Asbestos found at school after fire
The fire at the Christchurch school that destroyed four classrooms was caused by a faulty multi-box.
One of world's oldest bird species found
The 62-million-year old ancestor of some of the largest flying birds ever has been found in Waipara, North Canterbury.
Dunedin's Grocery King dethroned
A grocery store owner told inspectors she had four staff. Turns out she had double that, without contracts.
Toilet spy says police breached privacy
A toilet spy literally caught with his pants down in a cubicle claims police searches were illegal.
Truck driver dies in Otago fatal
Steve Macnee, a contract driver, was known for his sense of humour, his former boss says.
$4 million - who wants it?
Leftover money from an insurance payout is up for grabs, and everyone wants a piece of it.
Carpet layer's 11-month crime spree
His charges included escaping police custody and stealing $14,000 from Christchurch properties, including a church.
Cash-strapped CDHB reviewing services
Facing a $180m deficit, Canterbury's health board confirms it is reviewing services.
Major cannabis sting on West Coast
An underground bunker on a rural property was hiding a "sophisticated" drugs operation and firearms.
Sex offender indecently assaulted girl
Victor Stojanovic's indecent assault left his teenage victim feeling "low and worthless".
Living in fear of the rain
5:00 AM Flooded, insurance policy cancelled, $50k wiped off valuation. And Cushla McCarthy still has a mortgage to pay.
Jail for Nomads gang member
A patched gang member was jailed after driving Shayne Heappey to a house where he was fatally stabbed 14 times.
Stadium plan to save Chch $200m
Christchurch ratepayers could save up to $250m if the rest of the region helps stump up the cash for a new stadium.
Port boss' $829k pay package
The incoming CEO will receive up to $30,000 to relocate from Auckland to Christchurch.
NZ's first 'opt out' class action lawsuit
A landmark ruling making it easier to join a group lawsuit could cost the Government hundreds of millions of dollars.
Mansion 'back to bare bones'
Key heritage features and 45,000 bricks have been rescued from the historic Christchurch mansion.
Southern Response appeals
State-owned quake claims firm will appeal a court ruling that found it misled customers Karl and Alison Dodds .
We can defeat hate
OPINION: The defaced billboards of a hijab-wearing council candidate must not discourage us.
Combating everyday hate online
OPINION: Far from being nebulous, the Christchurch Call has produced results.
Annual revenge of the insulted
OPINION: If a line makes me laugh I keep it in, even when I know it's unjust, even when I know it will bring trouble.
NZ's hypocritical stance on Amazon fires
OPINION: Does New Zealand have a leg to stand on when it comes to condemning Brazil's forest fires?
$4 million - who wants it?
Leftover money from an insurance payout is up for grabs, and everyone wants a piece of it.
Kiwi water 55c a bottle in China
Bottles of spring water from a controversial water bottling firm are selling for 55c cents in China.
Stadium plan to save Chch $200m
Christchurch ratepayers could save up to $250m if the rest of the region helps stump up the cash for a new stadium.
Port boss' $829k pay package
The incoming CEO will receive up to $30,000 to relocate from Auckland to Christchurch.
NZ's first 'opt out' class action lawsuit
A landmark ruling making it easier to join a group lawsuit could cost the Government hundreds of millions of dollars.
Romano: you blame yourself
Just five losses in three years with the Crusaders made Canterbury's worst start since 1992 a shock to Luke Romano's system.
Crunch time for Hagley Oval lights
Christchurch won't get any games of significance if lights at Hagley Oval are not approved by the end of November.
Young prospect stars in Bulls win
Young Bulls to the fore as Canterbury conquer rugby league's three-time titleholders.
Franks returns in Canty win
Not wanted for World Cup, veteran All Blacks enjoys win for provincial side.
Live: Northland v Canterbury
Northland host Canterbury in a Mitre10 Cup clash at Whangarei's Semenoff Stadium.
Recipe: Capers, chilli and garlic mini loaf
It's a dish described by one reader as "really delicious".
Christchurch's fried chicken Empire
This Garden City fried chicken eatery has gone from zero to 100 in just a year.
Learning te reo through sport
Ki-o-rahi, a traditional Māori ball game, is derived from the legend Rahi, whose wife was kidnapped by fairy people.
Canterbury's Roan expands milk deliveries
Chloe and James Davidson of the Canterbury plains are expanding their milk delivery service.
