Christchurch'Morally and legally unacceptable': Farmers fined after cow skinned alive on livestreamThe farmers each received fines of $2000 for breaching animal welfare laws.27 Nov 01:37 AM
PremiumProperty|Updated12 Oceania rest homes being sold for $75m, money reinvested $3b retirement giant aims to increase income, repay debt, save costs.27 Nov 01:00 AM
ChristchurchMotorcyclist dies in crash north of KaikōuraEmergency services were called to the single-vehicle crash site shortly after 10am.27 Nov 12:17 AM
ChristchurchMotorcyclist seriously injured in crash near KaikōuraEmergency services were called to the crash site north of Kaikōura about 10am.26 Nov 10:09 PM
Christchurch'The kindest possible man': Mother mourns American lawyer son who died on Aoraki Mt CookRescuers found the two missing climbers deceased near Aoraki Mt Cook's summit.26 Nov 09:41 PM
Christchurch ‘A loving father and husband': Tributes flow for Wānaka mountain guide who died on Aoraki Mt Cook26 Nov 02:55 AM
New ZealandMan charged with dangerous driving causing death of popular postie on his last day of workThe man has been granted interim name suppression and is due in court again next month. 26 Nov 02:41 AM
ChristchurchDriver freed after car smashes into Christchurch homeEmergency crews from Wigram and Spreydon cut free the trapped driver.26 Nov 01:15 AM
ChristchurchWatch: Remarkable moment pod of Hector's dolphins seen assisting mother and her calf The all-female pod was supporting and protecting the new mum and her calf.25 Nov 11:02 PM
New Zealand'Get drunk and party': Chef sacked after assaults on teenage staff revealed in courtLazeez Mediterranean Grill confirmed Sumeer Thapa was fired after sentencing.25 Nov 10:17 PM
ChristchurchNZ’s largest indoor sport and aquatics facility to open in DecemberThe $300m Parakiore complex sits on Moorhouse Ave in central Christchurch.25 Nov 09:26 PM
CrimeJason Bridgwater speaks after James Holder found guilty of his brother David Bridgwater's murderWatch31 Oct 05:01 AM
Wednesday30°C13°CMainly fine, but increasing high cloud. Strong, hot northwesterlies, easing this evening.
Today27°C8°CHigh cloud clearing to fine in the morning. Westerlies developing in the morning, turning easterly in the afternoon.
Saturday25°C12°CMainly fine, but a few showers in the morning. Northeasterlies, turning northwesterly.
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessRuminant Biotech raises $17m for cow pill that will slash methane emissionsGovt is pulling back on methane reduction targets, but founder has a cunning plan.25 Nov 09:00 PM
ChristchurchAoraki Mt Cook tragedy: Bodies of two fallen climbers, including US visitor, recovered Thomas Vialletet died alongside the American client while trying to ascend the mountain.25 Nov 08:13 PM
New ZealandDisgraced surgeon jailed for attempted murder of landlord warned by Parole Board for victim ‘threats’He asked to move back to Canterbury, where his judge partner still lives.25 Nov 06:25 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAll Blacks player ratings for 2025: Every performance assessedWho was the best-performing All Black in 2025?25 Nov 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesOrchid Air: Emirates says trade in premium exports blooming with UAE trade dealCrayfish, lamb, cherries and orchids are now key exports bound for Dubai.25 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Great concerns for her welfare': Police appeal to find 14yo girl missing from Chch Cobra, 14, was last seen leaving her Christchurch school on Monday last week.25 Nov 05:33 AM
Travel newsDisabled traveller left 'black and blue' after being told to slide down Air NZ plane stairs25 Nov 02:00 AM
ChristchurchTwo climbers dead after fall near Aoraki Mt Cook summit, night rescue operation revealed25 Nov 01:18 AM
New Zealand‘Doesn’t think he did anything wrong’: Chef guilty of assaults on teen staffSumeer Thapa will keep his job as chef at Lazeez Mediterranean Grill in Christchurch.24 Nov 11:27 PM
Sustainable business & financeHow solar could ease NZ’s $42b power pain Power costs have jumped 40% in five years as ageing assets strain the grid.24 Nov 09:54 PM
Black Caps'Step by step': Black Caps playing it safe with Jamieson's test futureThe 30-year-old has not been picked to face the West Indies in Christchurch. 24 Nov 07:30 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: Bidders race to land $800m Christchurch prison expansion deal24 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailMocka eyes first physical store in New Zealand despite Ikea's arrival24 Nov 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle'Phoebe is like my child': Inside the $25k life of a pampered pooch24 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandOne of the biggest crane lifts in New Zealand for new bridge north of Wairoa24 Nov 02:17 AM
New ZealandEnd of golden run? Tropical air mass to bring hot nights for north, wild weather for south24 Nov 01:00 AM
Black CapsWilliamson back, but Black Caps get mixed injury news for first West Indies test23 Nov 11:05 PM
