Latest Canterbury news
Billionaires and man dildos: Ben Elton on the concept of ‘Authentic Stupidity’
Elton makes his long-awaited NZ return in April and May this year.
Rakaia River quad bike death: An ‘absolute tragedy’ that ‘could have been so much worse’
Locals raced to help the stricken quad bikers and one man was swept into the water.
Winning formula: HB family’s unbeaten run in horse racing
The Andersens enjoyed a 100% winning rate this past week.
Woman found dead after quad bike's river crossing ends in tragedy
Police say they were alerted at 1.05pm.
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Government backpedals on some automatic speed reversals, says consultation now possible
'There is local support for the speed limits to stay lower,' says Chris Bishop.
Cat crackdown could be on the way for Mid Canterbury
Ashburton District Council asked to investigate introducing a cat management programme.
‘I am not an oligarch’: Russian millionaire on coming to NZ
Alexandre Germanovich sits down with Kurt Bayer after a decade of being miscast.
‘If you come in, this place will be gone’: Woman held hostage for 15 hours
Phillip Mant was furious with the outcome of an earlier court matter.
Devastated local reflects on 70-year connection to historic hall gutted by fire
Douglas Dance, 84, has been connected to the cinema and hall since he was just 13.
How Savaglee’s performance could redefine his racing career
Savaglee's draw, barrier four, gives him an advantage to stay close to the leaders.
PM says Waitangi Treaty Grounds need not ‘dominate’ national day of celebration
Prime Minister wants Waitangi Day be celebrated across the whole country.
Blues, board games and Find & Go Seek this weekend
A roundup of events happening in Gisborne-Tairāwhiti this weekend, beyond and regularly.
Premium news
Phil Gifford: A match-maker’s dream and rugby’s saddest story
OPINION: The Chiefs will need no reminder how much effort is needed to beat the new Blues.
‘I hate to see old pubs closed down’: The publican with the golden touch
Nick Inkster saves old buildings and turns struggling pubs around.
"I hate to see old pubs closed down" - Inkster on history and hospo
Prolific Christchurch publican Nick Inkster takes The Herald on a tour of his latest project. Video / George Heard
500 schools ranked: NCEA hotspots where top marks meet affordable housing
Discover the schools with the highest academic results and most affordable house prices.
Opinion: Let the guns speak – keeping firearms out of gangs' hands
OPINION: By working together, our communities are safer from gun crime.
Winning formula: HB family’s unbeaten run in horse racing
The Andersens enjoyed a 100% winning rate this past week.
Should you follow the ‘dry-clean only’ label on clothes?
Expert advice on whether you can get away with giving your gear a quick wash instead.
Burling on shared intel between Black Foils and ABs; open to Liam Lawson rematch
The NZ driver on crossover with All Blacks and why he wants a rematch against Liam Lawson.
Luxon: Why I’m not at Waitangi and why Seymour’s bill won’t become law
OPINION: The Treaty Principles Bill will not become law, ensuring ongoing dialogue.
Society Insider: Seymour’s romantic beach proposal; Kiwi running billionaire’s empire
Plus, is NZ rich list heiress Ali Andrews married to her French-US billionaire boyfriend?
‘Alarm bells’: How a free US trip led to NZ man’s $7.18m drug charge
James Moa, 21, was arrested at Sydney Airport with 20kg of cocaine hidden in his suitcase.
‘Never ending nightmare’: Survivor confronts Gloriavale abuser in court
Fervent Ben-Canaan admitted to indecent acts against girls aged 11 and over.
New Road of Regional Significance revealed, to get prioritised upgrades
Chris Bishop has announced Cabinet's decision.
Woman critically injured after assault at Christchurch park, police seek help
The attack was reported this morning in the suburb of Richmond, close to the city centre.
Wrongly fined: Parents stung by camera glitch at kindy drop-off
Up to 40 parents contacted Kindercare about incorrect breach notices.
Waikato town named among 'Most Welcoming Cities on Earth'
The destination received the accolade as part of Booking.com's Traveller Review Awards.
Costco New Zealand boosts revenue to $361 million
After reporting a loss of over $20m last year, Costco has almost fully bounced back.
Richie McCaw helps bring back iconic adventure race
McCaw has played a big part in the return of one of New Zealand’s iconic adventure events.
Luxon hits out at banks' ‘political posturing’, discusses tax cuts
He rejected claims the Govt might pull out of the Paris Agreement.
Inside the mission to free a Kiwi pilot kidnapped by armed rebels
Newly-released papers show how negotiations helped free pilot after 594 days of captivity.
The Canterbury council paying influencers to boost tourism
Ratepayer-funded influencers are paying off in Canterbury, local tourism operators say.