$34,000 on foam: The real cost of fighting Lake Pukaki fire revealed
The 12-day blaze swept through almost 3500ha near Twizel.
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Summer scorcher: Parts of South Island up to 36C
Blenheim hit 36.1C at 4pm, smashing its January temperature record set in 1972.
Man accused of arson after fire damages 105-year-old mansion
Owners 'devastated' by early-morning blaze.
Christchurch mayor responds to criticism of cycleway plan
The owners of the Copenhagen Bakery are unhappy with the loss of car parks.
10th Christchurch quake anniversary to be shown across the world
The national memorial service will be held from 12.30pm on February 22.
Pinched: Trike thieves strike
Police alert after specialised tricycle stolen from charity.
Akaroa bay closed after faecal bacteria found
The bacteria was found in a recent sample taken from Glen Bay.
Summer scorcher: Temperatures set to reach 36C in south this week
Temperatures could be 12C above Christchurch's average for this time of year.
Country cricket team's thrilling one wicket win against rivals
One bowler scored five wickets off of 30 runs to secure his team's win.
The companies dumping contaminants down the drain - and getting away with it
Some of New Zealand's biggest manufacturers and brands are repeat offenders.
Jet boat and trailer stolen after owner leaves to get tyre repaired
The driver left the boat and trailer on the side of the road after 12pm on Tuesday.
Boys' schools ask parents to pay more in voluntary donations
'Boys get the priority', says McAuley High School principal Jan Waelen.
Insider guide to Geraldine: Artist John Badcock
What to see and do in this peaceful and pretty South Canterbury town.
Rough weather on way for Wellington, parts of South Island
Heavy rain and strong winds are set to put a dampener on summer in parts of NZ today.
How to teach skills for workplace of next generation
Teachers aim to lift students' aspirations above mere grades.
Jimmy Barnes: Rod Stewart headbutted fan in NZ, threatened to throw piano off stage
Stewart toured the country with Cold Chisel in 1979.
Anti-nuclear protesters kick-off global celebrations in Christchurch
It marks the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons becoming international law.
'My body was shutting down': Crusaders assistant coach reveals Covid-19 battle
Forwards mentor says he was rushed to French hospital for a heart scan, fearing the worst.
Christchurch drug bust: Man charged after large cannabis operation uncovered
Police executed a search warrant at a Marshland Rd property from about 8.15am on Thursday.
End of an era: Canterbury United Video store closing its doors
"We're very reluctant to let it go," Owner Kevin Stewart said.
Road re-open after pedestrian dies in Canterbury crash involving truck
Members of the public are advised to avoid the area if possible.
Hundreds of eels saved as Canterbury pit dries up
About 200 were rescued prior to Christmas and several hundred since.
Christchurch's busiest and most dangerous roads
One road has had 29 crashes over the last year.
Fears of mass stranding after young whale washes up on Christchurch beach
Project Jonah General manager Daren Grover said the species is known for mass strandings.
Christchurch to host major international sailing event set to boost economy by millions
Part of the SailGP event will be held in Lyttelton Harbour in January 2022.
Fatal helicopter crash: Investigators' 'thorough' process could take years
The investigation into a fatal helicopter crash before Christmas may take up to two years.
Lower speed limits on state highways frustrate locals
Significant chunks of NZ's state highway network are no longer 100km/h zones.
'Lowlifes': Santa's Grotto ransacked again
Six windows were smashed at the building which contained floats for the Santa Parade.
'Complete fail': New hospital parking charges some of the highest in the country
The first 30 minutes are free, but two hours of parking will cost you $17.50.
Monteith's brewery gifted to the Coast
The Greymouth brewery dates back to 1868; Monteith's was founded on the Coast.
Country cricket: Sefton demolishes opposition to secure top spot
Opening bowlers Jed Roberts and Micah Campbell grabbed seven wickets between them.
Meet 'Chopper': Baby born 11 weeks premature in rescue helicopter
Kora Lord was born in the air over a tiny place called Hamilton Burn.
Armed and ready: Canterbury cops react to gang friction
A general arming order has been made in Canterbury as gang tension threatens to escalate.