Canterbury
Colleagues, climbers pay tribute to Lee Lee Heah
Tributes have flowed for the barrister and climber, who died after a fall at Mount Arapiles in western Victoria on Tuesday.
'It's not ideal': Disappointment over high demand for halls of residence
First year students are being forced to go flatting as capacity in Canterbury University's halls of residence is at a peak.
Former St Bede's staffer charged with 11 sexual offences
The man initially faced seven charges relating to alleged offending against three boarders 20 years ago, but police have filed a further four charges after three survivors and several witnesses came…
Rising rates spur frustrated mayor to appeal for 'frugal' approach
Some Christchurch City councillors are under the belief money falls out of the sky, the mayor says.
Work on the Woodend Bypass to begin in 2026
The Transport Minister says the announcement is a "significant milestone" which will unlock land for housing in the Waimakariri district and provide more reliable connections to key freight hubs and…
Yanfei Bao's accused killer bought 1-way ticket to China days after disappearance
The flights Tingjun Cao purchased from Christchurch to Auckland, and then to Shanghai totalled just over $700, a court has heard.
Toot for Timaru
On the 3rd Monday of November Timaru echoes with the sound of horns. So much so the first time it happened the police received multiple complaints. But now, 17 years on, the whole community are behind… Audio
60-year-old charged with arson after Christchurch fires
One of the fires caused extensive damage to a building in Woolston.
Beekeeper living the sweet life at Bluff Station
Tessa Bryant never thought she'd find herself in a bee suit - but she's now learnt all about apiary, and realised she can give anything a go.
Watchdog tight-lipped on penalties for UC food poisoning
Court action is possible after more than 100 students fell ill from eating a chicken souvlaki dinner.
Scaled-back Christchurch A&P Show hopes to attract 60,000
The new administrators of the Christchurch Show remain optimistic its slimmed down version of the show will be a success following a turbulent period for event leaders.
Proposed Canterbury landfill faces huge opposition
A resource consent for a proposed managed fill landfill at White Rock has attracted 548 submissions.
Yanfei Bao: Memorial service to honour a 'beautiful life'
The service which is open to the public will be an opportunity for people to celebrate the real estate agent's achievements and share favourite memories.
'Never seen him in that state': Mother speaks after children allegedly told to get in strangers car
The mother of two children who were told by strangers to get in their car in Christchurch says one of her son's is now too scared to leave the house.
Yanfei Bao murder trial: Court hears about DNA evidence relating to blood stains
Blood stains found at a Christchurch house matched the profiles of real estate agent Yanfei Bao and the man accused of her murder, the High Court has heard.
'People-watching, a bit of betting' and drinking centre stage at NZ Trotting Cup
Alongside an afternoon of racing, fashion and entertainment were major features of the day.
Plans to open new blood cancer treatment business
A biotech company has plans to begin offering a new type of treatment for some blood cancers, in Christchuch.
The gulls making a menace of themselves in Christchurch
Gulls are pooping on Christchurch cafés, and no one knows what to do. Audio
Nitrogen Friend or Foe
Scientists look at the details underpinning nitrogen and its use in agriculture, horticulture and its impacts on the environment. Audio
Business is blooming at family focused peony farm
Picking, grading and packing for export is in full swing at Prebbleton Peonies near Christchurch. Most of the large, fragrant flowers are flown daily to Japan, the United States and Europe. Audio