KahuHow stolen pounamu's return paved way for historic public saleAuthentic Tahutahi pounamu available only at Westland Greenstone, Hokitika.17 Dec 05:43 PM
PremiumPremiumAthleticsSouth Island sport's winners (and losers) for 2024Olympic champ Ellesse Andrews and the St Thomas of Canterbury College First XIII feature.17 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice call for information over ‘suspicious’ fire at popular Christchurch beachThe fire in Taylors Mistake put nearby campers at risk. 17 Dec 03:41 AM
New ZealandCouncillors face abuse over Israel settlement boycott decisionMayor Nick Smith condemned the ‘crude abuse’ and urged respectful community dialogue.17 Dec 02:52 AM
New ZealandVictim of Christchurch house fire namedThe woman was found dead in her Hornby home following the blaze. 17 Dec 12:43 AM
New ZealandProbe into under fire Christchurch wildlife park finds zoo needs 'culture improvement'The investigation was launched following animal welfare concerns. 16 Dec 11:23 PM
New ZealandEx-Gloriavale man found dead in suspected suicide at West Coast hotelPolice say the death is not being treated as suspicious. 16 Dec 07:13 PM
OpinionAnaru Eketone: Equality has been for Pākehā first and foremostCalls for true equality grow as systemic privilege persists in NZ's institutions and culture.16 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandChild rapist wants court order lifted now that she's a womanParsons abducted and raped a 12-year-old before taking her clothes for cross-dressing.16 Dec 05:04 AM
Lifestyle'Exciting new chapter': Richie and Gemma McCaw reveal big move'It’s everything we’ve dreamed of for raising our girls'.16 Dec 02:50 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Government all at sea on faltering ferry spendOPINION: This isn’t doing much for National's attempts to look like better money managers.14 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandTeen who survived shock after climbing power pylon remains in critical conditionA witness said he was amazed the teen survived but did not know why he climbed the pylon.13 Dec 10:35 PM
New ZealandMurder in paradise: Who killed Karen White?She was killed at her Lake Hāwea home on March 8 – but by who? Anna Leask investigates. 13 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCanterbury on fire: Behind the scenes with the volunteer firefightersFirefighters battled wind, heat and exhaustion across Canterbury this week. 13 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Somehow, he’s alive': Christchurch teen seriously shocked after climbing power pylonA witness said the boy climbed the power lines and touched live wires.13 Dec 07:44 AM
New ZealandLake Hāwea neighbour heard screams on day woman found deadKaren Gaylene White died in March. The homicide investigation started in November.13 Dec 01:53 AM
TravelWhy I’ll never visit Queenstown in winter againIs this snowy destination actually better when the sun is shining?12 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandCanterbury fire linked to tyre blowout, crews patrol overnight for flare-upsMultiple crews, tankers, trucks and two helicopters remain at the scene.12 Dec 04:07 AM
PremiumPremiumSportAnatomy of a season: Following in the footsteps of RazorCrusaders coach Rob Penney on a failed first campaign – and why 2025 will be different.12 Dec 01:56 AM
New ZealandChristchurch fatal house fire: Shaken neighbour says victim was in a wheelchairThe blaze destroyed a section of the property, where the woman was found dead.11 Dec 11:52 PM
OpinionBarry SoperBarry Soper: An indefensible ferry plan - Govt is finishing the year derailedOPINION: We’re getting back on track, the PM’s intoned time and time again.11 Dec 08:31 PM
New Zealand'Significant assault': Police reveal more details of Lake Hāwea homicidePolice have returned to the house where they say Karen White was killed on March 8. 11 Dec 07:42 PM
New Zealand‘Family man above all else’: Wife’s tribute to farmer who died after electric shockChris Allen is known for his contributions to environmental work in the farming space. 11 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCanterbury wildfires flare back up, public warned to avoid areasTwo separate wildfires in the region have re-ignited with crews returning to contain them.11 Dec 03:18 AM
New ZealandMarlborough resident dies after falling into coal fireEmergency services were called to the scene around 3.45pm.11 Dec 03:15 AM
New ZealandKing Cobras lose gang pad after 'massive' crayfish theft investigationA Dunedin business reported the theft of 3.75 tonnes of crayfish in October.11 Dec 01:31 AM
New Zealand'I’ve never seen one that big': Judge shocked at cow's untreated cancerJudge criticises owner for not seeking vet help; 'The cow suffered significant pain.'10 Dec 11:05 PM
New ZealandChristchurch dog walker murder: Killer jailed, but avoids life sentenceBailey Messervy has been jailed for life for murdering Nigel Wilson. 10 Dec 11:05 PM
PremiumPremiumCricketIs the Basin Reserve still the home of NZ cricket?Mike Thorpe examines its major contender.10 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentWatch: Christchurch school band goes viral again with hit Coldplay performanceAbout 80 students in the band also performed in the famous cover last year.10 Dec 07:56 AM
New ZealandRespected Canterbury farmer electrocuted in 'freak accident' fixing garage door'He was articulate and passionate... but above all else he was just a lovely man.'10 Dec 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Serious concerns' for Christchurch boy, 12, missing for a monthArana, 12, has been missing since November 11. 10 Dec 12:31 AM
New ZealandCanterbury fire cause found: investigators team up with policeFire investigators probe Bridge Hill fire, now controlled after burning 1000ha.09 Dec 11:38 PM
New Zealand'It’s a tragedy': Respected farmer dies in accident'His contribution was massive outside and beyond the farm gate.'09 Dec 10:46 PM