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
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
