Latest Christchurch news
Editorial: New South Island Minister a welcome boost for underappreciated Mainlanders
EDITORIAL: New minister says he will bring a loud voice to the people of the south.
Revealed: New Zealand’s most-stolen car last year
The Auckland region recorded the most vehicle thefts last year.
Mayor hits back after Trump claims US split the atom
Trump appears to rewrite history while talking about US achievements at his inauguration.
QV figures: How much has your home lost since the market peak?
We can't say 'peak to trough' because we don't yet know if we have hit rock bottom.
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Family rescued after getting into difficulty at Piha beach
Surf Lifesaving New Zealand is warning beachgoers to swim between the flags.
‘He wasn’t going anywhere': Elite cyclists' high-speed chase to collar bike thief
Professional cyclists took off after a $15k road bike was allegedly pinched.
Pigeons vs Prisons: Vertigo pulse system used as Corrections, AT battle bird poo deluge
Bringing Symterra to the skies: Government agencies face off against avian adversaries.
Editorial: The lessons of Lou Vincent
OPINION: The cricketer's fall from grace can teach us many lessons.
Second weekend whale stranding in South Island
30 pilots whales stranded in Golden Bay, and a beaked whale came ashore in Christchurch.
Pedestrian hit by vehicle in Christchurch Botanic Gardens
The vehicle involved was found and impounded by police.
Group defends use of racially-tiered ticketing prices for music event
The Human Rights Commission says it has received complaints about the event.
Confirmed - David Havili to lead Crusaders in 2025
The Crusaders will break with tradition this season, naming a back as captain.
Christchurch school wins $267k prize for sustainability innovation
Prize enables Te Pā to expand Puku Māra, promoting sustainability through indigenous knowledge.
Scooter rider critically injured in crash with car in Christchurch
Police have pleaded for motorists and the public to avoid the area.
‘Our hearts are broken’: Family, friends pay tribute to 17yo killed in Canterbury crash
Devastated mum says daughter's death an “incredible loss for so many people".
Charity close to man‘s heart to gain from 1000km cycle ride from Cape Rēinga
A child charity saved Nuk Korako's family being split up, he's now raising funds for it
Man charged with attempted kidnapping in Christchurch
A young person said a man tried to get them into his vehicle.
Revealed: Crusaders to announce new captain
Scott Barrett's replacement will be announced on Wednesday.
Young broadcasting student one of two killed in crash with power pole
Police believe high speeds were a factor in the crash.
New home consents up in November but down 12% annually
House-building costs only rose 1.1% in 2024, well below 2022′s increases.
The Sapphire Merchant: From pebbles on a beach to $90,000 gemstones
A fruitless search for a special sapphire led Gemma Brain to launch a gemstone company.
What the LA fires would look like in NZ cities - map expert
Fires called a stark reminder for NZ: 'You don’t have to live rurally to be affected.'
‘Horrified’: Duped Kiwi couple book hotel for Xmas holiday, end up at a mall
'I was horrified that this happened to us and of all days on Christmas Eve'
Cops seize $60m of ‘tainted’ property allegedly linked to criminals
A look at some of the properties targeted by police - and why they made the move.
Where is Stewart Willis? Christchurch man vanishes, leaving cryptic note
'Possible he's alive down there': Mystery of missing 63-year-old man remains unsolved.
Recalled bathroom heaters linked to two house fires
Fire risk prompts ban on Serene wall-mounted bathroom heaters.
‘I’m coming over': Mum’s horror as Kmart walkie-talkies invaded by creepy sex chat
Mother-of-two locks doors and calls cops after hearing sexual messages from toy.