Murder a case of 'mistaken identity'
Marcus Luke Tucker's nickname was "Ruckus" - one he unluckily shared with a thief.
Severe gales, lightning
Winds topple truck, storms bring over 26,000 lightning strikes, while heavy rain hits parts of NZ.
Tree falls on car
A woman is seriously injured after a tree fell on her car in Canterbury.
Chch's Marshland Rd reopens
A collision between two trucks briefly blocked southbound traffic.
Whitebaiter dies in 'tragic accident'
The family of a Christchurch woman killed when her car ended up in the ocean say she died "doing what she loved".
Custody remand on kidnap charge
A man has been remanded in custody after being charged with kidnapping, stealing a car and dangerous driving.
Squatters on P
6 min ago When his friend went on holiday, he broke into his house and invited over friends who smoked meth and stole.
False alarms go off due to thunder
7 min ago Lightning and thunder storm cuts keep fire brigade volunteers busy in Queenstown.
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.
Economy needs political stability
OPINION: If New Zealand has reached peaks in tourism and construction, is it time to worry about the economy?
National's 'dead cat' masterstroke
ANALYSIS: Its $11.7b play against Labour was deeply cynical, but may just win it the election.
Labour's 'relentless positivity' naive
OPINION: Jacinda Ardern was extremely nice. But you also need mongrel and a killer instinct.
Bill To Winston: 'Let’s Do This'
OPINION: Bill English, if he is wise, will clasp his newfound ally, Winston Peters, by the hand and say: "Let's do this!"
Peters ready to reel in
OPINION: A state of siege outside the leaders' homes, while inside TV studios some felt besieged.
The fall and rise of Fortex boss Graeme Thompson
A book by ex-Fortex boss Graeme Thompson reveals his rise and fall and rise again.
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.
Crusaders not hot on Fiji
Don't bank on the Crusaders playing a "home" Super Rugby game in Fiji next year. They have gone cold on that idea.
Tough clash sees Pioneer men win over Lincoln
North Canterbury women and Pioneer Pacers have won the Canterbury men and women's premier basketball competitions.
Beach saviour gets tennis gig
From helping save a Golden Bay beach to the South Island's top tennis job.
More racetrack troubles
Our racing reporters revisit the main talking points from the week's racing on both sides of the Tasman.
Bridges packs in laughs
REVIEW: Scottish comedian Kevin Bridges not afraid to stir up locals in New Zealand tour opener.
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.
