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Home / Canterbury

Latest Canterbury news

Meth-addled truck driver jailed over crash that killed beloved grandfather
New Zealand

Meth-addled truck driver jailed over crash that killed beloved grandfather

The 6am Waimate crash killed local motorist Alan George Weir, who was on his way to work.

30 Oct 06:30 AM
New Zealand

23 Lotto players win $18k each in Second Division - where the tickets were sold

One player also won Powerball Second Division, taking their total winnings to $48,170.

30 Oct 03:40 AM
Christchurch

Tourist sentenced over Wānaka crash that injured four, including his wife

Honeymooner Ka Ho Cheung crossed the centre line, hitting two vehicles.

30 Oct 03:03 AM

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'Green shoots are emerging' – business confidence jumps to eight-month high
Business

'Green shoots are emerging' – business confidence jumps to eight-month high

ANZ's Business Outlook suggests the economic recovery may have resumed in October.

30 Oct 03:00 AM
‘Clang of the prison gates’: NZDF wants soldier who tried to spy moved to civilian prison
New Zealand

‘Clang of the prison gates’: NZDF wants soldier who tried to spy moved to civilian prison

The soldier was sent to military detention after trying to pass on restricted information.

30 Oct 01:12 AM
The Country: Miles Hurrell on Fonterra sale
New Zealand

The Country: Miles Hurrell on Fonterra sale

30 Oct 01:00 AM
Measles outbreak grows to 13 cases as risk remains high
New Zealand

Measles outbreak grows to 13 cases as risk remains high

30 Oct 12:24 AM
Halter replaces 30 towers after storm hits virtual farm fencing network
Business

Halter replaces 30 towers after storm hits virtual farm fencing network

29 Oct 11:27 PM
How low vaccination rates left NZ exposed to another measles outbreak
New Zealand

How low vaccination rates left NZ exposed to another measles outbreak

29 Oct 04:00 PM
Killer’s prison diary: The life, times, and confessions of an infamous murderer
New Zealand

Killer’s prison diary: The life, times, and confessions of an infamous murderer

Inside the mind of transgender killer Bronwyn Warwick.

29 Oct 04:00 PM
Te reo waiata and Christchurch artists win big at the 2025 Apra Silver Scroll Awards
Entertainment

Te reo waiata and Christchurch artists win big at the 2025 Apra Silver Scroll Awards

The 60th edition of the music prizes were awarded in Christchurch on Wednesday night.

29 Oct 10:30 AM
Silver Ferns edged by Diamonds in extra-time thriller
Silver Ferns

Silver Ferns edged by Diamonds in extra-time thriller

The Silver Ferns won test four but lost 12-11 in extra time.

29 Oct 08:00 AM
Icy lows grip NZ: How long will the chill stick around?
New Zealand

Icy lows grip NZ: How long will the chill stick around?

Frosty mornings expected as temperatures hover just above freezing.

29 Oct 05:00 AM
‘Really stoked’: Grassroots push powers Māori roll voter surge in Gisborne
New Zealand

‘Really stoked’: Grassroots push powers Māori roll voter surge in Gisborne

Turnout on the Māori roll surged 40.5%, from 3657 voters in 2022 to 5139 this year.

29 Oct 03:34 AM
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NZ’s fastest man revealed as Larry the Lamb’s secret sprinter
Christchurch

NZ’s fastest man revealed as Larry the Lamb’s secret sprinter

Canterbury’s beloved mascot won the NPC final's mascot race. Now it's revealed why.

29 Oct 03:08 AM
Can you help solve Gisborne father’s homicide? Police want info on Hyundai
New Zealand

Can you help solve Gisborne father’s homicide? Police want info on Hyundai

Information sought on movements of a stolen car possibly linked to homicide inquiry.

29 Oct 03:02 AM
Police probe NZ insurer over alleged links to 'dark fleet' shipping Iranian, Russian oil
New Zealand

Police probe NZ insurer over alleged links to 'dark fleet' shipping Iranian, Russian oil

Reuters claim Maritime Mutual provided them insurance so they could enter ports.

29 Oct 12:43 AM
'A huge concern': Irrigation equipment smashed by winds
New Zealand

'A huge concern': Irrigation equipment smashed by winds

More than 700 pivot spans – worth $30,000 each – have been damaged in North Canterbury.

28 Oct 09:10 PM
Watch: Police's new ad where retired cops return to the beat to lure recruits to the force
Wellington

Watch: Police's new ad where retired cops return to the beat to lure recruits to the force

Former officers share their advice for anyone wanting to hit the beat.

28 Oct 08:18 PM
Christchurch police seek public help to find wanted woman
New Zealand

Christchurch police seek public help to find wanted woman

Aaliyah Ah Tong, 20, is wanted on a warrant for arrest in Christchurch.

28 Oct 06:45 PM

Video from around the region

‘True miracle’ - Horses rescued from burning paddocks as Kaikōura fires raged
New Zealand

‘True miracle’ - Horses rescued from burning paddocks as Kaikōura fires raged

Watch
21 Oct 10:38 PM
Fire and Emergency New Zealand update on Kaikōura fires
New Zealand

Fire and Emergency New Zealand update on Kaikōura fires

Watch
21 Oct 09:13 PM
14 structures, including 5 homes, destroyed
Herald NOW

14 structures, including 5 homes, destroyed

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21 Oct 07:12 PM
Kaikōura fires: Claire Sherwood reveals the latest
Herald NOW

Kaikōura fires: Claire Sherwood reveals the latest

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21 Oct 07:01 PM
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‘Massive Mini clear out’: Judge orders man to cease backyard trading
Property

‘Massive Mini clear out’: Judge orders man to cease backyard trading

Council officers photographed nine Minis on and beside the Casebrook property.

