New ZealandLockdown may have helped stamp out RSV outbreak, says immunologistLong-term lockdowns also leave us vulnerable to future infections by reducing immunity.27 Aug 08:21 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesSnakes and ladders: How Christchurch Airport made a profitThe airport faces a high stakes game of Snakes and Ladders during years of recovery.27 Aug 05:40 AM
New ZealandSouth Island hospo businesses 'devastated' by lockdown extensionThe alert level status quo is partly because of the Christchurch wastewater result.27 Aug 03:50 AM
New ZealandCovid-19: 358 contacts self isolating in South IslandThe majority of the contacts, 193, are in Canterbury.27 Aug 02:01 AM
New ZealandLive: Alert level D-Day - experts plea for lockdown caution, idea for three zones across NZ; Top adviser: 'I'd love to say Santa exists'Experts want an extension to further stamp out any risk of spread.26 Aug 07:55 PM
New Zealand68 new Covid cases in community; Virus detected in Christchurch wastewaterThe first wave's peak is expected to hit in the next 48 hours.26 Aug 06:39 AM
New ZealandWet wet wet: A soggy weekend is on its wayRain is expected to hit most of the country tomorrow, and it will be heavy in parts.26 Aug 06:25 AM
New Zealand'Not the normal flu': Stark warning to Kiwis from long Covid-19 sufferer'It's really scary having this inside you, not really knowing the consequences will be'.26 Aug 04:51 AM
New ZealandBusiness owner who helps others with mental health reveals own strugglesFor more than two years the 16-year-old has been building her flourishing business.26 Aug 03:01 AM
New ZealandCovid-19 detected in Christchurch wastewater - likely from MIQWith 3 positive cases in MIQ, test results don't necessarily mean Covid in Chch community.26 Aug 01:36 AM
New ZealandMan charged after fatal crash in ChristchurchMan charged in relation to the fatal crash that claimed the life of Rachael Harris in Chch25 Aug 06:13 PM
New ZealandMinistry confirms another suspected vaccine mistake after saline errorSix people were administered with a very low dose of vaccine in Christchurch.25 Aug 05:54 PM
New ZealandBaby with rare life-threatening condition diesFuneral service held at home to farewell Chch boy Keanu-Jay Brown who died at 11 days old.25 Aug 01:17 AM
New ZealandMountain bikers, office workers and 'party-goers' breach rulesMountain bike riders equipped with full kit were turned away from tracks in Dunedin.25 Aug 12:30 AM
New ZealandPerson critically injured after being hit by carThe person has been transported to Christchurch Hospital.24 Aug 09:00 PM
New ZealandTimaru car crash: Police still collecting informationPolice continue to investigate a crash that claimed the lives of five Timaru teenagers24 Aug 08:48 PM
New ZealandChristchurch police search for fleeing driver involved in fatal crashThe public is being asked to help find a silver 2004 Nissan Navara.24 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandStudents told those who headed home gambled academic futureThe message was contained in an email sent to first-year health science students.23 Aug 11:35 PM
EntertainmentLocal Focus: Two tickets for the price of oneNew companion card a welcome accessory. Made with funding from NZ On Air.23 Aug 10:15 PM
New ZealandRegional change in Covid-19 alert levels feasible if no cases appear - scientists135 close contacts have been identified in the South Island.23 Aug 08:16 PM
LifestyleIndependent Republic of the South Island: Split views on lockdown decisionNot everybody agrees the South should be treated differently.23 Aug 01:58 AM
New ZealandCovid-19: South Island holding its breath as lockdown decision loomsThere have still been no cases in the south despite the Auckland outbreak growing to 72.23 Aug 01:43 AM
New ZealandAggravated robbery at Christchurch dairy, two offenders reportedly involvedInvestigators are in the early stages of their inquiry.22 Aug 10:53 PM
New ZealandOut of MIQ and into travel chaosDomestic journeys add to the strain of returning home during Level 4 lockdown.22 Aug 06:28 PM
New ZealandMan arrested after spitting in supermarket guard's faceThe man was refused entry to the store for not wearing a face covering.21 Aug 10:25 PM
OpinionRNZ reporter attacked by Covid-denier as 'anger and misinformation' growOpinion: "There is more animosity towards the government and media this time around."20 Aug 10:50 PM
New ZealandKaitaia pair arrested after supermarket face mask fracasCharges are threatening behaviour, disorderly behaviour, not following Covid-19 direction.20 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrontline: Kiwi journalist witnesses historic fall of Kabul "There are very few journalists left," says NZ-born Al Jazeera correspondent.20 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailMy Food Bag gets grilling from shareholdersThe company's share price has slumped since listing and it has lost key management.20 Aug 05:30 AM
New ZealandTeen with father turned away from Covid jab site despite PM's assuranceArdern had said any parent already booked in could take their child along as well.20 Aug 03:18 AM
Lifestyle'Absolutely gutted': The Kiwi kids having birthdays in lockdownFor some kids, it's the second year in a row they're spending their birthdays in lockdown.20 Aug 03:00 AM
New ZealandAnti-lockdown arrests: Far-right activist denied bailPolice say they 'engaged and encouraged' protesters to comply before arrests were made.19 Aug 10:30 PM
New ZealandPolice arrest more lockdown protesters, non-mask wearersThe arrests took place in Christchurch and Kaitaia.19 Aug 05:58 AM
New ZealandDemand at testing centres sky rockets as South Island urged to get checkedNZME reporter Georgia O'Connor Harding spent five hours waiting to be tested yesterday.19 Aug 02:43 AM
