Latest Canterbury news
'Coward' father who killed son, 6, in fiery crash freed from prison
Niklas Gebhardt was jailed in 2022 after being convicted of manslaughter.
Jailed rapist takes his sexsomnia defence to the Supreme Court
Damin Cook claimed he was asleep when he raped a woman at a party.
One dead, another seriously injured in Canterbury crash
A single car rolled over on Lake Sumner Rd.
Man in coma after crash at Christchurch speedway event
A man is in an induced coma after a crash in Christchurch last night.
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A dozen Lotto players win over $20k each – where the lucky tickets were sold
First Division Powerball was not struck and will roll over to $5 million on Wednesday.
Gregor Paul: Blues struggle to transition from champions to dynasty
OPINION: The southerners found their rhythm just as the Aucklanders slumped.
Meet the Taylor Swift tribute act coming to NZ: ‘90% of the time it’s great’
If you couldn't make it to the Eras Tour, Shannon Beresford might be the next best thing.
Kiwi Beatles fan to part with menu signed by the fab four
Aucklander Chris Watson is parting with a menu he asked The Beatles to sign in 1964.
'Chance to share our space': Farm lake brings community together
Oxford farmer Geoff Sparks says, 'I don’t believe in the rural-urban divide.'
'Beautiful ride': Val Di Zoldo shines in Gr.2 Travis Stakes win
Val Di Zoldo won the Gr.2 Travis Stakes at Te Rapa, earning redemption.
Are tourists spoiling this iconic Kiwi landscape, or are angry locals the 'fun police'?
Shellie Evans was shocked by what she found at the tourism hotspot.
'Feels like he belongs': Could this ex-Wallabies star switch allegiance to the All Blacks?
The 34-year-old could represent New Zealand from mid-2026.
Premium news
New Tourism Minister on more international visitors - and who pays for infrastructure
Upston has announced $60m in tourism initiatives, but none are additional investments.
Phil Gifford: How Super Rugby 2025 is captivating fans again
OPINION: Super Rugby Pacific has been highly entertaining in 2025, with unexpected upsets.
The NZ schools that produced the highest-achieving Cambridge exam students
And hear from of our top scholars that ranked the best in the world.
Gregor Paul: Blues struggle to transition from champions to dynasty
OPINION: The southerners found their rhythm just as the Aucklanders slumped.
Kiwi Beatles fan to part with menu signed by the fab four
Aucklander Chris Watson is parting with a menu he asked The Beatles to sign in 1964.
'It's utterly insane': Kiwi comic Sam Wills on life in Las Vegas as Tape Face turns 20
'Those oven gloves are my Stairway to Heaven. I’ll never get rid of the damned things.'
'It's utterly insane': Kiwi comic Sam Wills on life in Las Vegas as Tape Face turns 20
'Those oven gloves are my Stairway to Heaven. I’ll never get rid of the damned things.'
'We will not tolerate abuse': Head of Two by Twos church responds to sex abuse claims
Sect head overseer Wayne Dean says he has not been contacted the FBI or police.
'We might surprise': Crocetti tipped to outperform odds in Perth
Craig Williams believes Crocetti's odds are undervalued for the A$5m Quokka.
Scholarship winner to get scientific with farming
'This scholarship will allow me to focus even more on my academic and career goals.'
Warriors hammer Knights to end decade-long Anzac Day hurt
Andrew Webster's side continue to create their own history in 2025.
Recap: Warriors storm to convincing win over Knights in Christchurch
Relive the action as Andrew Webster's side made it back-to-back victories.
Inmate stabbed 40 times in prison exercise yard attack by Mongrel Mob quartet
One attacker was already serving time for the robbery and killing of a cancer patient.
'Horrific and life-changing injuries': Man in coma after 'freak' balcony accident
The glass balustrade the man was leaning on 'gave out', causing him to fall.
'Serious': Paraglider 'unresponsive' after landing in sea off Christchurch coast
Police received the emergency call at 11.50am today.
On The Up: How Olympic gold changed Hamish Kerr's life
Kerr's victory resonated in a special way with Kiwis; an undoubted Olympics highlight.
Kiwi influencer dies at 21 after documenting cancer battle
'My life may be short, but I genuinely think I’ve squeezed every bit out of it.'
Watch: Thousands gather for Anzac Day Commemorations around NZ
The national day of remembrance for fallen servicemen and women begins with dawn services.
Matthew Hooton: Why we should introduce universal military service
OPINION: Call for universal military service amid rising defence costs.
What does NZ Cricket’s American investment mean for Black Caps' test future?
The partnership aims to retain talent and expand NZC’s global brand and revenue streams.
‘My Davey will come home’: The ‘dead’ WWII soldier who lived
David Dawson's name is on two war memorials. But he didn't die a soldier.
