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Death at Christchurch property being investigated by police

Police and emergency services responded to an incident about 3pm.

Christchurch City Council told to scrap the idea of hosting the Commonwealth Games

The mayor's dream of bidding for the 2030 event has hit a hurdle.

South Island Sports Wrap: NZ's greatest rugby streak under threat

Discover the heroes and haircuts of school winter tournaments.

‘I'll never get the time back’: Ex-rugby player lost everything to gambling

He took loans out, pawned precious items – and his family had no idea.

Serial shoplifter facing dozens of charges, $400 worth of chocolate among thefts

The 46-year-old woman faces more than 80 charges.

Waipara wildfire: Fears forecasted wind changes will cause further spread

All outdoor fires are now banned in Canterbury until next Monday.

Inquiry under way after vessel runs aground on Westport beach

The vessel had been anchored offshore for the past week, unable to come into port.

'Extreme fire behaviour' threat: Waipara blaze doubles in size overnight

The blaze grew from 40ha to 85ha over 24 hours.

Thousands pile onto Tūrangawaewae Marae for Kīngi Tūheitia

Iwi from all over the motu are arriving en mass to Kīngi Tūheitia's tangi.

'Outstanding': Police Commissioner celebrates mass gang arrests

Every patched member of the Christchurch Comancheros chapter has been arrested.

Retired 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.

Canterbury ice rink mulls helmet rules after fatal fall

Victor Schikker, 67, died earlier this month after he fell at Staveley ice rink.

'Very large dent': Police say mass gang arrests have disrupted drug trade

Police arrest 18 men as part of an 8-month-long investigation.

Environment Canterbury stands firm on iwi councillors

ECan rejects proposal to oust Ngāi Tahu representatives.

‘People are dying while they wait’: Health workers' fury over ongoing holiday pay delays

Impatience from NZNO members, who no longer have a time frame for overdue holiday pay.

Tramper drowned trying to rush epic Te Araroa Trail - Coroner

Petr Cech had put pressure on himself to complete the 3000km trek, coroner finds.

Man found guilty of murdering Christchurch dog walker in fatal stabbing

The jury rejected Bailey Messervy's defence that he did not intend to kill Nigel Wilson.

Preserving a 160-year legacy: What to expect from this year’s Christchurch Show

The new owners of the agricultural show have 90 days to pull together the iconic event.