Christchurch'I couldn’t breathe': Student bar introduces ticketing system after 'chaotic' crushingLive DJ nights will return to The Foundry for the first time since October's incident.07 Apr 07:00 AM
New ZealandChristchurch dairy workers injured after back-to-back armed robberies minutes apartGayhurst Dairy was previously the scene of a vicious stabbing robbery in 2012.07 Apr 02:50 AM
ChristchurchCouncil boss to leave as Christchurch prepares for next decade of planningMary Richardson will finish earlier than planned, now leaving on May 1.07 Apr 01:27 AM
New Zealand'Desperately worried': Police renew appeal over Chch woman missing for eight months Her family say she has had no contact with her children since she vanished.07 Apr 01:06 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPaul LewisThe All Blacks starting XV: How Rennie should pick his first teamOPINION: Dave Rennie vows to pick his first All Blacks squad purely on Super Rugby form.06 Apr 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil GiffordPhil Gifford: How the Crusaders built a fortress at a home they never wantedThe Hurricanes top the table despite being the only side to play six games.05 Apr 06:01 PM
New ZealandChurch's brass eagle 'intentionally' damaged on Easter weekend, a month after similar theftSt Peter's on Willis said the would-be thief was still welcome at the church.05 Apr 05:00 PM
Travel newsHow to plan your next adventure: Lie-flat seats, cave runs and Matariki by railRun underground, fly better and discover new ways to travel this year.04 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: Captaincy call – what Rennie's decision on Savea and Barrett means for ABs futureOPINION: Scott Barrett is likely to shift to a bruising breakdown role under Dave Rennie.04 Apr 05:01 PM
New ZealandEaster weather forecast: Watch lifted on parts of Canterbury; Westland still under orange watchHeavy rain is forecast for the western South Island, especially the Westland ranges.04 Apr 08:37 AM
Ryan Bridge TODAYChristchurch's new stadium sparks safety concerns | Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch31 Mar 07:13 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYRising bowel cancer rate drives expansion at Canterbury charity hospital | Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch29 Mar 07:49 PM
ChristchurchWater erupts from ground in Christchurch, narrowly missing power poleWatch26 Mar 07:29 PM
Today18°C13°CMostly cloudy with patchy drizzle, turning to rain this evening. Strong northeasterlies.
Wednesday24°C12°CScattered rain clearing early morning and becoming mainly fine with some high cloud. Northerlies.
Thursday24°C8°CA few showers before dawn, then fine. Northerlies, turning southwesterly in the evening.
Super RugbyMilestone man gets four tries as Crusaders thrash Fijian DruaThe Crusaders signed out of Apollo Projects Stadium with an 11-try performance.03 Apr 08:17 AM
New ZealandIs fuel support going to the right places?New data show essential workers in rural districts drive more than twice as far.03 Apr 02:34 AM
New Zealand'A mixed bag': Heavy rain set to lash parts of NZ while others chase Easter weekend sunshineA heavy rain watch is in place for the Westland ranges from midnight tonight.02 Apr 09:11 PM
PremiumPremiumChristchurchGoodbye, Addington: The best and worst moments of the post-quake scaffolding stadiumThe site has hosted everything from All Blacks epics to Bruce Springsteen.02 Apr 08:00 PM
New ZealandMāori All Black Shane Christie died with brain disease linked to head knocksHe would be relieved to know he had CTE and wasn't just going crazy - sister.02 Apr 04:00 AM
All BlacksAll Black great helps AFL side turn set-shot weakness into kicking strengthDan Carter shared rituals like 'screwing his toes into the turf' before kicks.02 Apr 03:00 AM
Super RugbyEx NRL star to debut, Crusaders farewell temporary home: All you need to know about Super Rugby round eight01 Apr 08:30 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyUS firm wins consent for $650m takeover of Wellington parts trader01 Apr 08:26 PM
New Zealand‘Difference between life and death’: Waikato mum faces 9‑month transplant wait01 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandFacebook car scammer used stolen vehicles to lead police on high-speed chasesRohinel Prasad used fake bank transfers to trick people into handing over their vehicles. 01 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandRestrictions on Good Friday, Easter Sunday alcohol sales could be gone by weekendThe change would only apply to on-licence venues already open on those days.31 Mar 10:15 PM
New ZealandHow Christchurch’s new stadium could help change attitudes to family violenceHarm can increase around large gatherings like festivals and major sports games.31 Mar 06:37 PM
CrimeDriver allegedly flees police in stolen car and crashes, hides in stream before arrest31 Mar 03:04 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPaul LewisPaul Lewis: The loose forward who reveals depth in All Blacks stock31 Mar 02:01 AM
New ZealandMolly the border collie found alive a week after 55m West Coast waterfall tumble30 Mar 11:03 PM
New ZealandUber driver admits harassment of passenger but denies sex and kidnapping charges30 Mar 09:33 PM
