Canterbury
Injured climbers to spend another night on Mt Cook
MetService was predicting heavy rain and possible thunderstorms on Thursday morning, with weather expected to clear later in the day.
Parking charges to be introduced at Christchurch's Botanic Gardens
The fees would apply seven days a week and are expected to generate almost $2.1 million in annual revenue.
Around the motu: David Hill in North Canterbury
DarkSky International has approved international dark sky sanctuary status for the Kaikoura district. Audio
Watch: Police allege Comancheros were funding 'military-style' training for members
A total 137 charges have been laid against the gang's members and associates after a three-year probe.
Muchirahondo rape trial: Judge begins summing up case
The jury in the trial of John Muchirahondo has been told it needs to decide if the man abused vulnerable women, or the complainants are mistaken or making false accusations.
Rare endangered mudfish discovered on Timaru farm
A critically threatened endemic freshwater fish found only in Canterbury has been discovered on a farm near Timaru.
Police car in crash on SH1 south of Timaru
Hato Hone St John were alerted at 11.30am and sent an ambulance and a rapid response vehicle to the crash site.
'Dangerous' avalanche conditions in South Island
There is a risk of avalanches in Arthur's Pass, Aoraki/Mt Cook, Ōhau, Queenstown, Wānaka and Mount Aspiring National Park.
More snow, cold weather expected in South Island
MetService said more snow is expected on Friday afternoon for the Canterbury High Country. Video
Fighting back against vaping - with virtual reality
Canterbury high school students have been using VR headsets and a cellphone app to learn about the dangers of vaping. Audio
79 year old spends months weeding to help regenerating bush
79 year old John Entwisle, who is a retired professional alpine guide has spent months weeding the bluffs in Redcliffs Barnett Park to help regenerating bush, he spoke to Lisa Owen. Audio
Dashcam footage sought following fatal Canterbury crash
A person was killed and another seriously injured in the crash on State Highway 1's Waimate Highway near Makikihi.
Risk sponsor's name will dilute 'Te Kaha' stadium branding - experts
The brand of Christchurch's new $683 million arena risks being smothered by corporate sponsorship, experts warn.
Whoosh around town: Transport pilot features gondola-like pods
Gondola-like pods hanging under rails and over roads, taxiing travellers around city centres, might sound futuristic, but a Christchurch company says it can beat urban traffic congestion with its…
Inquest into Mosque shooter's firearms licence to begin next month
The inquest begins on 7 October.
Calls for 4WD drive ban on Canterbury ‘river road’
The Waimakariri District Council will consider a proposal from DOC to close the upper Ashley Rakahuri River to vehicles while birds are nesting.
Council signed off funding for A&P show without consulting councillors
Christchurch City Council staff signed off $125,000 for this year's Canterbury A&P show without consulting councillors.
Muchirahondo rape trial: Prosecution closing starts with women's reports
The Crown has started its closing address in the trial of John Muchirahondo by reading out some of the words of the 15 women who have made complaints against him.
Large vegetation fire at Waitaki now contained
The fire flared up earlier today due to high winds but is now under control, FENZ said.
Death of 9-month-old baby not suspicious - police
The death will be referred to the coroner.
