New Zealand'Spread quite quickly': Concern as more intermediate-aged kids vaping in Canterbury22 per cent of primary and intermediate school staff have reported pupils vaping.25 Feb 10:41 PM
New ZealandDonors assured money was used as intended amid Christchurch Foundation reviewChief executive Amy Carter said the management of any donations is not in question.25 Feb 10:41 PM
New ZealandStudent struck with cricket bat knocked unconsciousPolice were called after reports of a large number of men fighting.25 Feb 10:05 PM
New ZealandMan nabbed after attempt to smuggle pie in pantsThe man was located by police and the pie was recovered, but "unsellable''.25 Feb 09:42 PM
New ZealandWashing machine tragedy: New details around child's deathCoroner suppresses name of child who died in a Christchurch washing machine last week25 Feb 09:12 PM
New ZealandFlatmate killing: Case heads to trialMichael Graham, 57, was found dead at a Christchurch house last month.25 Feb 09:00 PM
Black CapsWatch: Streaker's spectacular escape attempt at Black Caps gameThe man jumped fences and downed one security guard during his dash for freedom.25 Feb 06:50 PM
New Zealand'Coming up with a story': Self defence claim in cricket bat killing in doubtJohn Kenneth Collins, 39, is on trial before the High Court at Dunedin.25 Feb 06:43 PM
New ZealandDrug testing at Otago O-week in the open for first timeKnow Your Stuff NZ volunteers began three days of testing samples on Thursday.25 Feb 06:28 PM
New ZealandTop boys' school admits failure in historic handling of sex-abusing teacherPrestigious Christchurch boys' school admits handling of historic sex teacher regrettable25 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMissing 12-year-old Christchurch girl foundJoslyne has been found after having been reported missing since about 4.30pm.25 Feb 06:47 AM
New ZealandMountaineer who was rescued after 8-days stranded in Southern Alps missing againPolice are worried about Marni Sheppeard and appealing for help finding her.25 Feb 04:17 AM
New ZealandScribe back on the mic at Christchurch's biggest outdoor music festThe festival at Hagley Park has been sold out for a month with 25,000 people expected.25 Feb 12:41 AM
New ZealandLong-running Queenstown restaurant closing its doors, turnover down 90%The restaraunt would have marked its 30th anniversary in October.25 Feb 12:25 AM
New ZealandDrink-driver's vehicle gets stuck, forced to take taxi before blowing 3x limitThe 64-year-old attempted to reverse and got her vehicle stuck on a bank.24 Feb 11:48 PM
New ZealandCanterbury company fined $26,000 for 47 employment act breachesMany of the workers were from Fiji and English was their second language.24 Feb 10:13 PM
New ZealandMayor defends trust behind mosque attack fundraising over lack of transparencyA probe found a lack of transparency regarding the foundation's financial reporting.24 Feb 09:35 PM
Small BusinessSmall business revenue declines for first time since MayYear-on-year small firm revenues fell 6 per cent in January.24 Feb 09:00 PM
Banking and financeKiwibank plans to close seven branchesKiwibank made the announcement while releasing an improved half year result.24 Feb 08:36 PM
New ZealandPedestrian hit by car in ChristchurchEmergency services were called to the incident in Fendalton at about 8.20am on Thursday.24 Feb 07:54 PM
New ZealandOtago calls on students to self-isolate after Auckland outbreakA small number of students with links to the outbreak are already in isolation.24 Feb 07:19 PM
New Zealand'Community fabric at risk': Glacier region drowning, hundreds of jobs lost16 per cent of businesses are no longer running at all and 73 per cent have reduced staff.24 Feb 07:05 PM
New ZealandFlat severely damaged, one other smoke-logged after large fire in BlenheimEmergency services were called to the blaze on George St at about 6.20am on Thursday.24 Feb 06:18 PM
New Zealand40% of MDMA tested at O-week contains dangerous substituteSide effects include not being able to sleep for days and it can be fatal.24 Feb 06:06 PM
New ZealandMasses gather as Fergburger throw a free burger birthday party!Customers shouted a free Fergburger with cheese if they say 'happy birthday' to staff.24 Feb 06:05 AM
KahuMayors, Poutini Ngāi Tahu reject mention of other iwi in new West Coast district planMayors reject suggestion that councils should deal with iwi other than Poutini Ngāi Tahu.24 Feb 05:45 AM
New ZealandHighway blocked after truck crash, one seriously hurtThe road is blocked and motorists are asked to avoid the area.24 Feb 12:57 AM
New ZealandChristchurch Foundation finances under the microscopeA review ordered by the Christchurch City Council criticised the Christchurch Foundation.24 Feb 12:38 AM
New ZealandCovid-19 vaccinations begin in Christchurch, 40 border workers get the jabBorder workers at Christchurch International Airport get their shots today.23 Feb 11:52 PM
New ZealandCouncillor Marcus Lush sworn in, first debate on media protocolsMarcus Lush was elected in a by-election by a vast majority last week.23 Feb 10:45 PM
KahuBic Runga releases new song to mark Christchurch earthquake anniversaryShe will perform the song live for the first time at a concert this Sunday.23 Feb 10:06 PM
New ZealandThree people rescued from sinking boat in Marlborough SoundsThe boat's crew triggered a distress beacon at about 6.50am on Wednesday.23 Feb 09:44 PM