lift students' aspirations above mere grades.22 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentJimmy Barnes: Rod Stewart headbutted fan in NZ, threatened to throw piano off stageStewart toured the country with Cold Chisel in 1979.22 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandAnti-nuclear protesters kick-off global celebrations in ChristchurchIt marks the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons becoming international law.22 Jan 01:35 AM
Super Rugby'My body was shutting down': Crusaders assistant coach reveals Covid-19 battleForwards mentor says he was rushed to French hospital for a heart scan, fearing the worst.21 Jan 11:25 PM
New ZealandChristchurch drug bust: Man charged after large cannabis operation uncoveredPolice executed a search warrant at a Marshland Rd property from about 8.15am on Thursday.21 Jan 09:17 PM
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
