New ZealandMotorcyclist killed in collision with freight train in CanterburyThe incident happened about 5.30pm near Otaio.22 Dec 05:14 AM
New ZealandGuilty: Man admits bashing police dog, denies he used hammerOffender says he was afraid of the police dog and that's why he lashed out.22 Dec 03:48 AM
New ZealandTragic cocktail: Motorcyclist dies hours after Limp Bizkit gigReenen De Bruin had MDMA, cannabis and alcohol in his system.21 Dec 09:02 PM
Business$80m rip-off: Fraudster jailed eight years after rich-listers left out of pocketKelly Tonkin's confession to staff: 'There are no innocent explanations.'21 Dec 04:35 AM
New ZealandCrewman admits leaving vessel's bridge before collisionCrewman left bridge to make some food and wake skipper.21 Dec 02:15 AM
New ZealandBystanders foil cash snatchThe deportee offender from Australia will be sentenced in February.20 Dec 10:26 PM
New Zealand'Constant roaring': Family's terrifying night as hillsides collapse around home'It sounded like a major earthquake every time the slips went.'20 Dec 06:49 AM
New ZealandSerious crash in Christchurch: Main road closed as emergency services work at sceneSerious crash in Christchurch, at least one person injured20 Dec 02:21 AM
New ZealandPolice on the hunt after loaded gun thrown from 'suspicious' vanThe van failed to stop for police in Timaru last night.20 Dec 01:34 AM
New ZealandDarfield go top of Canterbury Country premier cricket over Christmas breakZak Foulkes rips through Ohoka XI to snare five wickets.19 Dec 09:14 PM
New Zealand'Jacinda Ardern' ecstasy pills for sale on underground drug marketPolice unaware of illicit pills with 'Jacinda Ardern' imprint.19 Dec 08:59 PM
Official Cash RateReserve Bank rejects multiple claims over fake bank notesAn urban myth in Christchurch has seen genuine bank notes being refused and damaged.18 Dec 05:09 AM
New ZealandMid Canterbury GP challenges health officials Covid guidanceDr Sophie Febery left her job at the Methven Medical Centre in October.17 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandPolice at Wellington Airport after verbal confrontation over masksPolice spoke with those involved and determined the 10 unmasked people all had exemptions.16 Dec 10:42 PM
New ZealandBig clean-up for Le Bons Bay residents after floodingUp to six people from three households were evacuated during the flooding.16 Dec 08:55 PM
New ZealandMosque car bomb threats: Offender's tearful meeting with shooting survivorOffender sentenced at Christchurch District Court this afternoon.16 Dec 03:20 AM
New Zealand'Posing danger': Reports detail struggles with ageing Fire trucksFirefighters have been struggling with their big ladder hoses breaking down.15 Dec 10:33 PM
New ZealandChristchurch terror attack: Cops who took down gunman tell of fearThe police who arrested the Christchurch mosque attack gunman have finally spoken15 Dec 10:03 PM
New ZealandAlleged bank fraud: New charges laidBrendon Harris denies charges police allege total nearly $500,000.15 Dec 09:47 PM
New Zealand'Hard hit': Torrential rain causes widespread flooding in ChristchurchThe rain has closed some roads, prompted slip warnings and wastewater overflows.15 Dec 06:19 PM
New ZealandTeen driver charged over fatal crashDylan Taylor, 18, died in the July accident.15 Dec 02:01 AM
New ZealandAlleged rapist avoids third trial to spare complainant; but money paidMan granted permanent name suppression in case dating back to 2018.14 Dec 11:29 PM
New ZealandCharges laid after crash that killed popular boat skipperAllegations trailer came off work vehicle and hit another vehicle, killing driver.14 Dec 04:19 AM
TravelNZ summer travel: Five new things to do in CanterburyPlanning a trip to Canterbury this summer? Here's how to keep your whānau entertained.14 Dec 03:12 AM
New ZealandKids witness frenzied stabbing attack on motherYoung boy punched in face after tried to stop mother being stabbed.14 Dec 02:30 AM
New ZealandCatholic cover up: Former cop lifts lid on child sex abuse investigationCop who led the Marylands School child sex investigation speaks about case for first time14 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandUnder fire anti vax doctors open their clinic doors as investigation by health authorities continuesControversial North Canterbury doctor appears to be operating her clinic as normal today.14 Dec 12:05 AM
New ZealandNew Selwyn Sounds line-up announced with no Jimmy Barnes and ChoirboysCovid-19 restrictions mean the band will stay in Australia.13 Dec 10:55 PM
OpinionMike Yardley: Invitation to Aucklanders desperate to escape and avoid checkpoint gridlockOPINION: Southern hospitality awaits, the door is open.13 Dec 07:36 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNotorious killer may be recalled to prison after alleged parole breachMurderer Timothy Taylor has been charged with breaching his parole conditions.12 Dec 10:10 PM
New ZealandStorm warning: North Island, parts of South brace for delugeLow-pressure system headed for NZ brings risk of heavy rainfall and flooding next week.11 Dec 10:55 PM
New ZealandFewer than 30 antivax GPs in NZ, college estimatesLow vaccination in certain areas may be as a result of some anti-vax GPs, say experts.11 Dec 08:37 PM
New ZealandHusband of fake vax exemption doctor under scrutinyThe semi-retired American told an online health symposium he was not vaccinated.11 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan arrested after 'serious' offending in TimaruA man will appear in court on Monday on several charges relating to incidents near Timaru.11 Dec 12:26 AM
