Latest from Christchurch

Man arrested after spitting in supermarket guard's face

The man was refused entry to the store for not wearing a face covering.

RNZ reporter attacked by Covid-denier as 'anger and misinformation' grow

Opinion: "There is more animosity towards the government and media this time around."

Frontline: Kiwi journalist witnesses historic fall of Kabul 

"There are very few journalists left," says NZ-born Al Jazeera correspondent.

Kaitaia pair arrested after supermarket face mask fracas

Charges are threatening behaviour, disorderly behaviour, not following Covid-19 direction.

My Food Bag gets grilling from shareholders

The company's share price has slumped since listing and it has lost key management.

Teen with father turned away from Covid jab site despite PM's assurance

Ardern had said any parent already booked in could take their child along as well.

'Absolutely gutted': The Kiwi kids having birthdays in lockdown

For some kids, it's the second year in a row they're spending their birthdays in lockdown.

Anti-lockdown arrests: Far-right activist denied bail

Police say they 'engaged and encouraged' protesters to comply before arrests were made.

Police arrest more lockdown protesters, non-mask wearers

The arrests took place in Christchurch and Kaitaia.

Death of Christchurch mum still 'unexplained' as community rally for family

Givealittle page for family of a Chch woman who died after being injured in her home.

Olympians get moment in sun two weeks after arriving home

First of three events to welcome the athletes out of MIQ takes place in Christchurch.

Former Cera employees on trial over alleged fraud

The pair are facing a range of allegations brought by the Serious Fraud Office.

'Extremely difficult time': Stabbed teen's family plan funeral, police update inquiry

Police still hunting for Zion Purukamu's killer but have a clear picture of fatal incident

Govt denies MIQ spots for multi-million dollar international sporting event in NZ

Another international sporting event has been scuppered after being denied MIQ spots.

Airbnb party death: Property owners 'devastated'

An injured 14-year-old and 17-year-old are stable in hospital.

Teen fatally stabbed at Chch party named, two other victims in hospital

A 14-year-old is one of two teenagers in hospital with serious injuries.

A Kiwi POW was photographed on a German commander's tank. Who is he?

Image of forlorn Kiwi WWII soldier captures attention of amateur historian.

'Skill Fade': MIQ watch has left NZDF compromised to major disasters

With troops staffing quarantine facilities, they are unable to deploy elsewhere at speed.