Dunedin council forks out $800,000 in lead crisis response
The cost of water testing since February 2 has cost $200k alone.
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Officer allegedly attacked through police car window.
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OPINION: The biggest game of the year also featured the most appalling-looking play.
Fire crews at large house fire in Wanaka
Fire crews are at a large house fire in Wanaka early this morning.
Investigation launched, operations suspended after jet-boat accident
Emergency services were on the scene of the jet boat crash.
Reality check: Crusaders burst Blues bubble in dominant win
It turns out the Blues are not the real deal, yet.
Sun out - Indian summer carries on with another dry week
NZ is in for another week of fine, settled weather, with many spots still dry from summer.
Sir Ian Taylor: How Team NZ was saved from closing down
OPINION: There was something else that made Team NZ's America's Cup win special.
Police officer stabbed in Canterbury in stable condition
The officer was attacked through an open window in the police vehicle.
Trip a little light fantastic: Covid-busting flight to witness Aurora Australis 'spectacular'
Kiwis paid $1200-plus for night flight to Antarctica – and back.
Police officer's arm slashed in Canterbury
A police officer's arm has been slashed after a domestic violence incident.
Welcome to the NZ town offering new homes at zero profit
Australian IT tycoon backs innovative community scheme to attract families.
Wikipedians invade West Coast
Ever wondered who's working to keep NZ information on Wikipedia accurate and up to date?
Chris Lynch: Muppets being offended by Muppets
Disney now gives a disclaimer for cultural stereotypes in The Muppet Show.
Raymond Horn search: Police seek couple seen in same park
Raymond Horn, who has dementia and is non-verbal, went missing on February 15.
Nine crashes in 12 years: Dangerous Canterbury corner claims life
Barry Grieves has barely slept since a car ploughed through his fence.
Chch mosques bomb threat accused now faces terrorist manifesto charges
Online threats were allegedly made on eve of terror attack's anniversary.
Crime wave in Christchurch; homes burgled, vehicles stolen
Sumner and Redcliffs residents say police have not responded quickly enough.
Google redesignates Dunedin central city
The Exchange has traditionally referred to a single block in Dunedin's CBD.
Patrick McKendry: What Blues must do to beat Crusaders in 'high stakes' clash
There is probably more pressure on the Blues in the battle of the Super Rugby unbeatens.
Person in custody after armed police respond to Waimate incident
Part of the town was cordoned off as a precaution.
Arm nearly 'paralysed': Student attacks teacher with saw
Social media post claimed the teacher was assaulted by a student armed with a saw.
Woman who stole $1 million from DHB named
The Serious Fraud Office found multiple transactions amounting to $1,062,973.
CDHB confirms stance supporting fluoridation of drinking water
The DHB voted to continue its pro-fluoridation stance at a meeting today.
Alleged sex offender in court: Police appeal for any more information
The man is facing five charges of sexual violation.
Akaroa boil water notice lifted after discovery of dead animals in reservoir
A Christchurch City Council spokesperson said water is now safe to drink.
Canterbury trainer facing horse doping charges
RIU investigators raided Jesse Alford's stables at Woodend Beach last month.
Unprotected: Canterbury measles booster shot falls short
Nearly 36,000 Cantabrians need a catch-up MMR jab to be fully protected.
Prowler case: Man denies breaking into homes and trying to rape three women
Man was arrested in Christchurch last October.
NZ terror plot: Kiwi teen turns life around
Man now 'disgusted' he could have harmed fellow Kiwis.
Fire engine destroyed while crews fight blaze, FENZ investigating
How did a $500,000 fire engine get destroyed?
Human Rights Commission backs compensation package for Christchurch terror attack victims
Many in the community say they are struggling with the trauma of what happened that day.
More transparency around MIQ exemptions needed - epidemiologist
MIQ guest visited a patient at Christchurch Hospital.
MIQ guest visits patient at Christchurch Hospital
The guest is believed to be on day 12 of managed isolation.