Relief and delight at farewelling Covid level 2 rules in the South Island
7:03 PM Skifield staff at Mt Hutt were “dancing with joy”, while a Christchurch nightclub owner was “absolutely rapt” to hear alert level 1 is back after six weeks.
North Canterbury rest home criticised for poor care of elderly patient
A man died of septicaemia in hospital after Ultimate Care Karadean Court staff failed to respond properly to his deteriorating condition, a report says.
Third Covid test could be introduced after man tests positive following isolation
The man could have contracted Covid during his managed isolation in Christchurch and authorities were reviewing the facility’s CCTV footage.
Talented teenage motocross rider dies in Dunedin fatal crash
Grason Veitch was killed when the vehicle he was travelling in went off the road and crashed on to a railway line about 15 metres below.
Rainbow's End scores $500k grant
Rollercoasters and a curling rink are among the latest "tourism assets" to get grants.
Three charged with attempted murder after alleged shooting
Three men will remain behind bars after they were arrested following an alleged drive-by shooting in Christchurch.
Serious injuries after motorcycle crash in Dunedin
A motorcyclist, understood to be a man, has been taken to Dunedin Hospital after the crash on Monday morning.
Land Homes saga: Christchurch's 'worst builder' won't let go
Sam Rogers left a trail of creditors and devastated customers. He doesn't want his firm to go into liquidation.
Kindy staff forced to choose which kids get shoes
Nine out of 10 families live in poverty. But there isn't the funding to help them all.
Vote for your favourite penguin design
A public penguin exhibition is coming to Christchurch and you can help decide which design will be commissioned.
Life after a traumatic brain injury: Learning to eat, walk and talk again
Dale Henley is making a remarkable recovery after flying over his bike handlebars and landing on his head. But the service which helped him is closing its doors.
Council plans new residents' forum to improve dismal approval rating
In a bid to overturn a scathing approval rating, Christchurch City Council is moving to create a new residents’ forum.
Pedal-powered pensioner eyes next challenge
Pedal-powered pensioner John Winkie is now looking forward to his next challenge after successfully traversing one of the country’s toughest one-day cycle routes.
Six arrested after 'disorder' incident in Christchurch
Police descended upon a Christchurch street following reports of an incident.
Abuse in state care: 'It is something that the public needs to know'
At age three Jack Horton was abandoned. Eight years later he committed his first crime.
Hypothermic teen rescued from Dunedin reserve
A 14-year-old girl lost in native bush without her phone was rescued after two hours when a resident heard her screams.
Ram-raiders steal $4k of cigarettes from Christchurch dairy
Two people wearing face masks rammed the Burnside dairy with a car before stealing the cigarettes and driving away.
An architect's house, rebuilt by the next generation
Don Cowie built the house that was destroyed by earthquakes. Duval O'Neill rebuilt it.
Almost $500,000 from Christchurch Cave Rock apartments sale sitting in limbo
The long-running saga of the quake-damaged and much-disputed Sumner complex has a new chapter.
Demolition approved for Christchurch's Catholic cathedral
Demolition of Christchurch's earthquake-damaged Catholic cathedral will begin in about two weeks.
Work on planned Lyttelton development Collett's Corner gearing up again
The "pioneering" Lyttelton project is back from a coronavirus-enforced hiatus.
Century-old trees around Christchurch's Anglican cathedral get more protection
Three historic trees have been given more protection under special new planning laws passed to ensure restoration of the Christ Church Cathedral is not held up.
Putting hot dinners on the table for shovel ready men?
OPINION: Sisters, it's time to set up a party of ‘’women wanting work’’, to draw attention to our vulnerable status.
Preparing NZ for space weather that would disable the grid and internet
Could plunge us into darkness and create an information blackout.
Election 2020: Can tax cuts reverse National's fortunes?
OPINION: There is a point of difference, finally, after complaints about a boring contest.
Hey, all you hard-working Kiwis
OPINION/SATIRE: Anyone else here think we’ve been maybe a little too cuddly and kind to people and not kind enough to the economy?
Land Homes saga: Christchurch's 'worst builder' won't let go
Sam Rogers left a trail of creditors and devastated customers. He doesn't want his firm to go into liquidation.
An architect's house, rebuilt by the next generation
Don Cowie built the house that was destroyed by earthquakes. Duval O'Neill rebuilt it.
More retailers shut up shop in Christchurch malls post-Covid lockdown
Fast-changing shopping trends and the fallout from the Covid-19 crisis have led to a jump in the number of closed doors at Christchurch malls.
One week, two bosses of Christchurch council-owned companies quit
Onno Mulder steps down as chief of maintenance contractor Citycare, days after the head of the city's lines company resigns.
Almost $500,000 from Christchurch Cave Rock apartments sale sitting in limbo
The long-running saga of the quake-damaged and much-disputed Sumner complex has a new chapter.
Recap: Canterbury v Otago Spirit
Canterbury thrashed Otago in an all-South Island clash in the third round of the Farah Palmer Cup.
Life story: Legendary Canterbury horse trainer Tony Prendergast
OBITUARY: Training and caring for horses was much more than a job for Tony Prendergast; it was a lifestyle.
Super Rugby: Two more key cogs re-sign with Crusaders as roster takes shape
Mitchell Drummond and Tom Christie are the latest Crusaders to recommit to the 11-times champions.
Seven Linwood Keas in Canterbury Bulls squad
Champion club dominates a strong representative team lineup for national rugby league series.
Silver Ferns connection helps Tactix land Karin Burger
Chance to play more at goal defence and alongside Silver Ferns' team-mate, a powerful lure for Tactix recruit Karin Burger.
A slice of Nelson’s history is on the market for the first time in 105 years.
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Made to measure home breaks the mould
Out went the multiple bedrooms and in came a home specially designed for this hardworking couple.
Vote for your favourite penguin design
A public penguin exhibition is coming to Christchurch and you can help decide which design will be commissioned.
A reno that went from simple to sophisticated
The plan was for a modest refresh but this couple got much more than that - a colourful and quirky home that's perfect for family life.
An architect's house, rebuilt by the next generation
Don Cowie built the house that was destroyed by earthquakes. Duval O'Neill rebuilt it.
