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Former Mongrel Mob leader’s body found in burned-out car
Chad Puru, 55, was found dead in North Canterbury on Tuesday.
Multiple airsoft gun incidents in Christchurch as cars, pedestrians shot at
The spate of shootings was in the city's northwest.
Arrest over alleged attack on Dunedin handcyclist by e-bike rider
Woman riding handcycle kicked by e-bike rider on Dunedin cycle path.
How speed limit reviews could affect your holiday journey
The Herald analyses the impact speed limit changes could have on journey times.
Man found dead in North Canterbury named
Chad Puru, 55, was found dead on Tuesday morning.
Festival still going ahead despite weather risks
Nelson is among New Zealand cities currently under wet weather warning.
The Canterbury farming town where police continue to investigate a discovered body
At this stage, the person's cause of death is being treated as unexplained.
Best Beach 2023: Six60 star’s surprising pick for NZ’s top beach
Chris Mac thinks the choice for NZ's best beach is an easy one... do you agree?
Revealed: How lower speed limits will affect long-distance travel times
Lower speed limits could slow productivity too, so where should safety balance lie?
NYE fireworks blaze: People seen leaving US billionaire’s property in black Range Rover
Locals outraged over lack of apology for fire and question permission given for fireworks
Private School Rich List: The wealthiest institutions for Kiwi kids
Which private school has 63 times more capital behind each student than the public system.
Sounds murders: Scott Watson’s dad speaks out on appeal evidence, Paul Henry’s column
Chris Watson hopes Court of Appeal hearing in May will finally clear son's name.
US billionaire’s controversial Arrowtown New Year's fireworks spark large fire
Angry locals had petitioned against tycoon's extravagant pyrotechnics plans.
New Year’s Eve fatal crash: Car rolls in rural Canterbury
Emergency services initially responded to the crash at 7.55pm in Sefton.
Serious injuries suspected in Canterbury crash
Police are responding to a vehicle that rolled in Sefton.
'Deep passion': Antarctic conservationist receives medal for services
Nigel Watson has dedicated over two decades to conservation work in Antarctica.
Nelson man seriously injured after shooting, police open investigation
The man was taken to hospital with what appeared to be gunshot wounds.
Top commercial property sales in 2022 - $1.4 billion of deals
Singaporeans and Australians were involved in some of the biggest deals.
Kids' TV veteran on New Year Honours list
Janine Morrell-Gunn has made children's content for New Zealand screens for over 35 years.
Kitten survives possible hawk attack, what he needs now
He may only weigh a few hundred grams, but little Russell has the heart of a lion.
Search continues for missing fisherman
The alarm was raised early this morning after man failed to return.
Chch building on fire - ‘explosions’ heard, smoke billowing towards city
Fire and Emergency say four firetrucks and an aerial unit are responding to the blaze.
Holiday road toll rises to eight after two fatal crashes
SH63 is now closed near the Spray River Bridge.
Moa bones surface at London auction
The dodo, pre-historic mammoth, and Irish elk also feature in sale.
'I want my dog back': Owners grieve as police shoot pet during manhunt
The dog attacked a police dog and its handler, who later required medical treatment.
Person critical after Christchurch crash
Serious Crash Unit is investigating the crash at Riccarton Rd/Hansons Lane intersection.
'People think he's my dad': Kiwi model defends 35-year age gap romance
She says he intellectually challenges her, he says he loves her "free spirit".
Busy times for Wanaka camping grounds over New Year’s
Up to 1800 people are set to be at Glendhu Bay Motor Camp for New Year’s Eve.
Man killed in Christmas day canoe accident bought the boat as a surprise gift
Veron Chand was with his seven-year-old daughter when the boat capsized.
Lyttelton supermarket owner back behind the checkout after local break-in spree
Police used dogs and road spikes in an attempt to catch the offenders.
Secure parking woes for Christchurch Hospital staff continue
Nurse wants a long-term solution for hospital staff carparks to be prioritised.
Drowned man was a metre from safety
Joshua Paroci drowned in the 'toilet' rapids in Skippers Canyon, Queenstown.
'Get a good wetsuit': Youth says it helped them survive being swept out to sea in a rip
Youth grateful for wetsuit preventing them from drowning on Christmas day.