'One hell of a writer'
5:00 AM After winning the 2017 Sunday Star-Times Short Story Awards, Frazer Rangihuna had one of NZ's most lauded authors email him some invaluable feedback:
Batsman cops nasty head blow
Canterbury's Ken McClure retired hurt after being struck by Neil Wagner's bouncer, but his replacement saved the day.
Canty's Cocksedge stars in FPC final
Welcome to the Kendra show. Black Ferns halfback stars for Canterbury in Farah Palmer Cup final.
Procession for slain gang member
Patched gang members are taking part in a procession in memory of slain King Cobras member Luke Riddell.
Fire alarm fail at new $92m library
Firefighters had to crowbar open a panel that had been painted shut.
Reefton reimagined
Artists and business leaders are breathing new life into a West Coast town hit hard by the closure of its mine.
New mood dawns in Christchurch
The city has a new slogan and shining new amenities. Now it is trying to attract what it needs most.
'It's OK to keep living'
After losing her husband and son 16 days apart, Julie Zarifeh is getting through with "active grieving".
Catholic bishop delays cathedral decision
A decision on Christchurch's quake-damaged Catholic cathedral was due by the end of this year.
Aviation dynasty lays grief bare
Brother of Wanaka helicopter crash victim says it "could have been any of us".
Christchurch chasing events
Christchurch's economic development agency is taking a more "proactive" approach in chasing bigger events for the city.
City's optimism on the rise
Christchurch's mood is changing as its residents begin to feel more positive about their city, new research reveals.
Party marks end of year
It was the biggest party of the university year, with nearly 3000 celebrating the end of study for 2018 at Lincoln University.
Funds needed for observatory restoration
Christchurch Arts Centre has launched a $5 million fundraising campaign to help restore their earthquake-damaged observatory building.
'I breathe a sigh of relief'
"We have sheep behind the house. The kids can jump over the fence and run up the hill."
New mood dawns in Christchurch
The city has a new slogan and shining new amenities. Now it is trying to attract what it needs most.
Christchurch chasing events
Christchurch's economic development agency is taking a more "proactive" approach in chasing bigger events for the city.
City's optimism on the rise
Christchurch's mood is changing as its residents begin to feel more positive about their city, new research reveals.
South frame three-quarters finished
A central Christchurch rebuild project is nearing completion, with three sites needed to finish the job.
Happy to tackle tough questions
OPINION: My position in relation to the new royal baby is goo-goo ga-ga and itchy-kitchy-koo.
More say for Māori on health
OPINION: The health statistics for Maori are disturbing and lamentable. It's time for them to have a greater say and more resources.
The city with too many houses
After the quakes there was a building boom, then quiet. Did Christchurch overcompensate?
'I breathe a sigh of relief'
"We have sheep behind the house. The kids can jump over the fence and run up the hill."
New mood dawns in Christchurch
The city has a new slogan and shining new amenities. Now it is trying to attract what it needs most.
Egg business makes bank
NZ's biggest egg business sold for $285 million, and created a new rich lister.
Christchurch chasing events
Christchurch's economic development agency is taking a more "proactive" approach in chasing bigger events for the city.
Batsman cops nasty head blow
Canterbury's Ken McClure retired hurt after being struck by Neil Wagner's bouncer, but his replacement saved the day.
Five holes in Ferns
Battle for places in Silver Ferns World Cup squad gets interesting as countdown to Liverpool looms.
Clinical finish puts Cantabs in final
A late Mitchell Drummond try keeps Canterbury on track to win a 10th title in the past 11 years.
Games bring man back to army
A Canterbury man is thrilled to be back with the Defence Force nearly 30 years after a freak accident robbed him of his planned career – and the use of his limbs.
Several Ferns under threat
Maria Folau and Jane Watson impress under new Silver Ferns coach, but others will be worried about their spots for 2019.
An ace in flight and business
OBITUARY: Ace fighter pilot and businessman Guy Newton lived a life that was anything but ordinary.
Review: Little India Merivale
Amid all Christchurch's restaurant comings and goings, this restaurant has endured.
30 years of Kiwi rock
OPINION: Shihad have been creating the rock soundtrack to Kiwi life for three decades.
