Severe weather hits south
A cool southerly change is sweeping through Canterbury behind nor-westerly gales lashing the South Island.Stewart Is in mining proposal
2:58pm The Government is proposing opening up more than 7000 hectares of conservation land to mining including Rakiura National Park in Stewart Island.
MP booed by protesters
By SHAHRA WALSH - The Press
Government MP Nicky Wagner was today booed by demonstrators at a rally in Christchurch.
Brothel owner named
3:41pm A Christchurch brothel-operator accused of exploiting under-age sex workers has lost a long-running bid to keep her name suppressed.
Woman fled from attack, court told
A woman was bashed against a concrete wall, knocking her unconscious, strangled twice, and sexually violated in a series of assaults by Richard John Keepa, the crown alleged in Christchurch District Court today.
Driver's death shatters family
The family of a mother and grandmother who once performed stunts in monster trucks are in disbelief that she was killed doing something as simple as driving home.
Armada on the Heathcote
Children and adults rafted down the Heathcote River yesterday in the annual Christchurch City Council- organised race.
Govt oversight for XT review
Staff miss wages
Canty bumbles past Lions
Maybe the Crusaders should have borrowed the Lions' sports shrink.
Black Caps' flaws exposed
The talk was tough, but in terms of body language Black Caps coach Mark Greatbatch looked as defeated as his players last night.
Young Tactix take on Pulse
Vettori queries review system decisions
Jeremy wins Manley family feud
Older brother Jeremy will boast the bragging rights when the Manley family from Feilding finally sit down at the dinner table to chew over the 2010 national club softball final.
US health reform passes
America's healthcare system will get a US$940 billion makeover after the House of Representatives voted today for historic reform.
Hungry tourists sift through bins
Hungry backpackers have resorted to sifting through rubbish bins for food in Airlie Beach after cyclone Ului cut power to the north Queensland town.
Health reform a high-stakes battle
Girl survives croc encounter
Thousands rally against Putin
Thousands of people have joined together in Russia to protest the falling living standards under Prime Minister Vladimir Putin.
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Govt mining plan
The Government is proposing opening up more than 7000 hectares of conservation land to mining.
Airport visitor numbers up in February
International and domestic passenger numbers are both up at Auckland Airport in February, compared to the same month last year.
NZ Windfarms chief executive to leave
Data expected to support NZ dollar
Leaky homes hitting South Island
Canterbury's dry climate is supposed to mean leaky-home owners will be hit later than those in the North Island. JOHN McCRONE discovers plenty of signs of what is coming.
Cole set for divorce
Cheryl Cole is set to file for divorce this week.
Friends of Jesse feel 'let down'
Jesse James' friends are reportedly furious with him for cheating on Sandra Bullock.
New Bond girl revealed
Musical trailblazers
Tim Burton's 3D concerns
Tim Burton thinks Hollywood will cannibalise 3D technology.
A love of the outdoors
Tim Farrant, 20, is a keen rogainer. He spent time with LAURA ALBREY .
Men: A user's guide
A new book from bestselling author Kathy Lette offers advice on men to avoid (including doctors, lawyers, celebrities, male models and royals), sex, love, marriage, parenthood, infidelity, divorce and even murder.
A rotten shame
Hawaiiki calling
Revelling in Brunner's wake
ROY SINCLAIR enjoys all Lake Brunner has to offer during a overnight stop while cycling between Greymouth and Christchurch.
Free monthly music
In an instrument-filled garage, musician John Wood is trying to find a new way to make a living.
I'm a little bit sore today...
Blog: A road accident today left my shooter hand unhurt, luckily. But the whole event reminds me of a certain game...
Hackers crash Aussie charity websites
Nestle's antisocial media
Hands On: StarCraft 2
The most anticipated game of 2010 is now only months away. We take a look to see what gamers have in store.
V4 sends the VFR nuclear
If you must have a Honda in your life, PAUL OWEN says it should be the VFR1200. -
Aston Martin's ugly duckling
You'd never have thought that Aston Martin could make an ugly car until you look at its Toyota iQ-based commuter car, writes DAVE MOORE.
Pleasingly ordinary
Ferrari builds a hybrid
Life's a niche
With the best steering and handling he's ever experienced in this class of vehicle, DAVE MOORE says you'll be having to queue for this talented new compact 4x4.
Driver's ironic death shatters family
Crying out for Christchurch City Mission help
Schemes may bring 17,000 jobs to Canty
Kiwi women biggest sex predators?
Council upsets heliport developer
Sharples criticises treatment of Asian migrants
Oh brother, Dodgers star wins family feud
Schemes may bring 17,000 jobs to Canty
Softball umpire defends rulings
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