Helicopters ferrying stranded people across Ashburton River - for a price
Two different companies are transporting people across the river as bridge shut.
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Meat products recalled over fears of listeria
The affected products include sliced roast beef and ham and whole hams.
Empty shelves at supermarkets - Canterbury flooding causing delivery disruptions
South Island shoppers will see gaps on the shelves today.
Canterbury flooding: PM gets aerial tour of soaked region
Bridges washed out, whole farms under water, as sun comes out.
Heartbreak, community spirit as flooding hits homes
Mop-ups under way already but torrential rain continues to fall.
Sheep swept along in flood torrent after rain batters Canterbury
Surging water puts farmers and their animals in danger across Canterbury.
One person dead after tree falls on truck in Canterbury
The road is closed with no diversions in place.
Canterbury flooding - 10 State Highways remain closed
Rain easing but caution required as rivers remain swollen.
5.5 magnitude quake in Fiordland; Ashburton cut off to north; more evacuations in Canterbury
People in parts of Canterbury are being ordered to head to higher ground.
Flooding brings painful memories for farmer who lost 100 cows in 2009
In 2009 Peter Schouten's cows washed away while crossing a bridge for morning milking.
Live: 'Evacuate now' - Flood gate opens on Waimakariri River
Dozens of schools are closed and residents are on standby as heavy rain continues to fall.
Ashburton residents endure sleepless night as river rises
Ashburton is preparing for mass evacuations as the river rises and heavy rain continues.
Watch: Dramatic chopper rescue as farmer lifted to safety
The helicopter lands amid the raging floodwaters to rescue a lone figure trapped below.
'Evacuate now': Residents told to leave as river rises
Civil Defence is going door-to-door requesting Selwyn Hut residents to "evacuate now".
Explained: The science of the storm causing havoc in Canterbury
Forecaster says an "atmospheric traffic jam" is helping drive wild weather in Canterbury.
Code red: Canterbury flooding causes road closures, high tide fears
Heathcote River in Chch has broken its banks and next high tide will bring new flooding.
Live weather: Timaru, Ashburton State of Emergency, Selwyn Huts evacuated
Floodwaters in Canterbury have exceeded warnings "by a huge magnitude", Fed Farmers says.
Death threats: Man arrested over messages to National MP
A man has been arrested over alleged threats to MP Simeon Brown.
Wild weather: Civil Defence on standby amid Canterbury flood warnings
Emergency services are warning people to be prepared for flooding in some areas.
'Significant event': Parts of NZ bracing for major deluge, severe winds
The red warning notice is only issued for significant weather events.
'Amateur hour': NZ's Covid travel protocols not tough enough - traveller
The woman flew to Melbourne from Christchurch for a three-day visit to see her dog.
Wet wet wet: Rain expected for most of the country
It will be wet in most places, but Canterbury can expect the biggest rainfall in 10 years.
One person dead in crash between car and truck in Christchurch
Emergency services were called to the crash in Bexley at about 11am on Friday.
Meat venture keeps sisters connected to the family farm
Sophie and Lucy Macdonald are marketing and selling the family farm's merino lamb.
Who lit the match? Waiau Lodge Hotel owner wants answers
Police are now treating the fire as suspicious.
Christchurch Foundation reduces reliance on ratepayer money
Running the foundation is estimated to cost $678,000 this year.
Driver admits killing girlfriend in off-roading crash
Passenger Olivia Brown, who died in the crash, was told not to wear a seatbelt.
Deadly fungus myrtle rust found in Christchurch
Myrtle rust infects many of New Zealand's native plants and bad infections can be deadly.
Pregnant woman flown to Dunedin from Christchurch because of full NICU
One night this month, there were 54 babies in the NICU unit.
Tougher penalties possible after greyhound tests positive for meth
Angela Turnwald was banned for four months by the Judicial Control Authority for Racing.
Scott Base makeover: PM gets sneak peek; vows to visit frozen continent
Ardern praises scientific work and reveals she is a Shackleton fan.
Oxford wetland to be protected
Environment Canterbury, QEII Trust working with landowner to enhance ecological habitat.
Likelihood of death not enough to reduce ex-Victim Support boss's sentence
His lawyer argued Charteris would likely die before he had served his sentence.
Accused uttered 'death row, do me a favour' when told victim had died
Mark Cowling died after an alleged dispute with a 'noisy neighbour'.