BusinessWhy university boss went undercoverThe newly appointed vice-chancellor at Canterbury's Lincoln University says he wanted to find out more about the tertiary institution before he took on the job.06 Feb 04:30 PM
New Zealand'The room just got engulfed in smoke'A fire which ripped through a property in Canterbury could have led to more tragic consequences had those inside not woken up to the sound of windows smashing.10 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandLight plane crash in CanterburyA light plane crashed near Sheffield in Canterbury after the pilot misjudged the landing.24 Dec 04:37 AM
New ZealandChildren crawl out as dad dies in crashTwo seriously injured young children crawled to safety as their father lay dead in their car after a crash on Ashburton Gorge Rd last night.23 Dec 11:52 PM
New ZealandQuick thinking helps save teacherA South Canterbury deputy principal who suffered a suspected heart attack at school remains in hospital and is breathing on her own, after she was revived by quick thinking colleagues.10 Nov 04:34 AM
New ZealandAlleged rape victim 'trusted those guys'A Canterbury schoolgirl who says she was raped and violated by five men in sand dunes after a beach bonfire, a court heard today.09 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandStaff help teacher after cardiac arrestStaff at a school in Canterbury used the school's defibrillator to help one of their colleagues who collapsed this morning.09 Nov 03:11 AM
New ZealandThe N-word Kiwi place namesLANGUAGE WARNING: Three offensive place names could be taken off maps if the public backs a proposal.22 Oct 10:27 PM
New ZealandFirearms stolen from propertiesPolice are on the hunt for burglars who nicked firearms from South Canterbury properties and hold concerns for the safety of anyone who uses a defective gun among the loot.14 Oct 11:48 PM
New ZealandPolice investigate river contaminationOfficers are looking into how prills of DDT and arsenic came to be in a Canterbury river.14 Oct 10:59 PM
New ZealandMan dies after being hit by trainPolice are conducting a scene examination after a man was hit by a train and killed in Canterbury.14 Oct 05:15 PM
New ZealandBurglaries rise as weather heats upCantabrians making the most of the warmer temperatures are being reminded to keep their houses securely locked up.11 Oct 08:15 PM
BusinessChristchurch breakfast off at a gallopNew Zealand Cup and Show week was previewed in Christchurch yesterday with a business breakfast to celebrate the annual event's influence in the region.07 Oct 04:00 PM
TravelFive scenic spots in the Mackenzie CountryThe Mackenzie Country is full of photo opportunities. Megan Singleton finds five of the most scenic.07 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandRecord temperatures for CanterburySouth Islanders can be forgiven for thinking they're already in the middle of summer.06 Oct 07:20 PM
New ZealandStill no clues as search for Canterbury man continuesAn extensive search of difficult terrain has failed to throw up any clues to the whereabouts of a missing Canterbury man.05 Oct 01:40 AM
New ZealandWeather causes havoc for crews battling blazeA blaze the size of three rugby fields was battled by 18 crews last night at the edge of the Ashly Forest in Canterbury.04 Oct 04:51 PM
New ZealandPolice concerned for missing 74-year-oldThey are urging anyone who has seen or heard from Raymond Finnie since September 25 to get in touch.02 Oct 03:18 AM
New ZealandCall for photos to help preserve Canterbury's heritageCantabrians are being asked to dust off their family photo albums and donate images to help preserve the region's heritage.30 Sep 06:49 AM
New ZealandMan admits killing family's puppyA Canterbury property developer has today admitted attacking an innocent family out for a riverside stroll and killing their young puppy.29 Sep 02:41 AM
TravelSavour history in hideaway retreat (+recipes)Visit the world's top hideaway in tiny Tai Tapu.26 Sep 11:00 PM
New Zealand'It is an absolutely tragic event'The two young tourists who died after falling into Lake Tekapo yesterday have been named.25 Sep 05:00 PM
TravelKia ora: Hanmer SpringsHanmer Springs offers more than just hot pools, learns Elisabeth Easther.24 Sep 09:30 PM
TravelFive reasons to head to TekapoThe South Island town of Tekapo is bursting with things to do, discovers Megan Singleton.23 Sep 03:00 AM
New ZealandPolice name man killed in crashPolice have named the man who died in a head-on collision on Sunday night near Dunsandel, Canterbury.21 Sep 01:37 AM
New ZealandYoung driver killed in Canterbury crashEmergency services were called out to Dunsandel after two cars crashed head on.20 Sep 07:11 AM
New ZealandInfamous pub crawl behaving so farSo far, so good for the university student pub crawl, but wary police are aware "the day is but young".18 Sep 04:16 AM
New ZealandMan dies in truck crash in CanterburyPolice, fire and ambulance services were called to Maronan Road, near the Hinds River Bridge, shortly after 4.30pm after reports of a truck going over the bank.08 Sep 06:39 AM
New ZealandFarmer dies after falling off barn roofThe family of a man who died after falling from a barn roof in Canterbury are being supported by family, friends and neighbours.07 Sep 12:16 AM
New ZealandPolice investigating babies' deathsPolice investigating unexplained deaths of Canterbury woman's two babies, looking into a form of child abuse involving the exaggeration or fabrication of illnesses.04 Sep 09:03 AM
New ZealandMan found dead in caravan in CanterburyPolice said emergency services were called to an address in Waipopo Rd in Temuka, north of Timaru, about 2pm.20 Aug 07:55 AM
New ZealandLucky escape: River crossing goes wrongSix passengers managed to escape a sinking ute as their attempt to cross a South Island river became stuck in the mud.17 Aug 10:35 PM
New ZealandThree treated after inhaling sulfuric acid vapourEmergency services were called to the University of Canterbury's science centre about 1.30pm, following reports of a sulfuric acid vapour spill.17 Aug 08:02 AM
