PoliticsFirst charter school announced, will open first term 2025It's based on an Australian model.27 Nov 01:00 AM
New ZealandProbe after child brings BB gun to school, fires shots at peersThe school is working with police to address the matter.27 Nov 12:33 AM
Black CapsBlack Caps v England: All you need to knowThe summer begins with the first test in Christchurch.26 Nov 08:04 PM
New ZealandDeath of ‘wonderful’ teacher aide referred to coronerRenee Whitcher's death has shocked the small North Canterbury town. 26 Nov 07:04 PM
New ZealandWhat's on in Christchurch this summer? Theatre, freebies and fireworksThe host of activities and events are lined up for the Garden City. 26 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandParents stunned after department store charges $25 for Santa photos taken on phone'Our printed photo was really orange, it made us all redheads.'26 Nov 06:50 AM
New ZealandDrag pub quiz turns sour after alleged 'racially targeted' remarks'To walk into a space we thought was safe and then be targeted ... made us sick.'26 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandGang member walks into police station wearing Mongrel Mob capPolice enforce the Gang Act, arresting members for displaying insignia and other offences.26 Nov 03:58 AM
New Zealand'I felt sick': The harrowing content TikTok posts to 13yo girls revealedNadia Maxwell set up a page for a 13yo on TikTok and was shocked at the suggested content.23 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandDanny Champion remembered as one of Hawke’s Bay’s most talented horsemen: John JenkinsChampion a successful horseman, farrier and rugby league player.22 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandPerson dies after car crashes into tree in small Canterbury townPolice say the vehicle left the road before colliding with a tree on Tuesday.22 Nov 07:15 AM
New ZealandCoroner finds Christchurch uni student may have got ‘tangled in his bedding’ before fatal window fallThe death of the 19-year-old has been ruled as accidental.22 Nov 04:44 AM
New ZealandCanterbury school principal mourns ‘wonderful’ teacher aide as police investigate deathThe circumstances around the death are being treated as unexplained.21 Nov 07:15 PM
New ZealandPolice launch investigation after unexplained death in small Canterbury townEmergency services were called yesterday afternoon.21 Nov 12:33 AM
New Zealand‘Fierce' Christchurch lawyer dies in Aussie cliff fallLee Lee Heah has died in Australia in a fall from a cliff while climbing. 21 Nov 12:10 AM
New ZealandBomb scare at Christchurch police station; car surroundedOfficers cordon off car outside police station. 20 Nov 10:16 PM
New ZealandFresh sex abuse claims against ex-staffer at Christchurch boarding school Investigations remain ongoing to determine if there is any further offending, police said.20 Nov 07:23 PM
New ZealandWintry blast: Temps to plunge near freezing, rain, hail, late-season snow to lash southIf you're in Queenstown, be prepared for chilly 1C overnight temperatures tomorrow.20 Nov 12:43 AM
New ZealandMama Hooch case: Appeal for rapist brothers moved to July 2025The High Court will not hear the appeal for rapist brothers until next year.19 Nov 09:33 PM
New Zealand'It was just wild': Human ashes found in stranger's shed Knox had just moved into her rental when she stumbled across a peculiar-looking box.19 Nov 09:26 PM
PremiumPremiumSportWhat about the horses? Racing organisers jockey for the punters' dollarSouth Island sports wrap: Cup Week, 2000 play Pasifika league-fest, a cricketing dynasty.19 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan arrested in Ōamaru after high-powered laser pointed at rescue helicopterPolice called it 'incredibly irresponsible and dangerous'.19 Nov 03:54 AM
New ZealandMurder accused bought one-way ticket to China just days after Yanfei Bao disappearanceAcccused killer had bought a ticket to China before arrest at Christchurch's airport.19 Nov 03:52 AM
New Zealand'I find solace in the memories': Yanfei Bao's partner speaks at emotional funeral service The trial for the man accused of killing her continues.18 Nov 12:27 AM
New Zealand'Out of action': WorkSafe shuts down A&P rollercoaster after reports of 'bolts falling out'Cantabrians are worried about the safety of fairground rides.15 Nov 06:03 AM
New ZealandMan who killed grandfather in Christchurch park appeals, given home detentionJayden Kahi mistakenly believed the victim was trying to kidnap his son.13 Nov 04:18 AM
New Zealand'Traumatic': Two boys flee after alleged kidnapping attempt in ChristchurchTwo boys walking home were approached by a couple in a car and told to get in.12 Nov 09:53 PM
PremiumPremiumBlack CapsGround zero: High-flying Black Caps prepare for England and BazballHagley Oval has a new head groundsman ahead of the first test of the summer.12 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Deeply saddened and shocked': Much-loved teen dies during touch rugby warm-upBrook Wilson is remembered as a great mate who lived his life to the fullest.12 Nov 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSportTrainer's dream comes true with New Zealand Cup startGreg Manson has been thinking about a New Zealand Cup start since he was a boy.11 Nov 05:15 PM
New ZealandPerson airlifted to Christchurch Hospital in serious condition after workplace incidentEmergency services rushed to the scene in Little Akaloa this afternoon.11 Nov 03:19 AM
New ZealandThirty arrested in police operation amid Mongols MC anniversary eventCops cracked down in Canterbury amid an influx of the club's members and associates.10 Nov 04:27 AM
New ZealandHighland Games major drawcard for CanterburyHororata, population 230, swelled to over 10,000 at the weekend.10 Nov 03:33 AM
New Zealand'The girls were their life’: Family adopt kids after cancer claims both parents within a weekThe pair are full-time parents again, after their own two children moved away to uni.08 Nov 04:00 PM
