Under-fire zoo responds to animal welfare claims; MPI officials visit animals today
Orana Wildlife Trust Board says a ‘thorough review’ is underway.
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Arrest made after alleged early morning stabbing in Christchurch CBD
A man is facing a charge of wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
Giraffe dies at Christchurch zoo, body dragged out of enclosure before opening
Orana Wildlife Park said the giraffe died from an 'unsurvivable condition'.
'Ask your boss:' Employers increasingly open to job-sharing
With fulltime-in-the-office no longer the norm, workers need to ask for what suits them.
The South Island’s cosiest spots for a total chill-out this winter
Rug up and disconnect from the world.
'Sick, dirty, dehumanised': Man jailed for ‘stealthing’ rape of sex worker
Peter Stevens was jailed for almost 6 years for raping a sex worker by stealth.
Anaru Moana homicide: Charges laid against third man
A third man has been charged in relation to the alleged 2021 South Canterbury murder.
Black ice warning: Truck trailer flips on SH8 stretch where buses rolled
It's the third black-ice-related crash on the highway in 24 hours.
Record demand to visit NZ city in winter spurs airline to add 250 extra flights
This is the 13th year the airline has increased capacity over winter due to demand.
Christchurch, Edgeware fire: Four people injured at property known by police
A resident on the street said a stabbing occurred at the same property earlier this year.
'Lacerated by glass': Tourist bus crash victims were in NZ for World Choir Games
Australian traveller says poor conditions made for a scary drive.
Could this be New Zealand’s next dark sky reserve?
The area could join six other communities in New Zealand with dark sky accreditation.
Christchurch icon ‘Radio Ron’ has died
John Truman, affectionately known as 'Radio Ron', was a well-known city identity.
Frank Film: How Tusiata Avia becomes voice of NZ Pasifika
'I was writing about race and justice – and why wouldn’t I be?'
Fatal housefire: Ex-wife describes elderly victim as ‘an incredible man’
Henry Matawai-Russel died tragically in his Hokitika home after a fire broke out.
The $1.25 trillion nest egg: Who will Baby Boomers leave it to?
Estate planners say Kiwis don't need to be wealthy to leave a bequest to a charity.
Former Olympian cheats death after falling through ice while skating on frozen dam
Nicholson is urging people to be aware of risks when skating outdoors.
5 underrated corners of New Zealand for a short break
NZ's most irresistible stays - and no one knows about them.
School holidays to end on stormy note; Relatively warm temperatures on way
Wed to see barrel over country before skies clear on Thur, more heavy falls on Fri.
'I'll never forgive you': Mum's powerful words to baby killer Michael Topp
Christchurch man who abused, murdered his 3-month-old daughter jailed for life.
'Fat in system' helps Molesworth Station survive dry winter
"We made a lot of plans to get us through the winter."
Mayor speaks out after 'tragic' fatal Hokitika house fire
The person was found unresponsive inside the home when emergency services arrived.
Wall of moisture, 'significant' rain to douse NI in last week of school holidays
Severe weather tipped for top of north about Monday and Tuesday, showers into the week.
'An HR cop-out': Why older workers should ignore the 'you're over-qualified' line
In a tough job market, there are tips and tricks for older workers to land jobs.
Lotto Powerball jackpot goes unstruck, rolls over to $17m for Wednesday draw
Three jackpots were won last month alone. Largest single prize claimed in '24 was $30m.
Fog, frost and black ice: Drivers urged to take caution this morning
Police are urging motorists to take things carefully.
Space operator and iwi deny involvement in lakeside hut evictions
An elderly fisherman wonders if he's been evicted for launchpad purposes.
Excerpts from my travel diary: 'I saw the South Island Big Cat'
This rare sighting would go unawares for 15 years.
'You don’t leave your kids alone': Woman faces charges after kids rescued from smoke-filled house
Police say neighbours prevented a tragic outcome.
One person dead and one injured after truck crash in Marlborough
One person has died after a crash involving two trucks on State Highway 1.
Take kea on the road: Five of the parrots killed by vehicles on Milford Road
Five kea have been hit and killed by vehicles at popular waypoints on Milford Road.
Ōtautahi legends Dillastrate release special new waiata, ‘Māwherangi’
A Christchurch-based band has released a new song.
'Lucky to be alive': Man found after 48 hours in the bush with no locator beacon
Search and rescue said the man's actions are a textbook example of what not to do.
‘Incredibly frustrating’: Police target speedsters, dangerous drivers at holiday hotspots
South Island police are disappointed with motorists after a run of 'horrendous' driving.