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Watch: Two people, two dogs winched to safety as river swells
The people are reportedly in the Pinchgut Track area near the Okuku Range.
Disgraced lawyer launches bid to return to law
Disgraced lawyer Davina Murray has launched a bid to get her legal career back.
Lifetime animal ban imposed for former GP after 100 stock left to starve or die on her farm
Declining mental health meant managing a farm was "overwhelming and debilitating".
Assaults on Corrections staff up 156%, 6000 workdays lost due to injury
More than 6200 workdays were lost in the last year as staff recovered from their injuries.
The next Rotorua? Govt likely to pass Ngāi Tahu bill
The Government looks set to pass a bill giving Ngāi Tahu rights to appoint councillors.
'I'm not backing down from that rubbish': Church leader accused of hate speech and exploitation
Pastor Murray Watkinson hit out at the controversy.
Crash victim's boyfriend avoids conviction for assaulting police officers
Grieving man later lashed out at police.
New national security agency still not set up 18 months after recommendation
The government says "it is too early" to set the agency up.
Man charged over theft of carving from Canterbury pā
The carving has cultural and historical significance.
Hamish Clark: 'Don't drop the ball now' - the new stadium must go ahead despite increased costs
OPINION: Now is the time for city leaders to be brave, step up and be decisive.
Man who drove into power pole to kill pregnant partner jailed
Speeding at 137km/h just before crash, Phillip Williams told woman: 'You're over b****'.
Hit and run murder: Jail for at least 11 years after mowing man down
Driver lost it after alleged threat to kids.
Covid 19: Hospital defers surgery as occupancy tops 112%
Situation made worse by high levels of staff sickness.
Properties evacuated after possible explosives found in Ashburton
Police are advising members of the public to avoid the area.
Juliet Arnott finding her feet after mental health struggles
The capable craftsperson and occupational therapist was herself broken.
Live: 5836 cases today, five virus-related deaths, 403 people in hospital
Ten patients are in intensive care today.
Study brings new questions about freshwater impact of NZ dairy farming
One litre of dairy milk produced in Canterbury needs up to 11,000 litres of water.
Farmers reflect on Canterbury flood, one year on
Farms have recovered well and in some cases, pastures are better than before.
Crusaders beat Reds to seal quarter-final against Reds
Let's hope the second edition produces a more compelling contest.
'Hush money': Residents affected by wastewater plant smell say $200 won't help
The council approved a one-off $200 cash payment for about 3300 homes yesterday.
Secret cameras: Residents help police catch street racers doing burnouts
It comes as boy racer activity continues to be a problem in Canterbury.
'A true hero': Banks Peninsula farmer awarded for help after flood
North Canterbury Federated Farmers gave George Masefield an Outstanding Service Award.
Open call for young Kiwi explorers to ski to South Pole
NZAHT is looking for young Kiwi and Norwegian explorers to follow in Amundsen's tracks.
Mad Dog: 10 heart attacks not slowing down Robin Judkins
Coast to Coast founder speaks about running events, health scares and writing.
Dugald Thomas bids farewell to Canterbury A&P showgrounds
Canterbury Ag Park was a barren, windy dust-bowl when Dugald Thomas first set foot on it.
Head Hunters MC 'standover': Man hospitalised after alleged drug debt recovery
Three men in court after yesterday's incident.
Sir Richard Hadlee opens new sports centre: 'It's my legacy to cricket'
Hagley Oval is now NZ's premier cricket ground, game's great says.
Mosque attacks: Police staff including first on scene recognised
Police efforts continued for months after the terror attacks.
Brrrr: Sub-zero temperatures across the country as winter looms
The coldest temperature of the year has reportedly been recorded this morning.
Taxi driver has gun pointed at head: 'I will shoot you!'
Driver manages to escape before police arrest two people 85km away.
Mosque terror attacks: Responders to be recognised with awards
Fifty-nine awards to be presented tomorrow - and 3800 citations over next few months.
Māori rock art: A little known national taonga
There are an astounding 761 rock art sites in the South Island.
Judge tells drug dealer to hand over $244,000
Operation busted after Christmas Day family harm callout.