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Yanfei Bao murder trial: Case against accused a 'slam dunk', Crown says
The Crown has given its closing argument against murder-accused Tingjun Cao.
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Fourth person dies after August crash in South Canterbury
Three people died at the time of the crash, the fourth person had been in hospital since and died yesterday.
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Bus fares in Canterbury could increase to $8
Bus fares in Canterbury could increase from $2 a journey to $8 if NZTA advice is followed to the letter - but the regional council says it will do all it can to find ways to reduce the costs. ECan… Audio
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Waimate water: 'We've just got to work through the system as best we can'
The Waimate District mayor says it's not known when nitrate levels, which prompted a do not drink notice, will come down.
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Charity boxing matches 'barbaric', dead participant's wife says
Kain Parsons died after taking part in a charity boxing match. His wife says the practice is abhorrent, and wants it stopped.
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South Canterbury town asked not to drink tap water
A do-not-drink notice has been issued for residents of Waimate, after nitrate levels in the water supply breached acceptable limits.
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Around the motu: David Hill in North Canterbury
Audio 2 Dec 2024Environment Canterbury votes to delay notifying the Canterbury Regional Policy Statement, Kaikoura considers world heritage status bid, Amberley's proposed new cricket ground is approved, despite… Audio
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Large proportion of Chinese New Zealanders born overseas
An analysis of data from the 2023 Census shows that 40 percent of Chinese New Zealanders who were born overseas relocated less than 10 years ago.
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What TV to watch in December
A gory horror flick, career vampires, and a colourful new season of Drag Race - everything you need for a break from the festive madness.
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NZ’s gas shortage was not caused by the offshore exploration ban – but it was still a flawed policy
Historically, gas in New Zealand traded below NZ$10 per gigajoule. When prices hit $50 per gigajoule in August this year, anyone with gas to sell could have made a lot of money.
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Hipkins pledges to 'make this first one-term National government'
Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins has pledged if elected in 2026 to resume SmokeFree Aotearoa, complete Dunedin Hospital's rebuild and said NZ would not join AUKUS. Video
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Summer is here - Temperatures to exceed 30 degrees this week
The start of summer is forecast to be very warm for Hawke's Bay, Canterbury, Marlborough, even parts of Otago.
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Multiple injuries after jetboat flips on Rakaia River
Four people were flown to hospital by helicopter, with one suffering serious injuries.
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Dunedin hospital: Warning given just before cutbacks
Doctors warned that scaling down plans for the new hospital risked leaving it in a "clinically precarious state" - just two days before the government announced its cutbacks.
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NZ schools grow by nearly 20,000 students in 12 months
Nearly half of the growth - which was driven by immigration - occurred in Auckland.
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You are what you eat: Professor Julia Rucklidge
Renowned clinical psychologist Professor Julia Rucklidge has spent decades researching the relationship between diet and mental health. Once a sceptic, she has consistently found vitamins and minerals… Audio
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Police raise the alarm over 'Grinches' stealing holiday parcels
It's the start of the silly season, but some sneaky suspects are stealing Christmas joy before it even happens, with parcel thefts on the rise. Audio
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Median income of Indian households defying stereotype
An analysis of data from the 2023 Census reveals that Kiwi Indians earn more than the average New Zealander each year.
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29 year old arrested for stealing from Canterbury rural mailboxes
Audio 29 Nov 2024A warning to beware Santa's nemesis, parcel pinchers are targeting mailboxes and courier drop offs during the festive season. A 29 year old has this week been arrested over large scale thefts from… Audio
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Two people on yacht missing off Godley Head, Christchurch
The small sail boat was last seen at 9.30pm on Thursday at Boulder Bay, near Sumner.
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An 'unusually warm' December is coming, NIWA says
December through to February is likely to be warmer than average for all of New Zealand, says NIWA meteorologist Chris Brandolino. Audio
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South Island backdrop as top rally drivers tackle gravel tracks
This year's rally features vehicles from all over the world, including cars such as Talbots, Escorts, Porsches and Lancias.
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Warning as heat rises to 26C and strong winds hit South Island
Fire and Emergency warned the heat, strong winds and dry conditions make it easier for fires to ignite and spread.
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Head of Covid-19 Royal Commission criticises scale of lockdowns
The head of the Covid-19 Royal Commission of Inquiry has criticised the scale of lockdowns and vaccine mandates, suggesting they were too broad and too harsh. University of Canterbury Professor… Audio
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Axed All Blacks assistant joins Crusaders coaching staff
Former All Blacks assistant coach Brad Mooar insists he holds no grudges for being sacked and said he's happy to be back in New Zealand rugby.
