The Coroner also cites the danger of turning vehicles in his comments on the tragic crash.

Aussies are already making plans to visit in the lead-up to Tuesday's travel announcement.

New reservoirs could cost $2m-$3m.

Slow down and enjoy the ride in this unique slice of New Zealand.

The bacteria was found in a recent sample taken from Glen Bay.

Akaroa's French Bay House is a homely B&B ideal for romance and exploring the local area.

Where you'll find the largest little penguin colony on mainland New Zealand.

The new cruise ship berth was officially opened by Mayor Lianne Dalziel yesterday.

With exotic holiday plans on hold, a journey to the West Coast is full of highlights.

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Three fishermen died when the trawler sank off the Canterbury coast in 2015.

'We've now had a chance to reflect and we think that the time is right for a change.'

'Now would be a good time for a rethink.'

The road is expected to reopen this morning.

Wild weather across the country has downed power lines, caused slips and flooding.

'We support their decision without any doubt,' survivor backs decision to halt memorial

The diver was reported missing about 1.45pm today.

MPI says it has a zero tolerance policy to illegal fishing

Coroner says knowing risks could help prevent someone else dying.

The local primary school children had the chance to see the animal up close.

Death of six headless seals "cruel and senseless", DOC says

69-year-old David Viles of Christchurch died at a rural property near Christchurch.

Man in his sixties died after his ride-on lawnmower rolled on top of him.

Majority of responses the bistro received about the restriction had been very positive.

Three people taken to hospital after being trapped in a vehicle which crashed into water.

The killed motorcyclist was a 24-year-old Christchurch man.

The road will be closed for at least four hours.