Man accused of murdering Dunedin father in hit and run named
The man has pleaded not guilty to the charge.
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'I'm in big, big trouble': Builder allegedly kidnapped, threatened after botched job
Court told builder was lured to a house and threatened with hedge trimmers.
Tears of frustration after fruit trees stolen
Thieves cleaned out the remaining trees at the weekend.
Over 150 reports of stolen cars in one week in Christchurch
Police chief warns the public to be "extra vigilant" about securing their cars
Police dive squad to search waterways in Anaru Moana murder investigation
People with information are urged to contact the police.
Quaint cottage built by inventor of Sure to Rise baking powder for sale
Chance to own piece of Kiwi history.
Highly charged issue: Should BnB guests pay to top up EVs?
With 46000 EVs about to hit the road this summer, who should be paying for their fuel?
Road reopening after three-car crash in Southland kills one person
A person is dead after a three-vehicle crash near Winton, in Southland, this afternoon.
Christchurch shipping container site sparks more concerns
Locals report non-compliance with noise and height restrictions.
John MacDonald: Election bribe disguised as a rescue package
OPINION: If you have teenagers you won't feel the love for the Government.
Covid-19: 20,802 new cases and 41 deaths in past 7 days
An expert says NZ may be at or nearing the peak of this wave - but much remains unclear.
Alleged fatal hit-and-run driver charged with perverting course of justice
The driver is charged with dangerous driving causing the death of a cyclist.
NZ Cup and Show Week: Last tickets up for grabs for NZ Cup Day at Addington
Twenty-thousand people are expected at Cup Day at Addington Raceway.
Stolen fossil recovered after search warrant at West Coast property
It's not clear at this stage whether the fossil's removal was illegal.
Otago Harbour heating up, study shows
The number of days with marine heatwave conditions haa grown from 19 to 40.
Teen escapes abductor at Guy Fawkes event, police making inquiries
More parents say their children faced similar incidents around the area.
Police warning sounded for criminals
”We rely on the public to help stamp out this offending in our community.”
Ute driver crossed centre line in fatal crash - police
The driver of the ute died at the scene and the serious crash unit is investigating.
Six young people arrested after Christchurch city attack
The victim suffered minor injuries.
One dead, SH1 near Milburn closed following serious crash
Motorists are encouraged to delay travel or take alternative routes where possible.
Chch students talk of attack injuries, 14yo traumatised by mall chase
Two more parens have recounted stories of student assaults in Christchurch.
Former America’s Cup yacht NZL14 to be scrapped
NZL14 was part of the NZ Challenge in 1992 skippered by Sir Russell Coutts.
Church appoints KC to investigate paedophile ring
The church is horrified by allegations of historic sexual abuse, a church official says.
Iconic Christchurch house with its own private island snapped up
Vendors had three offers to choose from.
Police name man who died after Christchurch CBD assault
Emergency services were called to the incident on Cashel St just after 6pm on October 18
‘Covid was a walk in the park compared to this': Hospo staff shortages continue to bite
As staff shortages continue to bite, one operator's about to take more drastic action.
John MacDonald: Guarded approach to security needs to change
OPINION: Turns out security guards have no more powers than you and me.
Dunedin cocaine plot accused in court
Man charged with conspiring to import 91kg of drugs on a container ship denies allegation.
Cop accused of theft named, stood down from force
A police officer faces 14 charges including theft while at work.
Beach blaze: Mop-up after fireworks started massive beach blaze to take days
Fire that threatened beach community reignites calls to ban fireworks.
Final broadcast for iconic Greymouth building
Diggers ripped open the old two-storey building.
‘Bloody panic’: Westport fed up with enduring threat
Cabinet has still not seen the business case for a $56 million flood protection scheme.
Thieves ignore computers, TVs but steal fireworks - police don't investigate
Thieves stole fireworks but left nearby TVs and computers untouched.