Website crashes as applications open for fast-track migrant resident visas
8:32 AM Thousands of migrants are now able to apply for a fast-tracked resident visa - but the website crashed the moment it opened at 6am on Wednesday.
Twelve days of 'cruelty': Watchdog launches campaign revealing animal experiments
A science watchdog will reveal details of “horrific” animal experiments carried out at Otago University in the coming weeks, but Otago has slammed the allegations as misleading.
We're so vain, we think we can have it all our own way
OPINION: The nub of it, in other words, is vanity. And vanity is the Covid lesson we don’t seem to be learning.
Black market sales of vaccination passes reported to police
Using a fake vaccine pass can get you up to six months in prison or a $12,000 fine, but fraudulent passes are already being advertised on social media for bitcoin.
Record growth pushes average house value in Christchurch past $700,000
This figure is a record 35.5 per cent rise compared to 12 months ago, real estate analysts CoreLogic say.
Murder, suicide, or a new identity? The mysterious disappearance of Richard Hinkley
Richard Hinkley disappeared from his Christchurch home on Christmas Day 2015. He has not been heard from since.
Vaccine certificates needed at libraries and pools in Christchurch
From Friday, only people who are double vaccinated and have a certificate will be allowed to use many council facilities.
'The hardest thing I've ever done': Man's mammoth run for men's mental health
Ben O’Carroll says "he's over the moon" after putting his body through hell for 13 hours, all in the name of raising money and awareness for men's mental health.
Merlin the moggie returns home after almost two years on the run
With petered out pads, Merlin has finally ended a 20-month stint on the run and quit the bad boy vagabond life – much to the delight of his owners.
Te Ara Ātea cultural centre to open in Rolleston after years of planning
The $22.2 million cultural centre, years in the making, is described as a new heart for the fast-growing Selwyn district.
Mana whenua panel will advocate for important traditional sites on stewardship land
Ngāi Tahu has dropped its legal challenge against the Government after being included in a review of what to do with stewardship land within its area.
Major Christchurch road reopens after crash between truck and car
A major Christchurch highway has fully reopened following a crash between a truck and trailer unit and a car that initially caused high levels of traffic congestion.
Man in critical condition after Wānaka paraglider crash
Emergency services were called after a paraglider crashed at Treble Cone.
Pedestrian seriously injured after being hit by car
The crash between a car and a pedestrian happened on Christchurch's busy Brougham St just before 4pm.
Strict new freedom camping certification system and $1000 fines coming
Bogus blue freedom camping stickers will be replaced by a strict compliance system requiring fixed toilets under new legislation.
'Someone could die': Bullying, safety fears at property maintenance company
Former Goleman Group employees allege unsafe practices and intimidation, including one worker's claim he was assaulted by the chief executive.
Canterbury brewery raises thousands with limited edition Movember beer
You’ve heard of growing a fuzzy moustache for Movember, but what about the Fuzzy Cuzzy?
We're so vain, we think we can have it all our own way
OPINION: The nub of it, in other words, is vanity. And vanity is the Covid lesson we don’t seem to be learning.
More needs to be done to fix the housing crisis
OPINION: A comprehensive plan for housing in Aotearoa has to include taxing property wealth.
Five economic issues for Luxon
OPINION: He's got the job. Now to get to grips with some of the big problems NZ faces.
Do not comment on your girlfriend's thong bikini
OPINION: A swimsuit is an expression of a woman’s sensual soul. Something completely beautiful, magical, and belonging to nobody except her.
Omicron a fresh test of reactivity and stamina against Covid
OPINION: Scientists stand ready to react. But are societies?
Man in critical condition after Wānaka paraglider crash
Emergency services were called after a paraglider crashed at Treble Cone.
Strict new freedom camping certification system and $1000 fines coming
Bogus blue freedom camping stickers will be replaced by a strict compliance system requiring fixed toilets under new legislation.
Adopt a sheep: How one hill country station is using a virtual platform to diversify
Forget the socks and jocks this Christmas because this year you can adopt a sheep in what’s believed to be the first business of its type in New Zealand.
What Christopher Luxon achieved at Air NZ and how he was perceived
What can we learn about Christopher Luxon from his high-powered career in the private sector?
Clouds thickening around waste baler
Mike Corcoran needs to find a home for thousands of bales of refuse. He can't afford to wait too long.
Leadership role takes young Wellington Phoenix defender by surprise
When Kate Taylor was asked to attend a meeting with the Phoenix coaching staff, she assumed they wanted to discuss tactics ahead of their opening game.
Ken McClure blasts Canterbury to victory over Northern in trophy final rematch
Seddon Park boundaries take a peppering as the defending champions are too strong in a high-scoring competition opener.
Alyssa Whinham out to prove a point as a Wellington Phoenix player
The Canterbury teenager was originally told she had missed out on a contract but now hopes to become a key player.
Silver Ferns' star Jane Watson expecting first child
Standout Silver Ferns defender is expecting her first child in 2022 and won't feature at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
Razor plots sixth title in as many years
'That’s what I pride myself on, the ability to inspire guys each year, find a different reason, go deeper than we’ve had to before.'
Mt Cardrona Station is a 'first' for New Zealand, a unique community set on 400 hectares, meticulously designed as a 'mountain basecamp' for an adventurous outdoors lifestyle with access to resort-style facilities and 30-kilometres of trails.
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