New ZealandMan killed in ride-on mower accident: Second tragedy for family69-year-old David Viles of Christchurch died at a rural property near Christchurch.27 Sep 02:32 AM
New ZealandMan killed by ride-on lawnmowerMan in his sixties died after his ride-on lawnmower rolled on top of him.24 Sep 04:34 AM
New ZealandChild and phone-free dining at Akaroa restaurant set to stayMajority of responses the bistro received about the restriction had been very positive.07 May 04:02 AM
New ZealandThree people hospitalised following crash near AkaroaThree people taken to hospital after being trapped in a vehicle which crashed into water.16 Apr 01:24 AM
New ZealandPolice name motorcyclist killed near AkaroaThe killed motorcyclist was a 24-year-old Christchurch man.07 Jan 11:55 PM
New ZealandOne dead following motorcycle crash in ChristchurchThe road will be closed for at least four hours.06 Jan 09:30 PM
New ZealandWatch: Incredible Orca surprise on dolphin tourGuests at a backpacker's hostel in Akaroa got a killer surprise today.17 Dec 08:30 AM
New ZealandOne dead after car down bank in AkaroaThe person was found dead inside the vehicle by emergency services14 Dec 12:46 AM
New ZealandMan who died near Akaroa namedWorkSafe is making initial inquiries into the death of Alan John Scott yesterday.07 Nov 05:25 AM
New ZealandMan dies in suspected workplace accident in AkaroaPolice say man may have been operating machinery.06 Nov 02:55 AM
New ZealandCrowning of New Zealand's tastiest snarler"Black pudding or in this case, Boudin Noir, is a polarising sausage": contest judge19 Oct 06:38 PM
New ZealandAkaroa crash: Two flown to hospitalTwo people have been flown to Christchurch Hospital after a car smash near Akaroa28 Sep 02:22 AM
TravelHeritage Collection Akaroa CottagesShandelle Battersby checks into a one-bedroom Seaview Cottage, overlooking the harbour.15 Sep 02:00 AM
TravelAkaroa: Harbouring lifeShandelle Battersby gets up close to some of our rarer creatures on Banks Peninsula.23 Aug 10:00 PM
New ZealandSecret wartime Auckland plane crashes everyone knew aboutJapanese internees were being taken from Auckland to Australia for a prisoner exchange.01 Aug 04:38 AM
New ZealandPregnant sheep killed in weekend attackMan woke up find three of his sheep slaughtered for meat and lambs inside them discarded.28 Jun 01:48 AM
TravelBanks Peninsula: Akaroa's bountyA food festival deliciously packages the best the peninsula has all year.28 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Rare humpback whale spottedThe rare sighting in Akaroa was a treat for cruise passengers.15 May 09:19 PM
TourismTourists cruise into Akaroa in drovesCruise ships are mixed blessing for the once sleepy town of Akaroa.02 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandAsleep at the wheel: Rich-lister in crashChristchurch businessman is "sore and bruised" after falling asleep at wheel of his BMW.25 Apr 11:34 PM
New ZealandTeacher keeps registration despite false resultsA teacher who falsely claimed that NCEA results had been verified can keep teaching.06 Apr 12:19 AM
New ZealandPods of orca spotted around LytteltonTwo pods of the marine animals were spotted this morning including a mother and her calf24 Mar 02:16 AM
New ZealandKiwi tourism bucket list releasedSwimming with dolphins in Akaroa has topped Australia's list of the best bucket list experiences in New Zealand. Also in the top 28 Feb 05:30 AM
New ZealandAmerican cruise ship passengers injuredAmerican tourists are the most seriously injured in yesterday's horror bus smash.22 Feb 04:07 PM
New ZealandBus crash passengers were from Akaroa cruise shipWatch: The bus, carrying more than 30 people, collided with a car just after 5pm and crashed down a bank.22 Feb 04:25 AM
New ZealandMentors open up kitchens for weekUnsociable hours can make chefing an unpopular profession, but some of New Zealand's best chefs are determined to help youngsters 12 Feb 05:38 AM
New ZealandWatch: Orca delight cruise passengersThe playful and curious orca entertained those on the boat for about 20 minutes.10 Jan 08:27 PM
New ZealandFatal crash: Driver on wrong side of roadThe driver killed in a two car crash south of Christchurch yesterday was driving on the wrong side of the road, police say.05 Jan 12:05 AM
New ZealandOne dead in crash near ChristchurchA motorist is dead after a single car crash south of Christchurch this afternoon.04 Jan 02:16 AM
New ZealandSearch continues for missing diverThe search continues for a diver missing off Canterbury's Banks Peninsula.22 Oct 12:01 AM
CyclingKiwi pro cyclist faces tough recoveryKeagan Girdlestone came close to death after slamming into the back of a suddenly-braking race vehicle.21 Jun 02:14 AM
TravelNZ's top summer spots revealedThis summer's most-Googled beaches have been revealed.13 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand24/7 dedication saves ambo serviceThe possibility of the small harbour town of Akaroa losing its only ambulance service was not an option for Jan Bourke, who stepped in to take over the local St John.07 Sep 05:00 PM
TravelAkaroa: Bank on visual treatsThe road around Banks Peninsula is steeped in history, finds Wendy Dunlop.21 Jul 12:00 AM
