Seven-year-old on skifield odyssey inspired by mum's cancer journey
6:08 PM Youngster Lochie Win, of Central Otago, has set himself the mammoth challenge of skiing all of New Zealand’s ski fields in just five weeks.
Roadworks hammer shops and force florist to open pop-up to stay afloat
6:03 PM Florist Sue Abbott had just taken on a new staff member when roadworks started on her street. Months later, she has had to open a pop-up shop to keep trading.
Driver flown to hospital after being trapped by live electricity in crash
5:06 PM A person was trapped in a car after power pole came down on the roof during a crash near Reefton on the West Coast.
Code red issued for Dunedin Hospital after spike in patient numbers
5:02 PM A ‘code red’ alert was issued at Dunedin Hospital this week as heavy demand overloaded health workers and resources.
Increasing numbers of native hawks dying of lead poisoning
5:00 PM Blame for the worsening threat is falling to pest controllers thinking they are “doing the right thing” by leaving carcasses behind for predators to eat.
Booming Dunedin: Thousands of new homes needed for growing city
After years of stagnation Dunedin is in the middle of a boom. But that also means growing pains, with thousands of new homes required.
'Lucky there were no injuries': Police vehicle rammed by fleeing ute driver
Police hoping to corner the would-be thief blocked the property entrance, but the offenders used a ute to ram the car.
Police officer involved in 'inappropriate sexual relationships' with staff
The officer resigned during an investigation, which upheld allegations he slept with staff under his command, and bullied and harassed employees.
Skinny 7.5m-wide site transformed
Here's what you can do with a "very restrictive" building site. The Christchurch project has won a major Master Builders award.
All-time high demand for expensive cats thanks to Covid-19
Some Kiwis are paying up to $5000 for a furry companion in the post-lockdown era.
Wild wet weather battering the South Island to ease – but only momentarily
A deluge of rain overnight will let up this evening, but the weekly forecast isn't looking flash. If laundry is piling up, Wednesday is your best bet.
Woman's life-long goal 'screwed over' as dream property turns nightmare
She wanted to develop a magical getaway for children. Instead, Lucy Hogan is watching her farm sink while decomposing nappies rise.
Fresh vision for Milford Sound, but cruise ship ban goes too far
OPINION: It is beyond ridiculous that so much of Milford Sound’s tourist trade has increasingly been derived from Queenstown day-trippers ...
Bottom trawling damage revealed: 128 new species end up as by-catch
A new report has revealed 128 previously-unknown species have died in trawl nets, and estimates thousands of tonnes of coral have been destroyed.
Up to 90 new homes likely for former hotel site
Despite consent for a hotel, a large block will be developed with apartments or townhouses.
Festival 'likely' to change date after clash concerns
A festival that clashes with Bay Dreams is re-looking at its Marlborough dates.
'Sheer torment' as Amber-Lee Cruickshank's disappearance remains a mystery
Police are still working through information provided by 75 callers following the offer of a $100,000 reward.
Simone Biles shows that for millennials, quitting is stronger than staying
OPINION: Biles’ power is that she showed how far generational values have shifted.
Putting our house to rights on the right to housing
OPINION: Our housing situation is shamefully failing an important standard.
Fresh vision for Milford Sound, but cruise ship ban goes too far
OPINION: It is beyond ridiculous that so much of Milford Sound’s tourist trade has increasingly been derived from Queenstown day-trippers ...
New advice for handling eggs due to Salmonella incursion
Refrigerate eggs, avoid raw or undercooked eggs, don't lick the bowl and more.
Covid-19 infection causes worrying brain changes
Before and after data: The study began before the coronavirus pandemic started.
Roadworks hammer shops and force florist to open pop-up to stay afloat
Florist Sue Abbott had just taken on a new staff member when roadworks started on her street. Months later, she has had to open a pop-up shop to keep trading.
Up to 90 new homes likely for former hotel site
Despite consent for a hotel, a large block will be developed with apartments or townhouses.
Heritage treasures saved from quakes could now return to original owners
The heritage treasures include carved stone crests, decorative tiles and fireplaces.
Battle of the convention centres: Does NZ need three new venues worth $1.4b?
New Zealand will go from having no purpose-built convention facilities, to three landmark assets by the end of 2024.
Councillors push for new vote on how big Christchurch's new stadium should be
Five Christchurch City councillors are calling on the council to reverse its their decision made last week to reduce the capacity of the city’s new multi-use arena.
Tactix into ANZ Premiership grand final after edging Steel
Tactix end Steel's season after triumphing in South Island elimination final showdown in Invercargill.
My heart stopped for 26 minutes: Cricketer's remarkable survival tale
When cricketer David Wakefield took a knee during training his team-mates thought he was trying to get out of running. They didn't realise his heart had stopped beating.
Stokes takes 'indefinite break' to aid mental health
Star all rounder Ben Stokes has had to deal with injuries, the weight of expectation and the death of his dad, Ged, in New Zealand.
When Canterbury beat the mighty 1921 Springboks
The Canterbury rugby team weren't fancied to beat the Boks in 1921, but nobody told them that.
Canterbury yachtie Graham Mander's death 'end of a sailing era'
Revered yachtie Graham Mander lived and breathed sailing. An Olympian and national champion, he made massive contributions to the sport he dedicated his life to.
Frankenstein with a twist comes to Christchurch
The actors who play Dr Frankenstein and the creature swap roles every night in this innovative new stage show.
Christchurch couple bring unique modern dance show to hometown
Dancers get written instructions throughout the show, so no two performances are the same. “That is the gift," local choreographer Jose Archer says.
Youngster turns birthday party into fundraiser for local zoo
When seven-year-old Willem Freed heard Christchurch's Orana Wildlife Park was short on funding, he made the ultimate sacrifice: birthday presents.
Ashburton Lotto player wins $5.3 million with Powerball
The winning ticket was sold online on MyLotto, and is made up of $5 million from Powerball First Division and $333,333 from Lotto First Division.
