An All Blacks tour of the United States has been suggested as away to promote sports diplomacy in a study released today at the US – NZ Partnership Forum in Christchurch.

The fourth US - NZ Partnership Forum got off to a faltering start in Christchurch this morning minus more of some of its big name players.

Engage your head and your heart, bosses advised.

A 23-year-old student has been in an almost mute, catatonic state since he was found with child abuse images on his computer.

A sprinkler system has saved a Christchurch bedding factory from severe damage after a chemical explosion overnight.

Jill Worrall revisits a childhood haunt that has also inspired authors and film makers.

Cantabrians forced out of their earthquake-damaged homes are set to get financial assistance and help finding accommodation from the Govt.

Most people are in for a great summer weekend with high air pressure over the North Island and an advancing front in the South Island.

Fifteen people in the Auckland region are now confirmed to have measles since an Emirates flight arrived in Auckland from Brisbane in mid-January.

The loss of Ashburton's historic Canterbury Flour Mill to fire this morning was a major blow to the regions's heritage, says the New Zealand Historic Places Trust (NZHPT).

Middle distance legend Sir John Walker will become the first New Zealander to present an Olympic medal on home soil next week.

An 18-year-old student says he was distracted and agitated by his passengers when he crashed, killing one of them.

Trail bikes are 10 a penny. But what you need for the Yamaha-sponsored three-day South Island Safari is a dual-purpose bike; a road-registered off-roader with indicators and a headlight.

A 23-year-old says he had no intention of injuring a police officer who tried to stop him driving off in a patrol car after being processed for drink-driving at a checkpoint. A court has heard had earlier admitted the charge