EducationSchool at centre of mouldy lunch scandal launches own investigationThe findings are set to be released next week. 04 Dec 10:06 PM
New ZealandHeat alert: Temperatures set to tip 30C in early summer scorcherChristchurch, Ashburton and Dunedin are forecast to hit around 30C today.04 Dec 09:07 PM
New Zealand'We just built slowly': Napier athlete off to national Special Olympics after massive liftsWhen Daniel Siaosi steps on the platform, it'll be a culmination of a decade of resolve.04 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlines‘Human-centred focus to leadership’ earns Air NZ leader top young executive honourKate Boyer leads 2600 staff across 20 airports in New Zealand and abroad.04 Dec 04:02 PM
RacingMoodley returns north for key black-type rides at PukekoheTriston Moodley is a talented young jockey back making his mark after a tough year.04 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumHealthcareFisher and Paykel Healthcare wins Deloitte Top 200 Best growth awardFisher and Paykel’s $22b valuation makes it NZX’s largest listed company.04 Dec 04:00 PM
RacingTeam Telfer set to break record that has stood for three decadesA harness racing training record is set to be broken by a brother-and-sister team.04 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAndrew Alderson: Tom Latham takes Black Caps captaincy to new levelOPINION: In every sense of the word, Latham has been Captain Fantastic in Christchurch.04 Dec 07:00 AM
Black CapsRavindra, Latham centuries see Black Caps dominate West IndiesThe pair added 279 runs together to flatten the tourists in Christchurch. 04 Dec 05:31 AM
New Zealand'Full force of our policing': Teen arrested after violent Christchurch robberyHe faces Youth Court charges including aggravated robbery and wounding.04 Dec 05:19 AM
New Zealand'Where's the dosh?': Two violent home invasions in one night by group demanding cashShayne Kavanaugh has been jailed for his role in the gang associates' brutal break-ins.04 Dec 05:00 AM
New Zealand'The most concerning part': Waikato dog cruelty cases surge in SPCA reportsMore than 60% of Waikato complaints involved dogs, many in poor health.04 Dec 04:00 AM
Black FernsBig stage for Whangārei as Black Ferns lock in 2026 France showdownThe Whangārei test in October 2026 is expected to draw a big crowd.04 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandPolice arrest 'brazen tagger' after 500 graffiti hits across South IslandThe 23-year-old is said to have filmed hundreds of tags and shared the clips online.04 Dec 02:46 AM
BusinessDo you want 100,000 pigs? New Zealand's largest pig farm for saleThe North Canterbury farm produces roughly 100,000 finished pigs each year. 04 Dec 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Unusually hot': 30C-plus weekend scorcher bears down, South Island set for weather ‘rollercoaster’A MetService heat alert is in place for Oamaru as it jumps from 16C to 30C.04 Dec 01:27 AM
New ZealandEagle helicopter sent to Christchurch to fight youth crimewaveThe move follows a spike in ram raids and violent robberies across the city.04 Dec 12:27 AM
Black CapsBlack Caps hit by another injury blow as Blundell scratched from second testCanterbury’s Mitch Hay is in line to debut against the West Indies in Wellington. 03 Dec 08:10 PM
New ZealandFlight time changes 'fantastic' for Rotorua businesses, tourismAir NZ's schedule is a sore point for some frequent fliers.03 Dec 06:47 PM
Black Caps‘Good feeling, isn’t it?’: Duffy’s patience pays off to put Black Caps on topThe 31-year-old had to wait a long time to play test cricket, but is making up for it now.03 Dec 04:01 PM
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PremiumPremiumOpinionAndrew AldersonAndrew Alderson: West Indies' sole Hope shows Black Caps how to batOPINION: Bedecked in sunglasses, the 32-year-old oozed class in Christchurch.03 Dec 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Constant explosions': Car catches fire on Christchurch central streetFire crews were called to Gloucester St, Linwood, about 6.45pm.03 Dec 06:43 AM
ChristchurchCar fire on Gloucester StA car on fire blocks part of Gloucester St in Christchurch. Video / Fynn MclaughlanWatch03 Dec 06:16 AM
Black CapsDuffy’s day as Black Caps’ bowlers earn lead against West IndiesA maiden five-wicket haul sees NZ cricketers take a 96-run advantage into day three. 03 Dec 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe vanished: 62 people have disappeared without trace on NZ’s tallest peak'To live in the hearts of those we leave behind is not to die.'03 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandMouldy school lunches 'most likely' caused by human error, MPI findsFood Safety concluded the mouldy meals likely sat unrefrigerated at the school for days.03 Dec 05:11 AM
BusinessBilly bookcases in Bulls? How to shop at Ikea if you don't live in AucklandIkea products can be collected from 29 pick-up points across the country, from this week.03 Dec 03:00 AM
ChristchurchHeadline acts to open Christchurch's new $683m covered stadium announcedBoth Six60 and Synthony will perform full sets before a joint finale of hits.03 Dec 12:30 AM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Fit for purpose' – North Harbour Hospital expansion to meet rising demandAuckland has 10 new private Allevia operating theatres. Now it will get a further seven.02 Dec 11:47 PM
New ZealandPrincipal cites ‘systems failure’ not of school’s making in mouldy lunches dispute, Seymour disagreesFood Safety concluded the mouldy meals likely sat unrefrigerated at the school for days.02 Dec 11:29 PM
Christchurch'We need zero-tolerance': Dairy owner stabbing reignites calls for tougher retail crime lawsA 14-year-old will appear in court today to face charges for the incident. 02 Dec 08:24 PM
New ZealandSouth Island wrap: Mouldy school lunches and the youth crime spikeNewstalk ZB's Claire Sherwood gives a Christchurch news update.Watch02 Dec 06:43 PM
ChristchurchLearner skater, no helmet: Teen’s fatal ice rink fall on school trip sparks safety changesKymani Hiley-Hetaraka, 13, fell backwards and hit her head at Alpine Ice in Christchurch.02 Dec 06:21 PM