
Cattle euthanised after being hit by train in rural Canterbury
About 20 cattle were hit by a train in rural Canterbury overnight, and a dozen had to be euthanised due to their injuries.
New Google trial will send earthquake alerts to Android phones in New Zealand
New Zealand is one of two countries trialling the warning system, which turns phones into seismographs with the potential to save lives in a major quake.
Youth activists face down approaching train in central Dunedin
Police have slammed the actions of a protest group after adult supporters stood watching three teens blocking rail tracks as a coal train approached.
Teen's killer still a 'doctor' as medical investigation closes after his death
A medical investigation into the doctor who murdered a Dunedin teen ended when he died in a suspected suicide, meaning he retains the honorific “doctor”.
A professional farmer's advice for growing stunning roses
Determined to learn more about roses, Julia Atkinson-Dunn took up the invitation to visit family owned Gilroy Nurseries just north of Christchurch.
Queenstown filming projects give welcome boost to stricken town
Work for hundreds of actors, extras and crew has given a South Island tourism hotspot hit hard by the Covid-19 downturn a timely economic injection.
Christchurch hoping to lure 180 new employers to city in next three years
About 50 companies are in "active discussions" with the city's economic agency about relocating, with the mayor saying business growth is "critical".
Christchurch alternative health clinic imposes 30-day wait on vaccinated clients
Back Door Spa, which specialises in colon cleansing and kinesiology, says it is protecting staff from an "experimental" drug. But health experts are rubbishing the stance.
New Zealand's glaciers losing 1.5m of thickness each year
Rivers of ice that play a key role in Kiwi tourism are melting seven times faster than they were 20 years ago, a new global study reveals.
Two safe after light plane crash lands at Christchurch Airport
A light plane has crashed while landing at Christchurch International Airport on Thursday.
Whio numbers exceed target in Kahurangi National Park site
“We have put our heart and soul into the project and while getting to 79 pairs is an achievement for whio, it’s also a highly rewarding achievement for all of us who have worked to protect the whio.”
Injunction filed to stop compulsory sale of site wanted for Christchurch stadium
It is one of the last structures on the site earmarked for the $473 million central city stadium, but the owners are taking legal action to save their 115-year-old building.
Crown acquires last remaining building on site planned for Christchurch stadium
The Crown has completed acquisition of the NG building, the last privately-owned building in the way of the new stadium.
ChristchurchNZ 'would love ability' for new stadium to seat 35,000
It thinks Christchurch could miss out on a "small number" of major events due to the new stadium's maximum capacity of 30,000.
Consortium building Christchurch's new stadium starts on-site works
It is the first on-site work undertaken by the consortium behind the design and build of the central city stadium.
Covid-19 pandemic providing new business opportunities in Christchurch
The Covid-19 pandemic may result in more manufacturing businesses and remote workers moving to Christchurch, experts say.
Contractually binding farm plans a better idea
OPINION: The idea that pastoral farming and good environmental outcomes are mutually exclusive is simply wrong.
Frustrated at process and outcome of cannabis referendum
OPINION: We came down on different sides of the yes/no option despite the fact we agree much more about the issue than we disagree.
The clearest signal yet that Collins feels under leadership pressure
OPINION: Judith Collins has deployed the ever-tempting get-out-of-jail-free card for oppositions in the wilderness - ''one law for all” rhetoric.
Advancing human rights in China has nothing to do with geopolitics
OPINION: NZ has taken an equivocal approach on China's record, but has the hard line taken by the US and its allies done any better? Or has China simply dug in?
Injunction filed to stop compulsory sale of site wanted for Christchurch stadium
It is one of the last structures on the site earmarked for the $473 million central city stadium, but the owners are taking legal action to save their 115-year-old building.
Central Otago farm with Lake Wanaka views 'a rare offer'
Farm billed as 'hunter's paradise', and has walking and mountainbike tracks.
Christchurch hoping to lure 180 new employers to city in next three years
About 50 companies are in "active discussions" with the city's economic agency about relocating, with the mayor saying business growth is "critical".
TradeMe asking prices up 5.8 per cent for homes in Christchurch
The region’s annual price increase was the lowest in the country, well behind the national average of 15.7 per cent.
Trans-Tasman bubble: Aussie travellers visiting loved ones rather than attractions
Aussies have been trickling into the South Island during the first week of the trans-Tasman bubble, but most are visiting family and friends rather than boosting local businesses.
Crusaders better off playing Waratahs in Wollongong, forecast 2021 deficit
Fresh from making a 'very small loss' last year, the Crusaders didn’t fight for a home game against the Waratahs next month.
Super Rugby: Crusaders to make call on Braydon Ennor after second club game
Braydon Ennor’s bid to be available for the Super Rugby Aotearoa final is on track after his encouraging return to the park at the weekend.
All Black Joe Moody requires surgery, out for up to five months
After initially suspecting surgery might not be required, the Crusaders have confirmed Joe Moody will go under the knife to repair his busted foot.
Blues coach Leon MacDonald demands answers after doctor's 'silly' ruling
Furious Blues coach Leon MacDonald demands answers after the match-day doctor scratched one of his players early in their loss to the Crusaders.
Crusaders crush Blues in Christchurch to book home final
Will Jordan scored two freakish tries as the Crusaders dispatched the Blues and booked a home final against the Chiefs.
A professional farmer's advice for growing stunning roses
Determined to learn more about roses, Julia Atkinson-Dunn took up the invitation to visit family owned Gilroy Nurseries just north of Christchurch.
Central Christchurch to be lit up for Matariki
Parts of central Christchurch and New Brighton will be lit up during a new event celebrating Matariki.

