New ZealandEmpty-handed burglars apologise and fleeTwo would-be burglars of a Christchurch pub apologised to a cleaner and fled the building empty-handed in the early hours of this 09 Oct 08:28 PM
New ZealandCancers left hidden by test changeChanges undermine value of national bowel screening programme, expert says.09 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandDead hunter named as Nicolaj BrunPolice have named the man who died following a fall on the Gunn Ridge Track near Whataroa on Friday as Nicolaj Brun.08 Oct 11:46 PM
New ZealandWife killer out on paroleThe Canterbury man who cheated on his wife and was jailed for burning her to death in her car is out on parole.08 Oct 05:48 PM
New ZealandMotorcyclist crash in ChristchurchA motorcyclist is in a serious condition after a crash in the Christchurch suburb of Cashmere.08 Oct 05:28 PM
New ZealandDisability group dismayed in AB's actionsA disability advocate is dismayed that a prominent rugby player would treat disabled toilets with such little respect.05 Oct 11:18 PM
AirlinesJucy pod-style hotel set for businessJucy's Christchurch-based pod-style hotel is in demand ahead of its November opening.05 Oct 09:10 PM
New ZealandCop 'assaulted by man with screwdriver'A police officer called out to a Christchurch home last night was allegedly assaulted by a man with a screwdriver.05 Oct 12:17 AM
New ZealandFears for missing Temuka teenPolice are fearing for the safety of a 17-year-old Clandeboye local who has not been seen since 10am on Tuesday morning.04 Oct 10:34 AM
New ZealandHorses involved in car accident in South IslandA float carrying two horses has crashed in the Waitaki District this afternoon. Emergency crews were called to an area near Hampden-Palmerston 03 Oct 02:37 AM
New ZealandOil and gas drilling plan angers councilAs consultation opens on an oil and gas drilling plan, some city councillors are now questioning if the Government will listen to what they say.02 Oct 08:12 PM
New ZealandShock over death of 'wonderful student'The sudden death of a "bright, wonderful student" at a University of Canterbury halls of residence has left students and staff in shock.02 Oct 03:57 AM
New ZealandSudden death of student at CanterburyThe woman died at Rochester and Rutherford Hall on Ilam Rd in Christchurch.01 Oct 10:22 AM
New ZealandStay in - it's all rain and thunderstormsThis will be a good weekend to check out the museum or cuddle up with a book as heavy showers and thunderstorms are forecast for parts of the country.30 Sep 06:16 PM
New ZealandRugby coaches ignore social skillsHigh-school coaches focus on technical rugby skills rather than personal development, study finds.29 Sep 08:46 PM
New ZealandDigital screen use causing youth's eye damageToo much screen use is taking its toll on young people's eyes, with children as young as five having to get treatment, Canterbury optometrists say.29 Sep 02:23 AM
SportHockey: Midlands awarded Shield after recountA miscount from Hockey New Zealand means the Ramesh Patel Shield will head to Midlands after spending just a week with Canterbury Hockey.29 Sep 02:04 AM
New ZealandTruck crash closes Lewis PassA major South Island highway is closed after a truck crash.28 Sep 06:03 PM
BDBDAgribusinessApproval for $400m irrigation schemeShareholders have approved the second stage of a major South Canterbury irrigation scheme.27 Sep 11:10 PM
New ZealandNot guilty plea in baby assault caseA Canterbury man who allegedly assaulted a 3-month old baby has pleaded not guilty to all charges.27 Sep 10:40 PM
New ZealandWorkers leave SCIRTAn exodus of workers is becoming a problem for major infrastructure projects in Christchurch, with less than 3 months until SCIRT wraps up.25 Sep 08:55 PM
New ZealandStudent breaks back in roof stuntA Canterbury student is in hospital with a serious spinal fracture he suffered jumping from a roof into a paddling pool with his hair on fire as a stunt.23 Sep 09:15 AM
New ZealandCar rolls in Rolleston, one trappedAn early morning car crash on a Canterbury road leaves a person trapped.22 Sep 06:36 PM
New ZealandFormer city councillor returning for a causeA former city councillor during the Sir Hamish Hay era is making a bid to return to local politics. Gabrielle Stuart reports.22 Sep 03:35 AM
New ZealandGerry Brownlee scoffs at Treasury reportGerry Brownlee was scathing of the Treasury analysis, in spite of the improved report, saying it was done by people who "fluff about the place pontificating".22 Sep 03:10 AM
New ZealandWoman hit by car in North CanterburyA woman has been hit by a car while walking in North Canterbury this afternoon.21 Sep 02:14 AM
New ZealandPubs, clubs blast police 'bully' tacticsChristchurch pubs and clubs fighting controversial moves to shut them down at 1am feel they are being "bullied" and "harassed" by police.21 Sep 01:45 AM
New ZealandMarae, refuges funded to house homelessMarae, women's refuges and other social agencies have won funding to house 3000 homeless families and individuals a year in the latest 20 Sep 03:30 AM
New ZealandMan discharged after Cave Rock fallA drunken reveller seriously injured after falling 9m from the landmark Cave Rock at Christchurch's seaside suburb of Sumner has been discharged from hospital.20 Sep 12:54 AM
New ZealandWoman stole $110k to feed pokies habitCanterbury woman stole from an intellectually disabled woman to fund her gambling habit displayed an "astonishingly and reprehensible" breach of trust.20 Sep 12:36 AM
New ZealandArmed police raid Canterbury homeArmed police hunting for a wanted person raid an Ashburton home.19 Sep 05:47 PM
New ZealandIs cat handbag fur real?Bag made from the pelt and head of a ginger cat has a starting price of $1400.19 Sep 09:16 AM
TravelRoom check: The Mantra at TekapoSarah Lawrence checks into a lovely spot with mountain views.19 Sep 03:00 AM
New ZealandHealth hub plans revisited for ChristchurchPlans to build a new health hub and maternity unit in the central city, which were scrapped because of asbestos contamination, may still go ahead.18 Sep 11:48 PM
