Latest Christchurch news

'Ultimate abuse': Man who lived with girlfriend's dead body for a month granted parole

Gordon Hieatt strangled his girlfriend in 2009 and became eligible for parole in 2020.

Two youths arrested after serious assault in quiet Christchurch suburb

Police said a further six youths face charges over unrelated matters.

'Stopped me in my tracks': Christchurch couple's plans for $20m Lotto win

'I made my husband check our ticket at 3am – just to be sure.'

Christchurch to get $150m Sheraton hotel by 2027

Sheraton Christchurch will open in mid-2027 with 240 premium rooms.

Watch: MOH report reveals ‘significant failings’ after mental health patients kill two people

Health NZ vows changes to avoid "tragic events" of 2022 and 2024.

Lucky punter claims life-changing $20m Powerball prize

Three other Lotto First Division winners each won $250,000.

Last-minute First XV drama: King's clinch final spot in tense semi

King's College will face St Kentigern in the Auckland 1A final at Eden Park.

Tuiras plead guilty to $4m fraud, used investor funds for lifestyle

Alex and Aroha Tuira raised more than $4m from 61 investors in a Ponzi scheme.