PoliticsGovt hints at ‘major’ mining announcement next weekChristopher Luxon acknowledged sensitivity but emphasised the need for growth.23 Jan 07:12 PM
New ZealandSearch suspended for missing swimmer at Christchurch beachSeveral people on the beach were spotted with binoculars.23 Jan 07:10 PM
New Zealand‘With a heavy heart’: End of an era for Winter Games NZOrganisers say adverse economic conditions have impacted its financial viability. 23 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandNudist draws ire of seaside community with ads for naked walking groupsNot everyone in Kaka Point is pleased with Lloyd Bonnar's idea of freedom.23 Jan 12:59 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: New South Island Minister a welcome boost for underappreciated MainlandersEDITORIAL: New minister says he will bring a loud voice to the people of the south.22 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessTall Timber: NZ’s biggest 20 forestry companiesWho are the companies behind New Zealand's third biggest export trade?22 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandOne dead after two-vehicle crash in CanterburyA second person was taken to hospital with critical injuries.22 Jan 03:08 AM
New ZealandSearch warrants executed in Christchurch after woman dies following Waikato brawlThe 42-year-old died after a violent brawl in broad daylight.22 Jan 02:43 AM
World'Coronation of a king': Dunedin publican on attending Trump's inaugurationMichael McCarrigan said the inauguration was like the coronation of a king or queen.22 Jan 01:30 AM
New ZealandPrestigious boys' college cancels centenary celebrations amid sex abuse allegationsA former staff member faces 11 charges of sexual abuse against four boys.22 Jan 01:06 AM
New ZealandFaint stirrings of optimism as Richie McCaw statue saga rumbles onPlans for the rugby legend statue in Kurow began almost a decade ago.21 Jan 11:39 PM
New ZealandAuckland murder-suicide ‘tragic example’ of family violence epidemic, says coronerCoroner reveals details of violent relationship that ended in murder-suicide.21 Jan 04:00 PM
Travel newsAir NZ apologises after Chch cat takes return trip to OzMittens clocked up more than 11 hours of flying over two days.21 Jan 07:07 AM
New Zealand‘Callous’: Thieves pinch bronze plaques from disaster memorial More than 20 plaques have been stolen from the Ballantynes fire memorial in Christchurch.21 Jan 01:49 AM
New ZealandMayor hits back after Trump claims US split the atomTrump appears to rewrite history while talking about US achievements at his inauguration.20 Jan 08:56 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessQV figures: How much has your home lost since the market peak?We can't say 'peak to trough' because we don't yet know if we have hit rock bottom.20 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandRussian oligarch buys former Ashburton council buildingThe Russian business also owns a high country station in Mid Canterbury.20 Jan 05:47 AM
New Zealand‘He wasn’t going anywhere': Elite cyclists' high-speed chase to collar bike thiefProfessional cyclists took off after a $15k road bike was allegedly pinched. 20 Jan 01:21 AM
EntertainmentReview: Cold Chisel scorch at ‘Boomerpalooza’Ageless pub rockers show they've still got it. 19 Jan 09:48 PM
New ZealandPedestrian hit by vehicle in Christchurch Botanic GardensThe vehicle involved was found and impounded by police.17 Jan 01:02 AM
Super RugbyFormer Crusaders 10 named in Scotland squadFergus Burke has been named in the Scotland squad for the upcoming Six Nations.15 Jan 07:25 PM
New ZealandA bag of coal and $50: Climate activist’s novel approach to paying court feeMahalski was one of five protesters charged with trespass over a 2021 protest.15 Jan 02:24 AM
New ZealandIchthyosaur fossil reveals survival in NZ long after global extinctionIsolation helped NZ's ichthyosaurs survive longer; fossil offers clues to global extinction puzzle.14 Jan 02:13 AM
New ZealandScooter rider critically injured in crash with car in ChristchurchPolice have pleaded for motorists and the public to avoid the area.14 Jan 01:44 AM
New Zealand‘Our hearts are broken’: Family, friends pay tribute to 17yo killed in Canterbury crashDevastated mum says daughter's death an “incredible loss for so many people".14 Jan 01:32 AM
Super RugbyRevealed: Crusaders to announce new captainScott Barrett's replacement will be announced on Wednesday.13 Jan 03:28 AM
New ZealandYoung broadcasting student one of two killed in crash with power polePolice believe high speeds were a factor in the crash.12 Jan 11:10 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailThe Sapphire Merchant: From pebbles on a beach to $90,000 gemstonesA fruitless search for a special sapphire led Gemma Brain to launch a gemstone company.11 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhere is Stewart Willis? Christchurch man vanishes, leaving cryptic note'Possible he's alive down there': Mystery of missing 63-year-old man remains unsolved.08 Jan 12:01 AM
New ZealandRecalled bathroom heaters linked to two house firesFire risk prompts ban on Serene wall-mounted bathroom heaters.07 Jan 08:58 PM
New Zealand‘I’m coming over': Mum’s horror as Kmart walkie-talkies invaded by creepy sex chatMother-of-two locks doors and calls cops after hearing sexual messages from toy.07 Jan 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe vanished: 62 people have disappeared without trace on NZ’s tallest peak'To live in the hearts of those we leave behind is not to die.'07 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMother accused of neglect named for first time after baby's death, pleads not guiltyTwo-month-old Kevin Chen died on August 5. 07 Jan 03:24 AM
New ZealandPet dog, 12 firearms allegedly stolen from Canterbury family in separate burglaries'We’ve had enough to deal with and we don’t know where else to turn.'05 Jan 08:03 AM
