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Is Ashburton's water supply a health risk to babies? Council denies Greenpeace claims
Greenpeace tests have shown high nitrate levels in Ashburton's drinking water.

Flying fox freak accident: Family relieved little sister spared after boy’s pancreas severed
The child was hit in the stomach and chest area by the flying fox runner.

How classical music is being used to curb antisocial behaviour at city bus exchange
Christchurch City Council received 187 incident reports for the facility in 2024 alone.

Armed police raid Christchurch house
The incident involving multiple officers happened around 10am.

House prices down in most regions in year to March
Prices either static or falling throughout NZ, only six areas had price rises lately.

Liam Napier: Why the All Blacks will miss Mark Tele’a
OPINION: The All Blacks and Blues wing will leave NZ at the end of this year for Japan.

Hit and slammed against wall: Former X Factor NZ contestant sentenced for family violence
Nofo Lameko skipped his sentencing in December to go on tour.

Overseas visitor arrivals down in February but US tourists break record
Change in Chinese New Year cited as February still can't pip pre-pandemic tourist numbers.

Mayor gives tour of new $683m stadium but admits he has ‘no idea’ about parking
Christchurch's new covered stadium is looking to be finished on time and on budget.

Former high-flying property developer ditches private jets as market turns down
Matthew Horncastle of Williams Corporation says he is now 'pretty boring'.

Small Business: Southern charm with the Crafty Weka Bar
David and Claire have been in business together since they were 20.

‘Game-changer’: NZ Spinal Trust’s role in Kiwi teen’s remarkable journey
How a life-changing crash led to a new path on the slopes.

Daring rescue operation saves three men after boat capsizes
Coastguard volunteers battled massive swells to rescue three men.

Lotto: 32 players split Second Division – where the lucky tickets were sold
One player walked away with $1 million after winning the First Division draw.

What South Island's first 110km/h zone means for commuters
The speed limit applies to a 17.7km stretch from Curletts Road to Weedons Road.

From Russia with love: An adoptee's journey in search of the truth
Victor Alexeyev never anticipated what he would find in the search for his birth mum.

Racing powerhouse: Te Akau scores big with Dream Of The Moon win
Dream Of The Moon secured a decisive three-and-a-quarter length victory.

Mehzebeen takes Hawke’s Bay Cup
Lily Sutherland's bold ride led Mehzebeen to victory at the Hawke’s Bay Cup.

Watch: All Blacks fullbacks in argy-bargy during Super Rugby Pacific clash
The stars engaged in a goal-line stoush during the Crusaders and Hurricanes match.

Editorial: Are NZ Rugby fans at risk of losing the All Blacks?
OPINION: NZR has a commercial formula for the All Blacks - it means less home games.

Racing: Kiwi star at disadvantage in glamour Oaks clash
Randwick card promises one of the hottest race days of the season.