Principal 'falsified' funding reports
A Dunedin school principal allegedly falsified reports, with study funds instead spent on overseas trips.
Councillor messages 'grossly inappropriate'
A Christchurch councillor allegedly sent "grossly inappropriate" social media messages to teenagers.
Skier dies in Queenstown
A doctor and nurse tried in vain to resuscitate a skier who crashed at Coronet Peak.
Why Mo'unga spurned league offers
Richie Mo'unga wasn't deemed good enough to play for the NZ secondary schools team. It didn't stymie his dreams of being an All Black.
Rudolf Steiner school's name dilemma
Is it time to dissociate the school from the racist beliefs of its founder?
Legacy of 'substance and worth'
OBITUARY: Llew Summers, always happy to stand out in a crowd, was pleased sculptures weren't as easy to pack away and hide as paintings.
Family 'lost' as young mum dies
Bonnie Avery was supposed to get married in December, her 30th birthday. But she went to sleep and never woke up.
Political doubt over climate change
A quarter of Christchurch's mayoral and council candidates question humans' impact on climate change, reflecting a trend across the South Island.
'We all have dirty hands'
Being Kiwi: Christchurch creatives speak out about the way racism has affected their lives.
Councillor faces accusations
Teens allege inappropriate behaviour by a councillor who is seeking re-election.
New townhouses near Hagley Park
An apartment developer has made its biggest ever land purchase in Christchurch.
Crotty family's World Cup conflict
Steve and Robyn Crotty are off to a 60th on Saturday night, but if the game's not being shown, they're taking off.
Canterbury's economy still slowing
New report calls for efforts to increase visitor spending and attract new businesses before Chch regeneration slows.
Council needs to free up $500m
OPINION: Following the sign-off of last year's Long Term Plan (LTP), Mayor Lianne Dalziel signalled fresh resolve to thrust partial asset sales back onto the agenda.
New ECan council must avoid conflicts
OPINION: A recent ruling by the Auditor-General is a first step towards the restoration of accountable regional governance.
Rates a central election issue
OPINION: Christchurch's mayor's perspective on rates rises seems unlikely to impress voters.
Christchurch council achievements
OPINION: After watching the councillors for three years, senior journalist Tina Law gives her view.
Gender pay victory or financial madness?
A big pay rise for the Dunedin City Council's chief executive has been called a victory for gender equality, but opponents say it is "financial madness".
Rudolf Steiner school's name dilemma
Is it time to dissociate the school from the racist beliefs of its founder?
Song popped up in unusual places
There was a time, in the New Zealand of not so long ago, when almost no social gathering was complete without someone singing There is a Tavern in the Town.
Canterbury's economy still slowing
New report calls for efforts to increase visitor spending and attract new businesses before Chch regeneration slows.
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.
Needing protection in the retail jungle
OPINION/SATIRE: In this commercial jungle, your means of protection isn't all it's cracked up to be.
No-one else is currently mayor
SATIRE: I am the only candidate with the experience of currently being mayor.
NZDF's credibility dilemma
OPINION: The Defence Force has been corrupt or incompetent. Either is bad news for a public looking for truth and some trust.
One-way trips to oblivion
OPINION: At least a couple of big political names have stuffed up badly this week.
Canterbury's economy still slowing
New report calls for efforts to increase visitor spending and attract new businesses before Chch regeneration slows.
$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.
Paddon lured in by the forest
After a year of planning, Kiwi rally ace needs just 54 seconds of perfection.
New Highlander wants opportunities
Crusader Ngane Punivai didn't need to look far for advice when weighing up a shift south to the Highlanders.
Manawatū shock Canterbury
The Turbos withstood a furious second half rally to upset Canterbury in Christchurch.
Recap: Canterbury v Manawatū
The Turbos upset the red-and-blacks in a thrilling encounter in Christchurch.
Fleetwood Mac's last NZ show
Fleetwood Mac's five-date New Zealand tour comes to an end on Saturday. Organisers say fans should expect a busy night.
The renegade fighter - now and Zed
Zed guitarist Ben Campbell on going from rock star to restaurateur.
'Hiding from Stevie Nicks'
As the Fleetwood Mac star arrived in 2009, Kiwi musician Adam McGrath had to hide quickly - in a hedge.
Legacy of 'substance and worth'
OBITUARY: Llew Summers, always happy to stand out in a crowd, was pleased sculptures weren't as easy to pack away and hide as paintings.
