Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel calls time
Long-serving politician says she would have needed her late husband by her side.
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'Each scenario has strengths and weaknesses,' mayor says.
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Christchurch mosque threats: Imam 'concerned but not scared'
New threats to Al Noor surface online.
Savings for south at risk as Christchurch questions new water reforms
It is difficult yet to see a compelling case for change, Christchurch mayor said.
Local principals respond after girls' school sexual harassment survey
Students reported 2677 incidents of sexual harassment as of May this year.
'Do I really need it?': 103-year-old thinking twice about turning down vaccine
Doris Wakelin is heading to 'the end of the road' and is unsure of her need for a jab.
Rare penguin's delightful selfie
Endangered birds colonise remote Fiordland sounds, offering hope of survival.
'Seconds from killing her': Deportee strangled girlfriend three times
Lokenitama Filipo's victim fears he will kill her when he is released from prison.
Hate speech: Fresh threats against Al Noor Mosque
Police receive three reports relating to the Christchurch mosque in the past fortnight.
Secret probe: Former teacher at top school investigated for allegedly sending slanderous letters
Teacher resigned and has now launched personal grievance.
Wedding helicopter crash: Long recovery ahead for badly injured photographer
Wedding photographer badly injured in a horror helicopter crash moved to Auckland.
Skiers queue for fresh snow at Remarkables
NZSki said 25cm of snow fell overnight on the mountain.
Winter wonderland: Snow blankets south, major highways reopen
The thunderstorm could bring high-intensity snowfall and make driving hazardous.
Sexual harassment survey: Three girls come forward to police
The survey showed more than 20 respondents said they had been raped.
'Lost his temper': Police officer was wrong to put woman in headlock - watchdog
The Independent Police Conduct Authority has released the findings of its investigation.
Blaze destroys clubhouse at Otago golf course
The clubhouse has been left a shell after the blaze.
Christchurch stadium: Settlement reached to buy last building standing in the way
Work on new 25,000-seater Canterbury multi-use arena has started.
Protest becomes heated as 14-year-old blocks petrol cars
The teenage demonstrator had blocked the entrance of a St Clair car park.
20 students at girls' school say they have been raped: Police meeting pupils
More than 20 students said they have been raped in a recent survey.
Fatal air crash: How was tow plane pilot killed?
Coroner's court hears how the death topped-off a "decade of hell" for his family.
'Senseless' PM disappointed at Ashburton memorial vandalism
Ardern met with Mid Canterbury community and rural leaders in Ashburton this week.
More than 20 students at girls' school say they've been raped
The school commissioned the survey due to concerns around a rise in harassment.
Travel bubble pause: Tourism and hospitality sector facing 'avalanche of cancellations'
Mayor Jim Boult said it felt a bit like "we're all dressed up and no place to go."
Colder than the North Pole: Antarctic blast nearing NZ
Here's what you need to know about the regions and roads forecast to be worst-hit.
Authorities move to take down 'atrocious' mosque attack material
A Twitter user flagged the content this morning, but it was still online two hours later.
'None of their business': Mobility card not stopping regular abuse
The army veteran says he is often abused by strangers for using a mobility parking space.
Person in critical condition after crash at raceway
A spokesperson said they were called to the incident at about 11.30am.
Lighting festival to celebrate Matariki kicks off in Christchurch
It will run until July 10, between 6pm to 11pm every night,
Antarctic polar blast: Sea level snow in south possible, cold weekend for most
Rain, strong wind and snow are on the cards this weekend.
Ashburton mayor frustrated at another second bridge setback
Calls to speed up plans for a second bridge were made following the recent floods.
'Really, really disappointing': Trial delayed due to lack of jurors
It is understood just a third of the expected jurors showed up.
Supermarket giant opens greenest store yet
It has low-emitting fridges, LED lighting and an e-truck for deliveries ordered online.
Ōamaru: How one town moved forwards by going backwards
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