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Powerful gusts of up to 100 km/h are expected to roar across the north this afternoon.
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Inquiries under way after man taken to Christchurch Hospital with critical injuries
It is not yet confirmed how the man became so badly injured.
Christchurch rape trial: Jury retires to consider verdicts after six weeks of evidence
Former footballer denies accusations at High Court trial in Christchurch.
Why growers are moving production to Canterbury
FruitFed Supplies says there's a noticeable increase in horticulture in the region.
Aucklanders brace for gales, hail, cold temperatures, possible blackouts; snow falls in Chch
A major highway in the South Island has been closed to due snow and ice.
Pedestrian hospitalised after Canterbury car meet crash, police hunt for driver
A teenager was reportedly struck by a ute before it fled the scene.
Heavy snow and thunderstorms to hit New Zealand
'If you must travel, ensure you have snow chains, sleeping bags ... and emergency items.'
Broken bones, spinal injuries, heart giving out: Inside the rescue helicopter
The Herald spends a weekend witnessing lifesaving missions across the South Island.
Inside the Westpac rescue helicopter
Inside the Westpac rescue helicopter with the NZ Herald. Video / George Heard
North Island faces heavy rain after South Island snow dump
Waitomo, Taumarunui, Taupo, Taihape and Taranaki may face the brunt of the rain.
South Canterbury crash victim 'will be missed by all'
The man died at the scene of the truck and car collision.
Opinion: Why I joined the cult of running
OPINION: Connor Kitto on the joys of jogging - and how it's booming.
Snow hits the South Island
Parts of the South Island brace for heavy snowfall with orange warnings in place for parts of Otago and Canterbury. Video / Cam Winter, George Heard
'Disgusted': Family distraught after dog’s body disposed of without their knowledge
The family was left with no way to say goodbye after their dog’s remains were destroyed.
Police appealing for witnesses after fiery truck crash claims life
Police are urging anyone with dashcam footage of the accident to come forward.
One dead after fiery two-vehicle crash closes SH1, helicopter sent to scene
Initial reports suggested serious injuries.
The next Wahs generation: NRL scouts swarm NZ high schools competition
After years of ignoring South Island talent, the Warriors are looking south for new stars.
'A new vision': Kiwi company develops gondolas to operate above congested roads
The technology caught the eye of the former Google transport executive.
Hat-trick: Three teenage sisters accepted into prestigious US ballet school
All three sisters are heading stateside to take the next step.
One person dead in Canterbury quad bike crash
Inquiries are ongoing, and the death will be referred to the Coroner.
Canterbury farm workers turn out to be Colombia-linked cocaine smugglers
Criminal group imported, or tried to import, $100m of drugs.
'Severe gale': 130km/h winds forecast for central South Island, lower North Island
Forecasters warn of difficult driving conditions and tree and powerline damage.
Christchurch police investigating after reports of man approaching schoolgirls
Police are reviewing CCTV footage from the areas.
'We will track you down': Men arrested after illegal activities at car wreckers' yards
A 21-year-old from Upper Hutt and a 39-year-old from Christchurch were arrested.
Farming leader concerned over land and water changes
Changes include take & use of water, wetland construction & agricultural intensification.
Death of Christchurch baby 'unexplained', police say
Police have given more information about a sudden death in Christchurch.
Comancheros gang pad stripped of branding days after whole chapter arrested
Police crackdown on gang, alleging Auckland-Christchurch drugs supply link.
Death at Christchurch property being investigated by police
Police and emergency services responded to an incident about 3pm.
Watch: John Travolta flies out of Queenstown behind controls of private jet
'Whenever I feel stressed, I just want to hop on a plane to Queenstown.'
Electric Avenue announces star-studded 2025 line-up
The festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a two-day gig and huge headliners.
‘I'll never get the time back’: Ex-rugby player lost everything to gambling
He took loans out, pawned precious items – and his family had no idea.
Serial shoplifter facing dozens of charges, $400 worth of chocolate among thefts
The 46-year-old woman faces more than 80 charges.
'Perfect storm': The impact of drought in Hurunui district
Feed supply has been sapped bare in the drought-stricken Hurunui district.
Waipara wildfire: Fears forecasted wind changes will cause further spread
All outdoor fires are now banned in Canterbury until next Monday.