28 Oct 04:59 AM
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Inside Mitre 10's big plan to challenge rivals and close an Auckland gap
Property

Inside Mitre 10's big plan to challenge rivals and close an Auckland gap

Five new stores are already opened or planned, but the CEO talks a two-pronged strategy.

27 Oct 09:12 PM
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Pickleball: What is this billion-dollar sport doubling in size every year in NZ?
Lifestyle

Pickleball: What is this billion-dollar sport doubling in size every year in NZ?

Global spending on pickleball gear is forecast to hit $5.4b by 2032.

27 Oct 08:19 PM
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Property Insider: Auckland getting 1734 new student beds in three towers worth $716m
Anne Gibson
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Property Insider: Auckland getting 1734 new student beds in three towers worth $716m

Who’s behind them and why the demand?

27 Oct 04:00 PM
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Minister won’t rule out closing Gloriavale amid 'horrendous' abuse claims
New Zealand

Minister won’t rule out closing Gloriavale amid 'horrendous' abuse claims

Ten ministers sit on a new group overseeing Gloriavale’s future, the Herald can reveal.

27 Oct 04:00 PM
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Phil Gifford: Where does a Grand Slam rate?
Phil Gifford
AnalysisPhil Gifford

Phil Gifford: Where does a Grand Slam rate?

Pulling off a Grand Slam has proven notoriously difficult for the All Blacks.

27 Oct 04:01 AM

More Canterbury news

Jobhunters desperate as 600 people apply for casual mini-putt role
Wellington

Jobhunters desperate as 600 people apply for casual mini-putt role

The business owner was shocked to see hundreds of applications flood in for the job.

28 Oct 05:00 PM
Thunderstorm risk lingers for parts of NZ, but wild weather easing
New Zealand

Thunderstorm risk lingers for parts of NZ, but wild weather easing

The turbulent weather should start to become more settled across New Zealand.

28 Oct 04:00 PM
Murder-accused: 'I didn’t realise I had actually shot him'
New Zealand

Murder-accused: 'I didn’t realise I had actually shot him'

James Arthur Holder told the court the gun fired as he fought David Bridgwater.

28 Oct 07:00 AM
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‘Massive Mini clear out’: Judge orders man to cease backyard trading
Property

‘Massive Mini clear out’: Judge orders man to cease backyard trading

Council officers photographed nine Minis on and beside the Casebrook property.

28 Oct 04:59 AM
Air NZ starts Christchurch–Adelaide service as transtasman competition heats up
Airlines

Air NZ starts Christchurch–Adelaide service as transtasman competition heats up

The new flights follow a surge in spending from Kiwis visiting South Australia.

28 Oct 04:02 AM
Call the pawlice: Cat burglar pinches clothes in Cambridge
New Zealand

Call the pawlice: Cat burglar pinches clothes in Cambridge

Kevin the cat has a weakness for gardening gloves and bathing suits.

28 Oct 04:00 AM
Foodstuffs to trial facial recognition in three Christchurch supermarkets
Christchurch

Foodstuffs to trial facial recognition in three Christchurch supermarkets

The three-store pilot begins in Christchurch from tomorrow.

28 Oct 03:11 AM
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Why Sam Darry had mixed feelings about making ABs Grand Slam squad
All Blacks

Why Sam Darry had mixed feelings about making ABs Grand Slam squad

The lock is set to feature in his first test since last year's win over Japan.

28 Oct 02:52 AM
'I love them to pieces': Keeping the Clydesdale spirit alive
New Zealand

'I love them to pieces': Keeping the Clydesdale spirit alive

With 750 registered, Clydesdales in New Zealand are regarded as an “at-risk” breed.

28 Oct 01:26 AM
Severe wind gusts batter Auckland Harbour Bridge, spring snow dusts Canterbury, NZDF deployed
New Zealand

Severe wind gusts batter Auckland Harbour Bridge, spring snow dusts Canterbury, NZDF deployed

Transpower declared a grid emergency after a lightning strike cut supply.

28 Oct 01:00 AM
New evidence prompts renewed appeal over Ross Appelgren murder case
New Zealand

New evidence prompts renewed appeal over Ross Appelgren murder case

Julie Appelgren has reignited her late husband's long-stalled murder appeal.

28 Oct 12:39 AM
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Watch: Speeding car full of teens crashes into Plimmerton property
Wellington

Watch: Speeding car full of teens crashes into Plimmerton property

The video shows the car losing control and careening into a fence.

28 Oct 12:21 AM
Motorway reopens after multi-vehicle pile-up north of Christchurch
Christchurch

Motorway reopens after multi-vehicle pile-up north of Christchurch

Emergency crews were called to the crash just after 10.40am.

27 Oct 11:28 PM
On The Up: Chosen for 'her smile' - Teen model proves she's got the WOW factor
Talanoa

On The Up: Chosen for 'her smile' - Teen model proves she's got the WOW factor

The 19-year-old made her debut at this year’s World of WearableArt show.

27 Oct 11:00 PM
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