Waipara wildfire: Fears forecasted wind changes will cause further spread
All outdoor fires are now banned in Canterbury until next Monday.
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Dozens of Canterbury firefighters battling two large blazes tonight amid strong winds
Conditions continue to hamper firefighting efforts at a large forestry fire.
'Extreme fire behaviour' threat: Waipara blaze doubles in size overnight
The blaze grew from 40ha to 85ha over 24 hours.
JLL retirement village study: population up, companies adjust growth
Most older people do not live in such villages, even with 53,000 people there now.
North Canterbury wildfire ‘not controlled or contained’, fire services warn
'The fire has jumped the containment line.'
'Stolen valour': Former RSA president accused of wearing medals he didn’t earn
The former president was photographed at official events wearing medals he had not earned.
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Crayfish, heated cutlery, and Tourism New Zealand's $1.4m campaign bill
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Rain, wind, thunder: Feisty end to winter across country
Forecast wind 'concerning', Niwa says.
Canterbury man charged after police car rammed twice
The man reversed his vehicle into the police car twice.
Global cancer innovations bound for New Zealand with new conference on the way
The world's best minds in the sector are set to descend upon Christchurch.
Canterbury wildfire spreading at pine forest
Five helicopters have been working to control the blaze.
'Outstanding': Police Commissioner celebrates mass gang arrests
Every patched member of the Christchurch Comancheros chapter has been arrested.
Canterbury ice rink mulls helmet rules after fatal fall
Victor Schikker, 67, died earlier this month after he fell at Staveley ice rink.
'Very large dent': Police say mass gang arrests have disrupted drug trade
Police arrest 18 men as part of an 8-month-long investigation.
The five biggest property sales in 2024 so far – including Sir Peter Jackson’s Lyall Bay deal
Buying and selling activity is continuing apace, despite the sluggish economy.
Top of the table: Magpies' dream season start continues with victory over Canterbury
The Magpies scored four tries to hit the top of the NPC ladder.
Environment Canterbury stands firm on iwi councillors
ECan rejects proposal to oust Ngāi Tahu representatives.
Preserving a 160-year legacy: What to expect from this year’s Christchurch Show
The new owners of the agricultural show have 90 days to pull together the iconic event.
Mum and dad film First XV final on iPhone, get 52,000 viewers
Mike Thorpe reports on the latest news from around the south.
Retired woman left with one leg shorter after hip surgery, takes on ACC alone
'Her everyday life has been hard: physically, emotionally, psychologically, financially.'
'Deeply saddened': Ski officials devastated after team involved in triple-fatal crash
One athlete was seriously injured.
‘Broken and beautiful things’: Kiwi journalist documents Palestinian life under occupation
Freelance videographer and journalist Cole Yeoman spent two months in the West Bank.
Rockfall cuts off road between West Coast and Canterbury
NZTA warns of more SH73 closures with heavy rain forecast until Tuesday.
‘I know bugger all about it’: Mayor on LIV Golf coming to Christchurch
The controversial tour has visited a Christchurch golf course as it looks to branch out.
Wheelchair rugby nationals in Te Awamutu: Four regions vie for glory
Four regions will compete for pride at the Low Point Wheelchair Rugby Championships.
Christchurch school temporarily closes after online hoax threat, classes resume midmorning
The primary school received a threatening email overnight.
Watch: 'We didn't quite click' – Robertson on exit of ABs assistant coach
The 46-year-old has left the All Blacks after just five tests.
Hit new film Bookworm inspires creation of 'panther' pie
A world-famous pie shop became the go-to for cast and crew.
'A mess': Kiwi real estate agent in ICU after overseas crash not covered by insurance
Real estate agent Amanda Blair has head and lung injuries and serious lacerations.
The polar explorer's medal, the mystery millionaire, and the museum
A rare Ernest Shackleton medal potentially worth millions lands at Canterbury Museum.
83yo left behind after suffering fall on bus trip 'pretty upset' with InterCity
Barry Gardiner said he still hasn't received a formal apology from the company.
Reports of a stabbing in Christchurch: One in serious condition
Armed police swarmed the address where the serious incident was unfolding.
‘Very sad day’: Christ Church Cathedral restoration grinds to a halt
Those involved in the restoration say it's not the end yet.