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Vampire jet fighter takes up residence in Mandeville
Top gun fighter jet gifted to Southland aviation centre.
'Red flags': Pensioner loses fortune, suffers heart attack after bank accounts hacked
Thieves used the bank's secure messaging function to change victim's cell phone number.
NZ King Salmon sinks to $24.5m loss as warmer weather kills fish, reduces biomass
Fish death disaster as warm weather damages NZ King Salmon's fortunes, reduces biomass.
Four-wheel-drive bursts into flames and rolls at Remarkables ski field
Emergency services are responding to a 4WD that caught fire and rolled down a hill.
Rain alert: Sub-tropical low to drench north, snow for South Island
Some southern centres will see temperatures drop to freezing level.
11 Tribesmen members involved in a 'mass brawl' outside court sentenced
Blood was left splattered on the footpath outside the court precinct.
From Twickenham to the NPC: Willi Heinz is defying Father Time
He's starring in the NPC again after helping England beat the All Blacks at a World Cup.
John MacDonald: The Mauger and Meates' rates debate
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National MP Gerry Brownlee in Wellington car crash
National MP Gerry Brownlee says he is not quite sure how the crash happened.
Alleged hit-and-run: Cyclist dies in hospital two weeks later
Police say more charges are likely.
'Always a leader': Haka performed for Sir Tim at last council meeting of his term
He proposed a succession plan for the mayoral robe he has worn for more than 26 years.
'Obsessed with hunting': Repeat offender jailed on 14 charges
A Hindon man was 'obsessed with hunting' and appeared to enjoy breaking the law.
Man jailed for manslaughter after King Cobras gang member shot dead on rural Canterbury road
Daniel French has been jailed for the manslaugher of King Cobras gang member Luke Sears.
Simple solution to ram-raids, West Coast style
Giant schist rocks offer security with an authentic West Coast look.
Man with 11,000-plus child sex abuse files jailed
The man maintains that the accumulation of the files had been inadvertent.
Bilingual road sign proposal sparks 'unfortunate' race comments online
The issue arose last week at a meeting of the West Coast Regional Transport Committee.
Ashburton College principal dismisses resignation calls over claims of bullying by students
Ashburton's only high school is in damage control mode.
Mayoral hopefuls face off in Christchurch: Objectives and aims outlined
Mayoral hopefuls face off at live debate in Christchurch
Roading contractors issued a 'please explain' by council
Roading contractors told they must do better.
For sale: 73-bedroom Christchurch property that earns $700,000 a year
Large privately-owned social housing complex on the market.
Christchurch mayoral debate - Mauger vs Meates in battle for votes
David Meates and Phil Mauger will each make their case for why they should get the job.
Opinion: Are 30km/h speed limits the best you can do, Waka Kotahi?
OPINION: Sights set on major Christchurch roads including Riccarton and Papanui Rds.
Man allegedly threatened to kill strip club worker
The man has been arrested on charges of threatening to kill and is due to appear in court.
New look cricket pavilion opened at Elmwood Park
Old Boys Collegians is the South Island's largest cricket club.
One dead and another injured in crash on State Highway 1 north of Kaikōura
The accident happened at 6am.
Guest's shock discovery at Queenstown 'room with a view'
The guest discovered her room's 'lake view' was not what it seemed.
Wires, charging devices cause of restaurant fire
The restaurant was a popular venue with students.
Police informed after councillor confronts woman, shares home address details
Police said they had received a complaint on Saturday.
Quake damaged 'cone' house leaps almost $1m in price after award-winning reno
Do prizes and awards bring in the dollars for Christchurch homes?
Hit-and-run victim able to move hands and toes
Ryan Phillips was walking home from a work party when he was struck by a vehicle.
Hundreds report feeling 4.7 magnitude quake northeast of Greymouth
A 4.7 magnitude earthquake has hit the West Coast region overnight.
Christchurch mayoral candidates to face off in live debate tonight at 5.30pm
David Meates and Phil Mauger will each make their case for why they should get the job.
Tim Shadbolt admits he might lose, but is fighting on
The mayor of Invercargill says not every person has the bravery to swim against the tide.