Latest Christchurch news
'Who does that?' Car dealer pockets customer’s $15k refund, sends them pictures of poo
The couple didn't even get to drive their hybrid Nissan Skyline as a fault was discovered.
Coroner finds Christchurch uni student may have got ‘tangled in his bedding’ before fatal window fall
The death of the 19-year-old has been ruled as accidental.
Mama Hooch case: Appeal for rapist brothers moved to July 2025
The High Court will not hear the appeal for rapist brothers until next year.
'It was just wild': Human ashes found in stranger's shed
Knox had just moved into her rental when she stumbled across a peculiar-looking box.
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What about the horses? Racing organisers jockey for the punters' dollar
South Island sports wrap: Cup Week, 2000 play Pasifika league-fest, a cricketing dynasty.
Man arrested in Ōamaru after high-powered laser pointed at rescue helicopter
Police called it 'incredibly irresponsible and dangerous'.
Murder accused bought one-way ticket to China just days after Yanfei Bao disappearance
Acccused killer had bought a ticket to China before arrest at Christchurch's airport.
'I find solace in the memories': Yanfei Bao's partner speaks at emotional funeral service
The trial for the man accused of killing her continues.
Meet the South Island school taking on the world in flag football
St Andrew's College Preparatory School's flag football team are off to Florida.
Mum hears screw or brace come loose during son's rollercoaster ride at A&P show
A man fixed the rollercoaster by hand then carried on running it, the mother said.
He bought his first student flat at 18. Now he’s a professional investor
Landlords in the Deep South say if student flats are well run, they don't get trashed.
'Out of action': WorkSafe shuts down A&P rollercoaster after reports of 'bolts falling out'
Cantabrians are worried about the safety of fairground rides.
Mosque shooter’s lawyers fear for their safety, identities to remain secret
Brenton Tarrant's lawyers were granted a rare order to permanently suppress their names.
Ultimate summer gig guide: Coldplay, Laneway and all the events in between
Ready for NZ summer? These are all the festivals and concerts to mark in your calendar.
New owners, new colours: Costae ready for NZ 1000 Guineas challenge
Costae's path to Riccarton: 'We weren’t comfortable running her on heavy tracks.'
All eyes on Keayang Zahara in $500k Ascent debut at Addington
Jason Lee: 'She loves to look around' - Keayang Zahara ready for Addington debut.
Man who killed grandfather in Christchurch park appeals, given home detention
Jayden Kahi mistakenly believed the victim was trying to kidnap his son.
'Traumatic': Two boys flee after alleged kidnapping attempt in Christchurch
Two boys walking home were approached by a couple in a car and told to get in.
Table-topping Napier City Rovers fizzing for National League run home
Napier City Rovers' hopes of making the National League final are in their own hands.
Deportee used fake passport to travel between NZ and Australia 24 times
Harvey Cramer-Roberts, from Auckland, was sentenced to nearly four years' jail.
Ground zero: High-flying Black Caps prepare for England and Bazball
Hagley Oval has a new head groundsman ahead of the first test of the summer.
'Deeply saddened and shocked': Much-loved teen dies during touch rugby warm-up
Brook Wilson is remembered as a great mate who lived his life to the fullest.
Aggressive driver who caused serious crash told police to 'f*** off' when asked for blood sample
The 'horrendously bad driver' later assaulted his partner and bit a police officer.
Trainer's dream comes true with New Zealand Cup start
Greg Manson has been thinking about a New Zealand Cup start since he was a boy.
Person airlifted to Christchurch Hospital in serious condition after workplace incident
Emergency services rushed to the scene in Little Akaloa this afternoon.
Kiwi timelapse firm rakes in Series A millions, tools up with AI
A Christchurch start-up partners with North America's largest independent home builder.
Thirty arrested in police operation amid Mongols MC anniversary event
Cops cracked down in Canterbury amid an influx of the club's members and associates.