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Government warns the public of scamming risk over holidays
The DIA received hundreds of complaints about large-scale phishing scams.
Christchurch shootings: Four gang members arrested, items seized
Police are reassuring the community the offending is taken seriously.
Man hospitalised after car stolen, attacked on street
The incident happened early this morning.
Christchurch council’s CEO pockets another pay rise
The city council boss saw her salary jump 1.4 per cent a year ago.
10 days out from Xmas, what might Santa deliver?
Meteorologist says a break in the unsettled weather could be on the cards for Christmas.
Simeon Brown blasts Transport Minister as 'foolish' and 'naïve' for meeting with rail protesters
It follows a meeting with the Transport Minister that did not go to plan.
Young giraffe at Christchurch wildlife park dies after health battle
Staff confirmed Zasiri broke his leg shortly after his birth in October last year.
Police station burgled in Canterbury
A police station in Canterbury was burgled overnight.
The prickly PM: Keeping it real? Or is there more to it?
Yesterday, Ardern was heard calling David Seymour 'an arrogant prick'.
Police raid Tribesmen MC headquarters after houses shot at
The raid follows a series of targeted shootings in Christchurch.
“Crucial role': Solo father sentenced to prison for role in meth dealing operation
The man was involved in making travel bookings, storing cash and gear, and counting money.
'Hoping and praying': Crash victim in coma with multiple broken bones in face
“He has substantial damages to his face, needing intensive facial surgery."
Person who died in Lake Coleridge crash named
The person who died was 22-year-old Christopher Andrew Scurfield.
Hot, wet and humid: Aotearoa to swelter under high temperatures as rain moves in
Some places will reach close to 30C.
Person dies after emergency service call-out at New Brighton beach
Person found unresponsive in the water.
Youth Crime: Data shows big increases in south Auckland and Canterbury, rife in Bay of Plenty
Oranga Tamariki's Ben Hannifan says there's been a 2 per cent national youth crime drop.
Arson charge for no-show Outram hermit
John Russell Black, AKA Little John, contacted officials to say he could not attend court.
John MacDonald: All I want for Christmas is a new Local Government Minister
OPINION: Nanaia Mahuta has blown it and I don’t believe a word she says anymore.
Rescue under way at Mt Cook
A person has sustained an injury and requires special assistance to get out.
Man who stabbed woman 14 times released early from prison
Daryen Owens told his ex her flatmate was going to get a lesson she'd never forget.
Police seek help finding two men after stabbing in Christchurch over weekend
Man taken to Christchurch Hospital after being stabbed at beachside mall
John MacDonald: Are our roads the worst they've ever been?
OPINION: Have we got a broken roading system?
Christchurch shooting: Residents enjoying Six60 concert when shots rang out
Street subjected to shooting for second night in a row.
Christchurch police investigating after four homes shot at
No one was injured in the incidents, which police believe are connected.
Holiday high? Forecasters optimistic for holidays
Meteorologists optimistic a ridge of high pressure might arrive just in time for Xmas.
'He was there five minutes': Nurse frustrated by Health Minister's visit
Nurse 'ticked off' by Andrew Little’s recent visit to Southland Hospital ED.
Woman in critical condition, man arrested after incident in Invercargill
Man charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and attempted murder.
Man who made threats at Work and Income flees police on skateboard
The 44-year-old is due to appear in court today on five charges.
'Disgusting': Outrage after Eagle Brewing Twitter account posts racist comment
Brewery’s new owner says the company is not responsible for the post.
Canterbury town stuck on a highway still feels ignored
The Government has made safety improvements, but Woodend locals want more.
John MacDonald: Three Waters is still a dog's breakfast
OPINION: Nothing is going to stop the Government's water reforms.
The 'bad man': Children were so scared of burglar, they hid pocket money under their pillows
"Parents observed many nights of tears and lack of sleep".