New ZealandStudent critical after accident at Christchurch ice skating rinkA police spokesperson said WorkSafe has been advised.30 Jul 04:57 AM
New Zealand'Oh God, he raped me': Woman's 111 call played for jury at Christchurch serial rape trialChristchurch man is facing more than 30 charges of sexually assaulting women.30 Jul 03:23 AM
New ZealandChristchurch missing real estate agent Yanfei Bao believed foundYanfei Bao had been missing for more than a year.30 Jul 01:38 AM
New ZealandOne-third of hospitality industry reports workplace bullyingNew Zealand's biggest hospitality conference is in Christchurch today.30 Jul 01:14 AM
New ZealandNew search for missing estate agent Yanfei Bao as police act on fresh leadOfficers are back on a private farmland area they have searched before.29 Jul 10:42 PM
New ZealandConvicted killer dies suddenly behind barsPaul Gottermeyer was serving a life sentence for a brutal attack on a young mother.29 Jul 09:03 PM
New ZealandFerries off amid forecasters' warning of winter blast, flooding, damaging galesDamage to trees and powerlines, and flooding, is possible this week.29 Jul 07:35 PM
New ZealandEx-firefighter's grim warning after mirror burns hole in couchMultiple people have told the Herald stories of mirror-related fires and near misses.29 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain and wind warnings for parts of NZ, snow for lower South IslandA complex trough crossing the South Island on Monday is set to bring severe weather.28 Jul 03:48 AM
New ZealandParaglider seriously injured in Christchurch’s Port HillsThe patient was transported to Christchurch Hospital by helicopter.26 Jul 05:52 AM
New Zealand'One in a million': Freak house fire caused by makeup mirror kills beloved petsLouise and Taylah Eder lost almost everything in the blaze, including their two dogs.26 Jul 04:30 AM
EntertainmentAnd... action: Inclusive Performance Academy shines on stage and screenTV scriptwriter Fiona McKenzie established the Academy four years ago.24 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandChristchurch’s Orana Wildlife Park: MPI promising regular checks, tiger found underweightOtherwise, they did not identify any immediate animal welfare or staffing issues.24 Jul 03:15 AM
New ZealandElderly man seriously injured in late-night Port Hills attackThe man was taking photos when he was attacked and remains in hospital.24 Jul 12:20 AM
Travel newsToy gun in carry-on bag missed in security screening sparks alert, holds up Jetstar flightThe flight was about to leave for Christchurch when the man was removed from the flight.23 Jul 11:16 PM
New ZealandSunshine to snow: Looming icy polar blast to bring snow to both North, South islandsNiwa says the weather system is 'potentially conducive' to snow.23 Jul 10:19 PM
New Zealand‘Surfing saved my life’: How an ex-meth addict uses the ocean to help others recoverCharity takes to the waves to help turn lives around.23 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Bit of sacrifice': Brothers tackle Dry July to support dad's cancer fightThe Plunkett Boys are known for enjoying a drink or two, so Dry July has been a challenge.23 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandNZ sheep dog trialling legend dies in farm accidentThe New Zealand Sheep dog training captain was killed in an ATV crash on Monday.23 Jul 03:19 AM
New ZealandECan chairman to face council as his future is debatedCouncillors are set to discuss Peter Scott's role tomorrow.22 Jul 09:49 PM
New ZealandChristchurch 12-year-old girl missing for 11 days found safe and wellThe youngster was last seen on July 11.22 Jul 08:26 PM
New ZealandRevealed: The mammoth cost of removing and burying beached whalesNew Zealand is a hotspot for strandings, with more than 5000 recorded since 1840.22 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandBlackmail charges withdrawn as retrial beginsPerson was accused of attempting to blackmail a public figure after paid sexual encounter.22 Jul 06:22 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyFirst XV wrap: Pukekohe High topple Wesley CollegeThere have been some power shifts in the Counties Manukau First XV landscape.22 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandUnder-fire zoo responds to animal welfare claims; MPI officials visit animals todayOrana Wildlife Trust Board says a ‘thorough review’ is underway.22 Jul 02:17 AM
New ZealandArrest made after alleged early morning stabbing in Christchurch CBDA man is facing a charge of wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.21 Jul 08:20 PM
New ZealandGiraffe dies at Christchurch zoo, body dragged out of enclosure before openingOrana Wildlife Park said the giraffe died from an 'unsurvivable condition'.21 Jul 08:55 AM
New ZealandHave you seen Natasha? Police, family fear for 12-year-old girl missing for 10 daysThe 12-year-old was last seen on July 11.21 Jul 05:37 AM
New ZealandECan chairman cleared to return after investigationPeter Scott says he will not return as chairman until he speaks to other councillors.19 Jul 04:15 AM
New ZealandInternational tourists involved in Tekapo bus crashes, 15 in hospitalA black ice warning was in place and conditions have been described as 'treacherous'.17 Jul 11:50 PM
New ZealandChristchurch icon ‘Radio Ron’ has diedJohn Truman, affectionately known as 'Radio Ron', was a well-known city identity.17 Jul 09:10 PM
New ZealandFatal Wānaka crash: Japan consulate acknowledges death of cyclist Hiroto ShimuraShimura was not wearing a helmet when the crash on SH84 happened on July 6.16 Jul 10:57 PM
InflationAuckland, Canterbury, Wellington defy house price downturnHigh interest rates, cost of living pressures driving some to put their homes up for sale.15 Jul 02:12 AM
New ZealandLotto Powerball jackpot goes unstruck, rolls over to $17m for Wednesday drawThree jackpots were won last month alone. Largest single prize claimed in '24 was $30m.13 Jul 08:38 AM
