New Zealand'A bloody legend': Guide killed in avalanche living his best life, family sayBrett Evans, 38, was killed in an avalanche in Canterbury last week.29 Sep 07:52 PM
New ZealandFive hurt in Canterbury road crash; two helicopters fly injured to hospitalHato Hone St John said five people were taken to hospital via road and helicopter.28 Sep 11:03 PM
New ZealandMultiple people injured after boat sinks in SouthlandTwo people are in a serious condition and a third person is moderately injured.28 Sep 12:57 AM
New Zealand'This is massive': Timaru locals devastated after 600 jobs affected by meatworks closureOne staff member described the plant like a family.27 Sep 05:30 AM
Employment'Gut-wrenching, heartbreaking': 600 Timaru workers face losing their jobsAlliance Group plans to shut its South Canterbury freezing works by the end of this year.27 Sep 01:06 AM
AgribusinessAnxious wait for meatworkers ahead of surprise meetingHundreds of Canterbury meatworkers anxiously waiting to find out if their jobs are safe.26 Sep 09:24 PM
New ZealandOur daughter's future: Couple fight $1.7m property seizures linked to cannabis growPolice found $153,000 in cash in couple's wardrobe. Now they've lost two homes.26 Sep 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentAll-hands Alliance Timaru meeting 'not going to be about beautifying site': Meatworkers UnionMeat co-operative CEO won't comment.26 Sep 04:19 AM
New ZealandKāinga Ora job cuts and police cost-savings difficulties | Focus Morning Bulletin September 26, 2024More job cuts proposed for Kāinga ora, police cost-savings difficulties and what key NZ institutions have fallen in public trust?Watch25 Sep 07:41 PM
New ZealandOne person dead after North Canterbury crash, police confirmThe single-vehicle crash was reported at 8pm yesterday.25 Sep 07:16 PM
New ZealandOne person dead after being trapped in avalanche during heli-skiing tripThe victim was pulled alive from the avalanche but died from their injures.25 Sep 03:45 AM
New Zealand'Moving': Brother of freed Kiwi pilot Phillip Mehrtens floored by global supportChris Mehrtens wants to thank all those who helped raise $30,000 over the last 24 hours.25 Sep 12:45 AM
New ZealandCTV building collapse: Design company owner's oversight of inexperienced engineer 'virtually non-existent'Complaint upheld against boss of company behind design of ill-fated CTV building in Chch.25 Sep 12:28 AM
PremiumPremiumNPCMeet New Zealand's greatest (ever?) amateur men's rugby teamSouth Canterbury's record run, the Light Bears' big dance and Canterbury's league revival.24 Sep 08:19 PM
New Zealand'Fantastic development opportunity': Head Hunters gang pad sells for bargain $378kThe former Head Hunters pad was listed as a ‘desirable corner site’.24 Sep 06:51 AM
New ZealandPort Hills blaze started on private property, Fenz report revealsBlaze scorched 700ha, forced evacuations, and prompted a major firefighting effort.24 Sep 01:37 AM
New ZealandThe 'eye-opening' trial soaking up the nasties from dairy cows' pee'Would it grow? Would it take up nitrogen? And to our surprise, it did a fantastic job!'23 Sep 10:04 PM
New ZealandCivil Defence warns to secure property ahead of powerful 120km/h gales blasting central regionsMetService said damage to trees, power lines, and unsecured structures were possible.23 Sep 01:48 AM
New Zealand'Fright of my life': Mob of runaway deer cause havoc in Christchurch suburbThe animals damaged a vehicle, fences and galloped through backyards.22 Sep 05:31 AM
New ZealandMan used 10 identities, including a dead person’s, in Covid wage subsidy fraudHe made 14 applications for over $65,000 in Covid wage subsidy payments.21 Sep 05:01 PM
New ZealandStranded Mt Cook climbers rescued after four nightsThe two men are said to be in good spirits after spending four nights in a hut.20 Sep 11:42 PM
New ZealandFeds mark 125 years of service to NZ farmersFederated Farmers marks 125 of existence this week. 'No mean feat' - Wayne Langford.20 Sep 05:00 PM
SportRise of the little men: The growth of under-85kg rugbyA new version of our national game is opening up chances for players otherwise too small.20 Sep 05:00 PM
Crime'That was your undoing': How DNA from a Coke bottle led police to a violent offenderNathan Lewis sent to jail for 10 years for man's assault, violent pub and KFC robberies.20 Sep 05:59 AM
New ZealandChristchurch road-rage stabbing: Man arrested, victim critically injuredTwo cars were stopped at the red lights when a person got out and stabbed another man.20 Sep 02:53 AM
New ZealandPassenger critically injured in road-rage stabbing after apparent dispute over loud musicTwo cars were stopped at the red lights when a person got out and stabbed another man.19 Sep 07:49 PM
New ZealandEducation changes: Area schools ‘copping it from all directions’North Canterbury area schools (Years 1 to 13) say they're struggling to keep up.18 Sep 10:48 PM
New ZealandCorrections 'breakdown' contributed to woman's murder by paroled ‘psychopath’Coroner makes extensive recommendations after 'preventable' murder of Chch woman.18 Sep 06:01 AM
New ZealandWhitebaiter dies after being swept into sea by 'rogue' waveFellow whitebaiter raised the alarm after horror unfolded.18 Sep 02:07 AM
New Zealand'Tragically catastrophic': Teen who caused fatal crash escapes conviction, name suppressedNo conviction for Christchurch teen who killed a woman and injured four others in crash.17 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandJetstar passengers evacuated after stairs blown into planePowerful gusts of up to 100 km/h are expected to roar across the north this afternoon.17 Sep 05:20 AM
New ZealandInquiries under way after man taken to Christchurch Hospital with critical injuriesIt is not yet confirmed how the man became so badly injured.17 Sep 05:05 AM
New ZealandChristchurch rape trial: Jury retires to consider verdicts after six weeks of evidenceFormer footballer denies accusations at High Court trial in Christchurch.16 Sep 11:13 PM
New ZealandWhy growers are moving production to CanterburyFruitFed Supplies says there's a noticeable increase in horticulture in the region.16 Sep 09:22 PM
