BusinessKaikoura quake's $1.8b insurance billThe Kaikoura earthquake resulted in $1.84 billion worth of insurance claims20 Jun 10:03 PM
New ZealandDemolition plan for Defence HouseDemolition of Defence House should start soon and be completed in early 2018.13 Jun 01:46 AM
New Zealand300 dolphins without dorsal fins spottedThe pod of "spectacular" dolphins were spotted racing off the coast of Kaikoura.03 Jun 08:35 PM
Small BusinessDid SMEs miss out in the Budget?There wasn't anything of real benefit for SMEs in the Budget, says an industry head.26 May 01:45 AM
New ZealandBudget 2017: $812m for quake-broken roadThe Government says rebuilding SH1 around Kaikoura is an "essential investment".25 May 05:30 AM
New ZealandBudget 2017: Cantabs get a boostTailored support in the Budget for family violence victims and struggling Cantabrians.25 May 03:45 AM
New ZealandKaikoura rocked by 4.6-magnitude quakeThe quake intensity was described as "strong".22 May 02:28 AM
New ZealandDiver dies at Goose Bay south of KaikouraPolice have started to piece together how a diver died south of Kaikoura this afternoon.14 May 07:19 AM
New ZealandRocky road for quake townsSix months on from giant earthquake, Kaikoura and North Canterbury still doing it tough.13 May 11:28 PM
New ZealandWatch NZH Focus: Kaikoura Mayor remains hopeful Laura McGoldrick talks to the Mayor and residents of Kaikoura six months on from the giant earthquake. Watch13 May 11:13 PM
New ZealandBid to get Kaikoura trading again 'on track'Efforts to get Kaikoura back in business are on track, says new Civil Defense Minister.10 May 04:22 AM
New ZealandTennis stars help fund Kaikoura poolTennis stars Serena and Venus Williams have helped to fund community projects in Kaikoura.10 May 02:15 AM
New ZealandWorkers protected if seals die during rebuildWorkers protected from prosecution if seals die during rebuilding of quake-damaged SH1.10 May 12:12 AM
New ZealandKaikoura quake rebuild boss out the doorThe expert headhunted to oversee the $2b rebuild is leaving the role months into the job.09 May 06:28 AM
New ZealandQuake rebuild catering contract awardedCatering contract for multi-million dollar Kaikoura workers village goes to Compass Group.09 May 04:39 AM
TourismKiwiRail's big plans for scenic networkKiwiRail could spend up to $50m for its tourist trains as it rides the tourism boom.07 May 03:00 AM
New Zealand'It was just a freak thing' - Partner of Kaikoura quake victimThe partner of Kaikoura quake victim Jo-Anne Mackinnon wants people to know the truth.06 May 01:42 AM
New ZealandHumpback wows in coast spectacleNature at its best as humpback whale puts on awe-inspiring spectacle for whale watchers.30 Apr 09:30 PM
New ZealandJoyce: We are the infrastructure GovtThe Government is close to making a decision on adjustments to tax thresholds.27 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandRoad to Kaikoura could be shut until MayState Highway 1 route could be closed for another fortnight.21 Apr 10:27 PM
New ZealandIs Wellington ready for 'the big one'?The Kaikoura quake spurred officials to consider Wellington's resilience.20 Apr 05:48 AM
New ZealandWeather clears as Easter endsThe weather is looking calmer at last as New Zealanders head back to work after Easter16 Apr 11:05 PM
New ZealandSlip blocks SH1 south of KaikouraA new slip on SH1 south of Kaikoura may close the road for two or more days.15 Apr 04:06 AM
KahuBoys, Maori, Pacific kids gain in NCEABoys, Maori and Pacific students have gained more than average in the latest NCEA results.12 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandDebbie's day of destruction and despairFlooding, evacuations and complete chaos - tropical storm Debbie brought it all to NZ.06 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone's tail: Christchurch unscathedRain continues to fall in Christchurch but Canterbury escapes worst of Cyclone Debbie06 Apr 03:38 AM
New ZealandKaikoura cut off due to mudslidesKaikoura remains cut off as Cyclone Debbie continues to bring chaos to the roads.05 Apr 11:54 PM
Personal FinanceKaikoura quake among world's costliestDespite being in the top 10, cost of Kaikoura paled in comparison to biggest disasters.30 Mar 09:05 PM
New ZealandMahe Drysdale encourages kids to readDrysdale told kids in a special assembly "It's cool to read and cool to achieve."29 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandTruckies won't drive white-knuckle routeThe inland route between Christchurch and Picton a scary road to drive, say truckies.27 Mar 08:18 PM
New ZealandQuake moved South Island 5 metresThe 7.8 quake moved parts of the South Island more than 5 metres closer to the North.23 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandSpreading the net to fix poolFundraiser aims to enlist 'cool' former First Lady.18 Mar 04:00 PM
BusinessNew funding from Countdown helps charity rebuildThe supermarket chain allocated $100,000 to food rescue charities as well as giving one organisation a one off $25,000 donation.15 Mar 07:00 AM
New ZealandKaikoura quake record: 21 ruptured faultsScientists describe November jolt as an "incredibly complex earthquake" in which some land was offset by as much as 12 metres.14 Mar 01:00 AM