Car set alight just before teen gets sinister message
The 16-year-old's 1991 Ford Laser was torched about 100m from his home.
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Another fisherman Covid positive; cluster source identified
It's now been a week since a person was tested positive in the community.
Anti-water bottling group seeks public cash for court challenge
A legal challenge against water bottling practices needs financial support.
Research highlights poor language skills among Christchurch children
Screentime, time-poor households and poverty are all partly to blame.
$340,000 bill for mosque gunman's sentencing
The costs of returning gunman to Christchurch court could still go even higher.
Christchurch terrorist's lawyer ordered to pay $13k for talking to media
Richard Peters was the first lawyer to represent Brenton Tarrant as the duty solicitor.
Canterbury woman denies killing husband
The wife of murdered farm worker Tony Waldron has denied killing him.
Christchurch prowler: Victims showed 'courage and bravery' - sexual violence agency
The request follows reports of a man unlawfully entering two residential properties.
New Zealand's 'first electric plane' launched in Christchurch
The plane is a battery-electric two-seat light sport aircraft.
'Lyttleton' sign blunder - and not for the first time
The most recent gaffe features on a sign at Evans Pass Rd.
Treated Akaroa wastewater will be used to irrigate native trees
The Akaroa Treated Wastewater Options Hearings Panel has concluded its deliberations.
Euthanasia, cannabis results today: Is the Kiwi social fabric about to shift?
Preliminary referendum results on cannabis and euthanasia will be released at 2pm today.
21-year-old's death referred to coroner, not suspicious
The death of Christchurch woman Rosalie Anderson-Hill is being investigated by police
When a City Rises - The People's Story: Quake rebuild film now in cinemas
The film is a sequel to 'When a City Falls'.
Canterbury council manager sentenced after stealing $25,500
The woman was sentenced yesterday to nine months home detention for stealing.
Man's mammoth catch: NZ fisherman lands possible record-breaking trout
A man's morning out near Twizel could soon land him in the record books.
House of horrors: Tenant ejected over broken windows, carpet stains, drug use on premises
Woman has her tenancy terminated after knives used for drug use were found.
Environment Canterbury could handle all large dam consents in Otago
Otago regional councillors approved the transfer to ECan from June next year.
Police overstepped authority by entering house of axe-wielding Dunedin man
The Armed Offenders Squad ultimately forced their way into the house.
$3.2 million boost to improve child health facilities in Christchurch
More than 10 thousand children receive care at the hospital each year.
Free bowel screening kits for Canterbury elderly as part of national programme
About 90 thousand people will take part during the first two years.
Hey, now! Crowded House announce extensive NZ tour
Let's hope they take the weather with them when they tour the country in March.
Smiths City rebrands to shake off previous ownership pitfalls
Smiths City has debuted new logo and brand refresh with opening of flagship store.
Deans Ave assault: One man charged, police seeking witnesses
The victim was injured and required medical attention.
Steve Hansen joins the NRL in shock code switch
Former All Blacks coach Steve Hansen is switching codes.
Health worker stole more than $1m for gambling, cosmetic surgery and jet ski
The money was used to fund a gambling addiction, a jet ski, cosmetic surgery,
Christchurch man prosecuted for docking tails of two-day old puppies
He was sentenced in the Christchurch District Court today.
'My heart sank': Mosque attack victim after Minister rejects IPT recommendation to grant residency
Injured man not on police list of official mosque attack victims to qualify for residency.
Fishing boss happy to delay operations until no Covid risk to the community
29 fishermen from Russian and Ukraine have tested positive for Covid-19.
Ex-Victim Support boss appeals 14-year prison sentence for sex offences
The case for an appeal by David Charteris was heard in the Christchurch High Court today.
Consent to build supermarket in Canterbury town declined
Selwyn District Council received 72 submissions in response to the application.
Quarry opponents reject 'crazy' Rangiora Racecourse plan at meeting
200 people attended the meeting at the Rangiora Baptist Church Hall to discuss the plans.