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Home / Canterbury

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Phil Gifford: How the Crusaders built a fortress at a home they never wanted
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Phil Gifford: How the Crusaders built a fortress at a home they never wanted

The Hurricanes top the table despite being the only side to play six games.

05 Apr 06:01 PM
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Church's brass eagle 'intentionally' damaged on Easter weekend, a month after similar theft

St Peter's on Willis said the would-be thief was still welcome at the church.

05 Apr 05:00 PM
Wellington Phoenix

Phoenix snap Victory hoodoo to close in on A-League playoffs

Sander Kartum's late strike saw the Phoenix claim their third straight win.

05 Apr 08:46 AM

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How to plan your next adventure: Lie-flat seats, cave runs and Matariki by rail
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How to plan your next adventure: Lie-flat seats, cave runs and Matariki by rail

Run underground, fly better and discover new ways to travel this year.

04 Apr 06:00 PM
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Gregor Paul: Captaincy call – what Rennie's decision on Savea and Barrett means for ABs future
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Gregor Paul: Captaincy call – what Rennie's decision on Savea and Barrett means for ABs future

OPINION: Scott Barrett is likely to shift to a bruising breakdown role under Dave Rennie.

04 Apr 05:01 PM
Easter weather forecast: Watch lifted on parts of Canterbury; Westland still under orange watch
New Zealand

Easter weather forecast: Watch lifted on parts of Canterbury; Westland still under orange watch

04 Apr 08:37 AM
Milestone man gets four tries as Crusaders thrash Fijian Drua
Super Rugby

Milestone man gets four tries as Crusaders thrash Fijian Drua

03 Apr 08:17 AM
Is fuel support going to the right places?
New Zealand

Is fuel support going to the right places?

03 Apr 02:34 AM
'A mixed bag': Heavy rain set to lash parts of NZ while others chase Easter weekend sunshine
New Zealand

'A mixed bag': Heavy rain set to lash parts of NZ while others chase Easter weekend sunshine

02 Apr 09:11 PM
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Goodbye, Addington: The best and worst moments of the post-quake scaffolding stadium
Christchurch

Goodbye, Addington: The best and worst moments of the post-quake scaffolding stadium

The site has hosted everything from All Blacks epics to Bruce Springsteen.

02 Apr 08:00 PM
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High-country station famed for Hollywood backdrops shifts from farming to films, tourism
New Zealand

High-country station famed for Hollywood backdrops shifts from farming to films, tourism

The previous owner is disappointed at its move away from being a working station.

02 Apr 07:09 PM
Māori All Black Shane Christie died with brain disease linked to head knocks
New Zealand

Māori All Black Shane Christie died with brain disease linked to head knocks

He would be relieved to know he had CTE and wasn't just going crazy - sister.

02 Apr 04:00 AM
All Black great helps AFL side turn set-shot weakness into kicking strength
All Blacks

All Black great helps AFL side turn set-shot weakness into kicking strength

Dan Carter shared rituals like 'screwing his toes into the turf' before kicks.

02 Apr 03:00 AM
Ex NRL star to debut, Crusaders farewell temporary home: All you need to know about Super Rugby round eight
Super Rugby

Ex NRL star to debut, Crusaders farewell temporary home: All you need to know about Super Rugby round eight

Everything you need to know for the weekend's action, with just three games being played.

01 Apr 08:30 PM
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US firm wins consent for $650m takeover of Wellington parts trader
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US firm wins consent for $650m takeover of Wellington parts trader

Americans spotted growth in the Kiwi car parts trading business founded in 2004.

01 Apr 08:26 PM
‘Difference between life and death’: Waikato mum faces 9‑month transplant wait
New Zealand

‘Difference between life and death’: Waikato mum faces 9‑month transplant wait

She was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia just hours after a GP visit.

01 Apr 05:00 PM
Good Friday drinks rules could change this week as MPs vote on alcohol bill
Politics

Good Friday drinks rules could change this week as MPs vote on alcohol bill

Kieran McAnulty’s bill could be law by Thursday, in time for Good Friday.

01 Apr 07:26 AM
Facebook car scammer used stolen vehicles to lead police on high-speed chases
New Zealand

Facebook car scammer used stolen vehicles to lead police on high-speed chases

Rohinel Prasad used fake bank transfers to trick people into handing over their vehicles.

01 Apr 05:00 AM
Heading away for Easter? What to expect with fuel prices, traffic, road closures
New Zealand

Heading away for Easter? What to expect with fuel prices, traffic, road closures

Kiwis have been advised to stay cautious and plan ahead for the Easter long weekend.

01 Apr 03:00 AM
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Auckland leading housing recovery in latest building consents
Property

Auckland leading housing recovery in latest building consents

Where are some of Auckland's biggest projects? Two lists here show a huge intensity push.

31 Mar 11:13 PM

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Christchurch's new stadium sparks safety concerns | Ryan Bridge TODAY

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31 Mar 07:13 PM
Rising bowel cancer rate drives expansion at Canterbury charity hospital | Ryan Bridge TODAY
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Rising bowel cancer rate drives expansion at Canterbury charity hospital | Ryan Bridge TODAY

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29 Mar 07:49 PM
Dan Carter kicks first goal at One NZ stadium
Christchurch

Dan Carter kicks first goal at One NZ stadium

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26 Mar 10:34 PM
Water erupts from ground in Christchurch, narrowly missing power pole
Christchurch

Water erupts from ground in Christchurch, narrowly missing power pole

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26 Mar 07:29 PM
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Phil Gifford: How the Crusaders built a fortress at a home they never wanted
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Phil Gifford: How the Crusaders built a fortress at a home they never wanted

The Hurricanes top the table despite being the only side to play six games.

