New ZealandOne dead in Canterbury car crashOne person is dead following a single car crash near Christchurch tonight.31 Dec 10:13 AM
New Zealand5 people lucky to see in 2017, say policeFive people were lucky to escape from a serious crash in the Lewis Pass without life threatening injuries, due to wearing seatbelts.31 Dec 08:12 AM
New ZealandParty time as 2017 starts with a bangA spectacular fireworks display off Auckland's Sky Tower and parties around the country herald the start of a new year.31 Dec 05:20 AM
New ZealandMan charged after Bryndwr shootingA 33-year-old man has been arrested and charged with aggravated robbery in relation to a shooting in Bryndwr, Christchurch yesterday.30 Dec 09:08 AM
New ZealandShot man set to make full recoveryA man shot in Christchurch overnight who was targeted by armed intruders is set to make a full recovery.29 Dec 07:44 AM
New ZealandMan tried to take keys off Leeston teensA man reportedly tried to take the keys off a group of teens in the lead-up to a Boxing Day crash which killed three 15-year-olds in Canterbury.29 Dec 05:47 AM
New ZealandAn unexpected boon for a tiny townSprings Junction - the tiny settlement connecting State Highways 7 and 65 - now boasts two food caravans as well as a service station and cafe both operating 24/7.29 Dec 03:52 AM
New Zealand'Severe' earthquake in central NZThousands have reported feeling the "severe" 5.5 magnitude quake which rattled central New Zealand this afternoon.29 Dec 03:33 AM
New ZealandShot man targeted by armed intrudersPolice say a man shot overnight in Christchurch was targeted by two intruders.28 Dec 05:19 PM
New ZealandWeather: Drizzle clears for fine NYEA weak cold front will bring cloud, drizzle and showers to the country over the next few days but should clear in time for New Year celebrations.28 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne crash: Tongan band play tributeThe Tongan brass brand which lost two members in a Christmas Eve bus crash performed a tribute concert tonight as the holiday road toll climbed to 11.28 Dec 09:18 AM
New ZealandCrash teens to be farewelledThe funeral arrangements of two of the teenagers killed in a horror smash in the early hours of Boxing Day have been released.28 Dec 01:42 AM
New ZealandPolice seek missing pensionerCanterbury Police are seeking a missing man who was last seen on Boxing Day.28 Dec 12:59 AM
New ZealandChild sex offender admits 15th breachA high-risk child sex offender in custody after admitting cutting off his electronic monitoring tag and going on the run.27 Dec 10:06 PM
New ZealandXmas Day murder accused in courtA woman has been charged with murder after a man died in Christchurch on Christmas Day.27 Dec 09:18 PM
New ZealandCampground fire destroys cars, caravansCars, caravans and trees were ravaged when a fast-moving hedge fire spread through a north Canterbury campground.27 Dec 08:42 AM
New Zealand'Immense sadness' over death of teensFamily and friends of the three teens killed in a horror smash have been visiting the crash site in Canterbury all day today.27 Dec 02:41 AM
New ZealandPolice seek van involved in hit-and-runPolice are looking for a white van involved in a hit and run which landed a man in hospital on Christmas Eve.27 Dec 01:52 AM
New ZealandWhale dies in Caroline Bay near TimaruLocals were unable to save whale that repeatedly stranded on popular beach.26 Dec 11:07 PM
New ZealandTeens dead in crash with under-age driverThree young teenagers died in a high-speed car crash when their vehicle, driven by a 14-year-old, slammed into a tree.26 Dec 09:47 PM
New ZealandPolice find sex predator on run in South IslandA high-risk sex offender has been found by police.26 Dec 05:28 PM
New ZealandHoliday road toll rises to eightA teen killed alongside two young friends in a "preventable" early morning crash has been remembered in an emotional tribute urging other drivers to take care.26 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHoliday road toll rises to sevenThe holiday road toll now stands at seven since Friday afternoon.25 Dec 11:55 PM
New ZealandFine Boxing Day weather in storeDon't let the morning cloud fool you - it is set to be a fine Boxing Day for New Zealanders, with Central Otago tipped as the best place to be.25 Dec 06:42 PM
New ZealandXmas weather: What are we in store for?What will start out as a cloudy morning for most of the country should clear as the Christmas day wears on, but the odd shower is in store too.24 Dec 07:18 PM
New ZealandXmas weather: Where will the sun shine?The best spots for enjoying a Christmas hamper outdoors will be in the Bay of Plenty, Nelson and Central Otago tomorrow.23 Dec 08:58 PM
New ZealandBusiness quake support package extendedQuake-affected businesses in Wellington and Hurunui have been given a boost with the announcement that support subsidies will be extended.23 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandEx-cop wants Lisa Blakie murder probeBridget McMenamin worked on the Lisa Blakie murder inquiry. She has launched a Facebook page to investigate the 2000 case again.23 Dec 04:41 AM
New ZealandOne hurt in South Canterbury car crashOne person has moderate to serious injuries after a car crash in rural South Canterbury this afternoon.23 Dec 03:56 AM
New ZealandFree fishing app adds to conservation dataKiwi anglers will be able to log their catch this summer - and contribute to data around our fish stocks - thanks to a free app.23 Dec 01:15 AM
New Zealand'Idiot' skipper 'puts baby's life at risk'Seven people, including an infant, went out on a small boat yesterday, but just the skipper was wearing a lifejacket.22 Dec 11:11 PM
New ZealandChristmas day forecast to be mainly fineWet weather today will clear throughout the country making way for a mainly fine Christmas weekend.22 Dec 05:35 PM
BDBDBusinessCanterbury DHB faces mounting deficitsThe Canterbury DHB faces mounting deficits if nothing changes, a PwC report shows.22 Dec 02:32 AM
New ZealandSettlement to help protect Mackenzie environmentA legal settlement will stop vegetation being cleared without permission in Canterbury's picturesque Mackenzie Country.21 Dec 10:22 PM
