Severe gales, lightning
7 min ago Winds topple truck, storms bring over 26,000 lightning strikes, while heavy rain hits parts of NZ.
Tree falls on car
15 min ago A woman is seriously injured after a tree fell on her car in Canterbury.
Whitebaiter's 'tragic accident'
Family of woman killed when her car ended up in the ocean say she died "doing what she loved".
Chch's Marshland Rd blocked
11:11 AM A collision between two trucks has blocked southbound traffic on part of Christchurch's Marshland Rd.
Custody remand on kidnap charge
10:59 AM A man has been remanded in custody after being charged with kidnapping, stealing a car and dangerous driving.
Labour's Christchurch renaissance
The result might not show it, but beneath the surface a red tide is rising in Christchurch.
Truck rolls on Lewis Pass road
10:35 AM A truck and trailer has rolled on the main highway through the upper South Island's alternative highway, blocking one lane.
Andrew Falloon takes seat
Rangitata's new MP is excited about the task ahead and not disappointed by a reduced majority for the National Party.
How Chch's energy scheme works
It was supposed to a "world-leading" response to the earthquakes and demolitions in Christchurch.
National in Chch: the same but different
How will another National Government change things in Christchurch?
More residents needed in city
Christchurch has been warned it must speed up its central city population growth if new businesses are to survive.
Road works delayed by funding, winter
Work to resume soon on the upgrades of Christchurch's Manchester and Durham streets after two months of little action.
Liability grows $395m in a year
Insurer Southern Response originally thought it would have to deal with 7000 earthquake claims, but now expects 8562.
Peters ready to reel in
OPINION: A state of siege outside the leaders' homes, while inside TV studios some felt besieged.
It's Winnie Time once more
OPINION: The election campaign was a rollercoaster ride. Are we now in for another one?
No love for minor parties
OPINION: After eight elections under MMP, minor parties are still struggling to gain a political foothold.
A better way to fix miscarriages of justice
OPINION: Why NZ needs a new way to handle miscarriages of justice, and what that new way could be.
Luxury hotel granted consent
A planned luxury hotel in Tekapo is a step closer to being built after being granted resource consent, its developer says.
How Chch's energy scheme works
It was supposed to a "world-leading" response to the earthquakes and demolitions in Christchurch.
National in Chch: the same but different
How will another National Government change things in Christchurch?
New shops and foodcourt planned
Christchurch's Northlands Mall is planning to embark on another extension.
Wagon derails, cause unknown
They do know it wasn't the track though, it was found "to be in good condition".
More racetrack troubles
Our racing reporters revisit the main talking points from the week's racing on both sides of the Tasman.
Titan Banner wins Hannon
Stable quinella for Graeme Anderson in group three race at Oamaru, with Titan Banner beating New Years Jay.
Canty too good for Counties
The Canterbury women's rugby team beat defending national champions Counties-Manukau 32-29 in Pukekohe on Saturday.
Canterbury take down Waikato
Bulls prove too strong in national league contest, nabbing crucial second-round victory in Hamilton.
Dragons topple Tasman
Japanese striker impresses as Canterbury beat Tasman in pre-season football action.
City's social enterprise 'at forefront'
"What are the most valuable things in our lives and how do we actually want to spend our time, when push comes to shove?"
Surf lifesaver 'shocked' by award
If you're swimming at Sumner Beach in Christchurch you are in some of the safest hands in the country.
20 years of Drive - a conversation with Bic Runga
Twenty years after she received her first Silver Scroll award for Drive, Bic Runga is a finalist again.
UberEats to launch in Chch
Late-night supermarket trips could be over – UberEats is coming to Christchurch.