05 Apr 06:01 PM
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Gregor Paul: Captaincy call – what Rennie's decision on Savea and Barrett means for ABs future
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Gregor Paul: Captaincy call – what Rennie's decision on Savea and Barrett means for ABs future

OPINION: Scott Barrett is likely to shift to a bruising breakdown role under Dave Rennie.

04 Apr 05:01 PM
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Goodbye, Addington: The best and worst moments of the post-quake scaffolding stadium
Christchurch

Goodbye, Addington: The best and worst moments of the post-quake scaffolding stadium

The site has hosted everything from All Blacks epics to Bruce Springsteen.

02 Apr 08:00 PM
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High-country station famed for Hollywood backdrops shifts from farming to films, tourism
New Zealand

High-country station famed for Hollywood backdrops shifts from farming to films, tourism

The previous owner is disappointed at its move away from being a working station.

02 Apr 07:09 PM
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US firm wins consent for $650m takeover of Wellington parts trader
Property

US firm wins consent for $650m takeover of Wellington parts trader

Americans spotted growth in the Kiwi car parts trading business founded in 2004.

01 Apr 08:26 PM
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Auckland leading housing recovery in latest building consents
Property

Auckland leading housing recovery in latest building consents

Where are some of Auckland's biggest projects? Two lists here show a huge intensity push.

31 Mar 11:13 PM

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Restrictions on Good Friday, Easter Sunday alcohol sales could be gone by weekend
New Zealand

Restrictions on Good Friday, Easter Sunday alcohol sales could be gone by weekend

The change would only apply to on-licence venues already open on those days.

31 Mar 10:15 PM
Christchurch's new stadium sparks safety concerns | Ryan Bridge TODAY
Ryan Bridge TODAY

Christchurch's new stadium sparks safety concerns | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Newstalk ZB South Island news director Claire Sherwood reveals the latest from the south. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

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31 Mar 07:13 PM
How Christchurch’s new stadium could help change attitudes to family violence
New Zealand

How Christchurch’s new stadium could help change attitudes to family violence

Harm can increase around large gatherings like festivals and major sports games.

31 Mar 06:37 PM
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How close Ardie Savea came to quitting the All Blacks
All Blacks

How close Ardie Savea came to quitting the All Blacks

Ardie Savea asked to quit his NZR deal, saying he needed a break from the game.

31 Mar 04:01 PM
Easter trading rules: What you need to know
Business

Easter trading rules: What you need to know

The places that are open, those that aren't and the areas with a special exemption.

31 Mar 04:00 PM
Driver allegedly flees police in stolen car and crashes, hides in stream before arrest
Crime

Driver allegedly flees police in stolen car and crashes, hides in stream before arrest

The 43-year-old man is due to appear in Christchurch District Court on April 1.

31 Mar 03:04 AM
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Paul Lewis: The loose forward who reveals depth in All Blacks stock
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Paul Lewis: The loose forward who reveals depth in All Blacks stock

Ardie Savea is the front runner as No 7 for the All Blacks.

31 Mar 02:01 AM
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'Penk panther': Minister to fight boxing bout to support 'local legend'
New Zealand

'Penk panther': Minister to fight boxing bout to support 'local legend'

Chris Penk will fight at The Original Kaipara Tavern on April 4.

31 Mar 12:41 AM
New study to examine inhalation risk of asbestos found in kids' play sand
New Zealand

New study to examine inhalation risk of asbestos found in kids' play sand

The study follows the discovery of tremolite asbestos in coloured play sand last year.

30 Mar 11:29 PM
Molly the border collie found alive a week after 55m West Coast waterfall tumble
New Zealand

Molly the border collie found alive a week after 55m West Coast waterfall tumble

A chopper crew with heat detection equipment spotted her where she had fallen.

30 Mar 11:03 PM
Uber driver admits harassment of passenger but denies sex and kidnapping charges
New Zealand

Uber driver admits harassment of passenger but denies sex and kidnapping charges

He has pleaded guilty to criminal harassment and harmful digital posts.

30 Mar 09:33 PM
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Christchurch firm probed over suspected pyramid scheme promising fast wealth
New Zealand

Christchurch firm probed over suspected pyramid scheme promising fast wealth

SFCVIBE Rating markets itself as an internet advertising service.

30 Mar 09:08 PM
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Cameron Bagrie: Why Auckland is underperforming despite its scale
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Cameron Bagrie: Why Auckland is underperforming despite its scale

Auckland generates 38% of NZ’s GDP despite having only a third of the population.

30 Mar 08:00 PM
'Real risk': Greens push for inquiry after Heinz Wattie’s and McCain shut plants
New Zealand

'Real risk': Greens push for inquiry after Heinz Wattie’s and McCain shut plants

'There is little public information about what led to these factories closing.'

30 Mar 07:30 PM
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