New ZealandChurch supports homeless as council issues notice on encampmentResidents fear having nowhere to go if the site closes.20 Aug 09:54 PM
New ZealandMayoral candidates are divided on whether Māori wards are neededSome candidates say Māori wards aren't needed, others are fighting to retain them.17 Aug 05:00 PM
BusinessHighest-paid council CEOs in New Zealand revealedGore paid $771,558 to three chief executives, ranking second after Christchurch. 15 Aug 07:00 AM
New ZealandRevealed: Number of council probes into small builds after Govt cuts red tapeNew rules will ease restrictions on buildings such as garden sheds, sleepouts, garages. 13 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Four stadiums hold Auckland back from a better futureAuckland's Long-Term Plan allocates $146.3m for stadium maintenance.01 Aug 02:01 AM
ChristchurchKnife-wielding man arrested at nursing protest in Christchurch A man has been arrested after he allegedly threatened to kill protesters in Christchurch.30 Jul 02:04 AM
WellingtonBullying, defamation, threats: Wellington City councillors worst in NZ for staff complaintsCouncillors have been accused of being inappropriate and intimidating to staff.27 Jul 11:22 PM
New ZealandChristchurch paramedic's warning after bladder cancer diagnosisThe young father was diagnosed with a rare cancer, which typically affects older people.25 Jul 04:36 AM
New ZealandFresh plea for safe parking for night shift staff at Christchurch HospitalNewstalk ZB South Island News Director Claire Sherwood on Council motion to investigate safe parking for staff working night shifts at Christchurch Hospital Video / Herald NowWatch15 Jul 07:47 PM
New ZealandFire crews battle blaze at Carnegies Restaurant in FairlieFire crews arrived at Carnegies in Fairlie about 6.30am today.12 Jul 01:47 AM
New Zealand'Really struggling': Power rationing becomes norm for some pensionersElectricity costs have risen almost 9% since June last year.02 Jul 08:29 AM
New ZealandFrom the disappearance to the chaotic trial: The murder of Yanfei BaoTrue crime podcast A Moment In Crime looks at the murder of Yanfei Bao in Christchurch. 27 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice use drone in search for missing woman in ChristchurchElisabeth Nicholls vanished from a retirement village in Riccarton two weeks ago.18 Jun 07:00 AM
RugbyCrusaders farewell 'temporary' home but will new stadium be ready for next season?New stadium Te Kaha is expected to open in late April 2026.18 Jun 05:00 AM
OpinionWhy 'Prime Minister' is a must-watch for political enthusiastsOPINION: Film based on Jacinda Ardern's time as PM is an intimate political documentary.16 Jun 06:00 PM
Herald NOWHerald NOW takes you inside Christchurch’s new $500 million indoor sports facilityChristchurch reporter Mike Thorpe talks to Ryan Bridge about the new indoor sports facility in the city. Video / Herald NOWWatch11 Jun 06:51 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInside Christchurch's long-overdue new $500m indoor sports facilityThe project is a decade late and nearly triple the original budget.11 Jun 05:00 AM
New Zealand13-year-old among five arrested in car theft spree north of ChristchurchPolice used road spikes to stop the stolen cars in Pegasus.06 Jun 06:05 AM
New Zealand$95,000 sculpture stolen from Christchurch centre, locals devastatedThe sculpture, named Flight, by Llew Summers, depicts a large bird and weighs 2.2 tonnes.06 Jun 05:41 AM
New Zealand'Kick in the guts': Christchurch Mayor on rejected housing planHousing Minister Chris Bishop deferred decisions on three more council recommendations.06 Jun 05:08 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Council rates are the tax we love to hateOPINION: The only certainties in life are death and taxes – and both are expensive.25 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismHow Christchurch's new stadium is redefining event hospitalityInterest submissions for the stadium's offerings closed Friday and were ‘oversubscribed’.17 May 01:00 AM
New ZealandStadium opens as $219m Cathedral project stalls, square remains emptyThe heart of Christchurch becomes a stadium in place of the untouched cathedral project.08 May 03:30 AM
New Zealand'Mastermind' jailed 11+ years for $11m drug syndicate in ChristchurchThe drug ring's "mastermind" received an 11-year prison sentence in Christchurch.07 May 07:55 AM
New ZealandSlip drama: Front of new property collapses in heavy rain, residents fleeThe slip blocked Cressy Terrace, making it impassable for vehicles.01 May 09:59 PM
New ZealandHomes evacuated in Christchurch due to slips, Wellington wind warning downgradedSevere winds lashed the capital, torrential rain sparked widespread flooding in the south.01 May 09:36 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRichie McCaw stand? Debate over who will be honoured at new stadiumNaming rights for stands at the new Christchurch covered stadium are still available.01 May 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Never seen it this bad': Town's flood fears as residents sandbag homes Nick Reid’s property is under immediate threat from the floodwaters.30 Apr 10:07 PM
New ZealandWhat is the Two by Twos, the secretive sect linked to a National MP?The FBI and NZ Police are collaborating on a global investigation into the sect.21 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMayor gives tour of new $683m stadium but admits he has ‘no idea’ about parkingChristchurch's new covered stadium is looking to be finished on time and on budget. 14 Apr 01:14 AM
New ZealandSpeed bumps or no speed bumps? Why not both? $500k for bizarre pedestrian crossing planSpeed bumps will only be included on one side of the crossing. 02 Apr 01:00 AM
New ZealandHorror Christchurch rental: Landlord agrees to pay $13k to vulnerable tenants The rental had a leaking roof and gutters which overflowed into the dining room. 25 Mar 10:26 PM
New Zealand‘Lawful protest’: Activists climb roof in weapons firm demonstrationTwo members of Peace Action Ōtautahi occupied the roof with banners displayed.02 Mar 11:23 PM
PoliticsMayoral races heat up: Can Whanau and Brown get a second term?First-term mayors in our biggest cities have all confirmed they're up for round two.27 Feb 04:00 PM
