New ZealandCash in the ceiling: Finders keepers not always the case, lawyer saysA couple want to lay claim to $232k cash they found tucked away in their home.04 Sep 07:12 AM
New ZealandDeath at Christchurch property being investigated by policePolice and emergency services responded to an incident about 3pm.04 Sep 06:47 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Spinning its wheels- new transport plan steers NZ back to a car-dependent pastOPINION: Kiwis will likely find themselves stuck in worsening traffic.04 Sep 02:00 AM
Commonwealth GamesChristchurch City Council told to scrap the idea of hosting the Commonwealth GamesThe mayor's dream of bidding for the 2030 event has hit a hurdle.03 Sep 08:01 PM
EntertainmentElectric Avenue announces star-studded 2025 line-upThe festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a two-day gig and huge headliners.03 Sep 08:00 PM
New Zealand‘I'll never get the time back’: Ex-rugby player lost everything to gamblingHe took loans out, pawned precious items – and his family had no idea.03 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFinders keepers: Couple fight to retain $232k of suspected drug money found in roof spacePolice say the money is probably 'tainted' and should be handed to the Crown.03 Sep 06:52 AM
New ZealandSerial shoplifter facing dozens of charges, $400 worth of chocolate among theftsThe 46-year-old woman faces more than 80 charges.03 Sep 01:35 AM
New ZealandWaipara wildfire: Fears forecasted wind changes will cause further spreadAll outdoor fires are now banned in Canterbury until next Monday.02 Sep 11:00 PM
New ZealandInvestigators seeking witnesses in Wellington plane fireDramatic video on social media showed the plane arriving with smoke billowing behind it.02 Sep 02:27 AM
New Zealand'Extreme fire behaviour' threat: Waipara blaze doubles in size overnightThe blaze grew from 40ha to 85ha over 24 hours.01 Sep 10:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJarrod Gilbert: Comanchero bust shows drawback of banning patchesOPINION: Since arriving in NZ, the Comancheros have become public enemy number one.01 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAged careJLL retirement village study: population up, companies adjust growthMost older people do not live in such villages, even with 53,000 people there now.01 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'A national shame': Lax enforcement over child support arrears slammedA Christchurch mother has slammed a lack of enforcement over child support arrears.01 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTravel newsCrayfish, heated cutlery, and Tourism New Zealand's $1.4m campaign billFifty influencers flown to outdoor high country pop-up in the middle of winter. Why?31 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMemorial plaque honours Korean ski champs killed in Geraldine crashAthletes and coaches travelling in convoy after training when tragedy struck.30 Aug 09:41 PM
New ZealandCanterbury man charged after police car rammed twiceThe man reversed his vehicle into the police car twice.30 Aug 03:57 AM
New ZealandCanterbury wildfire spreading at pine forestFive helicopters have been working to control the blaze.29 Aug 11:23 PM
New Zealand'Outstanding': Police Commissioner celebrates mass gang arrestsEvery patched member of the Christchurch Comancheros chapter has been arrested.29 Aug 07:50 PM
New ZealandFive teens arrested in Canterbury after vehicle theft spree, tunnel collisionPolice say the driving could easily have resulted in someone being killed.29 Aug 06:50 AM
New ZealandRetired Hamilton guide dog and 'reading buddy' wins title of NZ's 'Top Dog with a Job'Greta’s calm presence and persona have been key in helping autistic children learn.29 Aug 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Very large dent': Police say mass gang arrests have disrupted drug tradePolice arrest 18 men as part of an 8-month-long investigation.28 Aug 11:38 PM
New ZealandTop of the table: Magpies' dream season start continues with victory over CanterburyThe Magpies scored four tries to hit the top of the NPC ladder.28 Aug 07:51 PM
New ZealandMan found guilty of murdering Christchurch dog walker in fatal stabbingThe jury rejected Bailey Messervy's defence that he did not intend to kill Nigel Wilson.28 Aug 05:04 AM
All BlacksRevealed: How much NZR will have to pay MacDonald after All Blacks exitContracted for four years as an assistant, Leon MacDonald is gone after five tests.28 Aug 12:15 AM
New ZealandPreserving a 160-year legacy: What to expect from this year’s Christchurch ShowThe new owners of the agricultural show have 90 days to pull together the iconic event.27 Aug 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSportMum and dad film First XV final on iPhone, get 52,000 viewersMike Thorpe reports on the latest news from around the south.27 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandRetired woman left with one leg shorter after hip surgery, takes on ACC alone'Her everyday life has been hard: physically, emotionally, psychologically, financially.'27 Aug 07:00 AM
New ZealandHe broke his ankle against the All Blacks - now the Magpies are preparing to unleash himFrom being stretchered off in the Rugby World Cup, to getting a chance with the Bay.27 Aug 02:00 AM
Politics'The SAS of prisons': Inside NZ’s harshest unit from high-risk prisonersUnit houses country's most challenging, complex prisoners.26 Aug 10:00 PM
NewsDiscover the best of NZ, Australia and afar with this week's travels dealsYou may even find yourself on a train with Hilary Barry.26 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Deeply saddened': Ski officials devastated after team involved in triple-fatal crashOne athlete was seriously injured.25 Aug 11:04 PM
New Zealand‘Broken and beautiful things’: Kiwi journalist documents Palestinian life under occupationFreelance videographer and journalist Cole Martin spent two months in the West Bank.25 Aug 08:30 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Luxon's stark message for councils to rein in spending comes at the right timeOPINION: The PM didn't mince his words when telling councils to watch their spending.25 Aug 05:00 PM