New ZealandUniversity student death shocks campus, sparks internal reviewStudent found dead in room on first day of new semester.20 Jul 11:06 PM
New ZealandStudent found dead in university accomodationThe student's death is not considered suspicious, police say.19 Jul 05:12 AM
New ZealandGreen gold: Grower jailed for converting historic bank into cannabis operationSecret door in the pantry opened into five chambers housing a 'very high-quality' crop.18 Jul 06:57 PM
New ZealandStorm hits South Island: 100km/h wind gusts, 500 homes lose powerHeavy rain expected to hit Canterbury, and will push flood protection works in the area.18 Jul 02:29 AM
TravelWhere to eat, drink and stay in LytteltonThe best ports of call in this small harbour town.15 Jul 02:00 AM
OpinionHamish ClarkHamish Clark: Party time in Christchurch - Thank goodness the Stadium will be builtOPINION: Well done Christchurch - you truly are a Super City.14 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan admits killing landlord, lover in her home after she tried to evict himMan charged with murder of Chch carer Val Heaney pleads guilty to hockey stick killing.12 Jul 03:16 AM
TravelChristchurch on a plate - the best spots to dine, drink and relax in the Garden CityChch has some of the best restaurants and cafes in the country serving top-notch kai.11 Jul 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsExclusive: PM's terror expert hired - then quietly droppedHe was told he had the job - start day March 1. Then he was mentioned in a news story.09 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandSchool holidays to start with snow, rain and wind across NZSevere weather watches and warnings and Harbour Bridge speed limits reduced.08 Jul 11:02 PM
New ZealandSnowy start to school holidays expectedBetween 15cm and 25cm of snow is expected on State Highway 73's Arthur's Pass.08 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Exhausted and cold' boaties rescued by surfers after vessel flips on Canterbury barSt John Ambulance staff treated two boaties plucked from the sea.03 Jul 02:05 AM
New ZealandCoroner confirms 2023 start for first phase of inquest into March 15 terror attacksVictims hope for answers to lingering questions.30 Jun 12:03 AM
New Zealand'Really, really scary': Draft welfare codes causing stress for pig farmersThe Molloys say Government's draft welfare codes are unworkable in a modern piggery.28 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandBlack ice possible as frost set to hit Canterbury after snowfallMetservice predicting snow down to 400m with heavy falls above 500m.28 Jun 02:53 AM
New ZealandLoved mother killed in random attack: Accused was in mental health careOne community leader described the attack as "chilling" in its randomness.26 Jun 06:47 PM
New Zealand'Horrific, traumatic and random': Homicide investigation after woman dies in Christchurch stabbingA 37-year-old man has been charged with murder after woman killed in random street attack.26 Jun 12:56 AM
New ZealandFoggy morning in Auckland forces flight diversion; rain, snow possible this weekCloudy, showery weather is forecast to begin the week - with possible snow in the South.25 Jun 09:20 PM
New ZealandChildren's mental health: Services at 'crisis point' as demand surges and staff departMental health providers are struggling to cope with growing need in the wake of Covid-19.24 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTirama Mai: Central Christchurch lit up with work of local artistsCathedral Square and surrounding areas have been transformed with lighting installations.24 Jun 01:00 AM
OpinionHamish ClarkHamish Clark: Showtime in Christchurch as the nightlife returnsThe painful memories of lockdowns and zero nightlife disappeared with live music.22 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandMan charged with murdering Colombian woman back in courtThe man charged with murdering Juliana Herrera has appeared in court again today21 Jun 11:15 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOrgan Transplant: Demand for life-saving organs far outstrips supplyOrgan donation can only be consented to by a deceased's family, not your driver's licence.21 Jun 06:00 PM
OpinionJohn MacDonaldJohn MacDonald: Ian Foster is no match for Razor RobertsonOPINION: Razor is the best rugby coach in the world right now.21 Jun 12:16 AM
BusinessNorth Otago irrigation firm owes more than $50 millionCreditors meet today to decide the future of Kurow-Duntroon Irrigation Company Ltd.20 Jun 09:00 PM
New ZealandFrank Film: The changing lives of our childrenGone are the days when little ones spent their preschool years at home.19 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandTeen paralysed by rare disorder loses ACC battlePoor medical advice from a nurse caused a 7-8 hour delay in getting treatment.19 Jun 05:00 PM
Super RugbySuper Rugby Pacific final: All you need to know as Blues take on CrusadersThe hometown team will battle their longtime southern foes for Super Rugby glory.18 Jun 04:26 AM
New Zealand11 deaths, 4404 new cases today amid nursing 'crisis' warningThe Covid case numbers update comes as a nurses' union warns of a chronic lack of staff.18 Jun 01:40 AM
New ZealandFrom hurt to healing: Mum of girl raped, filmed by CEO speaks on sex abuse case"I am talking about it because if I can help someone else, that's a good thing."17 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandEditorial: No need for two covered stadiums in southSurely, the occasional visit south is not too much of a handicap for Cantabrians.17 Jun 01:34 AM
New ZealandLive: 16 deaths, 4869 new cases; border worker testing to be droppedSome families are being infected with Covid-19 for the third time.17 Jun 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Fantastic': Mt Hutt ski field opens for first time of the yearFresh dumping of snow over the weekend a boon for skiers and snowboarders.17 Jun 12:46 AM
New ZealandBanks Peninsula residents kick up stink about consent for massive cattle feedlotsPetition delivered to Canterbury Regional Council calling for feedlots to be stopped.17 Jun 12:30 AM