New ZealandFears of mass stranding after young whale washes up on Christchurch beachProject Jonah General manager Daren Grover said the species is known for mass strandings.20 Jan 10:42 PM
New Zealand'On another level entirely': Archaeological site damaged from illegal fossickingA metre and a half of digging along the banks of Awamoa Creek was reported on Friday.20 Jan 09:20 PM
New ZealandDebris from storm closes popular cycle trail, roadHigh sea levels caused by adverse weather carried debris onto the road and cycle trail.20 Jan 08:56 PM
New ZealandPolice hunting for thieves who stole $1000 worth of ornaments from gift shopThe burglary of the Riverstone Kitchen gift shop happened at 2am on January 15.20 Jan 07:07 PM
New Zealand'Beware the mongrel mayor': Councillor uses blog to vent about colleaguesThe column outlines the failings of elected representatives.20 Jan 06:34 PM
SportChristchurch to host major international sailing event set to boost economy by millionsPart of the SailGP event will be held in Lyttelton Harbour in January 2022.20 Jan 06:21 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNeed another holiday? Campervans going for less than $80 a dayLow prices aim to give tourism industry a boost in what is usually its peak season.20 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFive injured after nitric acid chemical spill in ChristchurchFour fire trucks and a hazmat unit are at the site of the spill.20 Jan 01:56 AM
New ZealandFatal helicopter crash: Investigators' 'thorough' process could take yearsThe investigation into a fatal helicopter crash before Christmas may take up to two years.19 Jan 11:48 PM
New ZealandPerson hospitalised after confronting group during alleged attempted robberyPolice were called to the incident on Birchs Rd in Prebbleton at about 9.30pm on Tuesday.19 Jan 11:27 PM
New ZealandPassing truck clips mum buckling child in, doesn't stopAnyone who has information on the incident should contact police.19 Jan 10:28 PM
New ZealandSite set to become $150m retirement village targeted by vandalsPolice are increasing their patrols in the area.19 Jan 10:01 PM
New Zealand'Devastated' by former colleague's crash deathGary Wayne Phillips, 65, died when his ute rolled on State Highway 8 on Thursday.19 Jan 09:02 PM
New ZealandInvestigators on scene of major Cass Bay fire trying to determine causeResidents from 20 properties were evacuated during the major fire on Tuesday.19 Jan 08:26 PM
New ZealandConstruction begins on South Island's first Taco BellThe restaurant will be within the Eastgate Shopping Centre in the suburb of Linwood.19 Jan 08:01 PM
New ZealandDrunk driver takes taxi back to car then crashes it into ditchPolice say the 20-year-old is lucky to be alive.19 Jan 07:23 PM
New ZealandCentral Otago eases total fire ban after recent rainThe shift to a restricted season begins at 8am today.19 Jan 06:39 PM
New ZealandDrink-driver kicked and bit police after crashing carLagwesha Mercer, 28, was sentenced in the Dunedin District Court on Tuesday.19 Jan 06:02 PM
BusinessMurder victim Elizabeth Zhong's vineyard company $12m in debtCarrick Wines had been for sale for about 18 months before it's sole director was killed.19 Jan 05:13 PM
New Zealand'Drink-driving is a constant': Multiple cases over weekendOne incident involved a drunk woman fleeing police with two toddlers in the car.19 Jan 01:20 AM
New ZealandWinter comes early: Summer snow in South IslandA cold snap brought around 8cm of snow to the Cardrona Alpine Resort today.19 Jan 12:27 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely reckless behaviour': Critically endangered birds killed by driversThis year has seen the second-biggest black-billed gull colony on the river in 20 years.18 Jan 10:18 PM
New ZealandAurora Energy price hike: Company bows to public pressure, lowers increasesIt had proposed an increase of $20 to $30 a month for most of its 90,000 customers.18 Jan 09:28 PM
New ZealandGrisly discovery: Human skull found by family on beach walkIt was meant to be a quiet Boxing Day ramble for Alan Clark, his daughters and spouses.18 Jan 07:39 PM
New ZealandHave you spotted one in your backyard? Aussie spider establishing in ChristchurchThe spider, Philoponella congregabilis, is known to crush its prey.18 Jan 07:12 PM
New ZealandDiver unaware of search operation trying to find himDunedin man Kazushi Noiri began a scuba dive off Wellers Rock about 3.10pm last Monday.18 Jan 06:46 PM
New Zealand'Lowlifes': Santa's Grotto ransacked againSix windows were smashed at the building which contained floats for the Santa Parade.18 Jan 06:23 PM
New ZealandPlaying 'games': Man faces charges over 12 years of child sex abuseAccuser labels the man a "real pervert" as defence says memory is key to trial.18 Jan 05:49 PM
New ZealandGardeners still underestimating potting mix risk - researcherSimple safety practices can prevent 'a potentially fatal ... infection', researcher says.18 Jan 05:45 PM
LifestyleEight of the best school holiday boredom bustersFrom stargazing to dino digging, here's how to make the most of the school holidays.18 Jan 12:51 AM
New ZealandPeople queue to catch whiff of famously stinky plantAbout 50 people had already lined up at the gates at about 8am on Saturday.18 Jan 12:48 AM
New ZealandSix people rescued after being stuck in snow overnightThe group were stranded when their vehicle broke down on Sunday night.18 Jan 12:22 AM
New Zealand'It's our job': Warning after student sleuth confronts phone thiefThe victim used a Find My iPhone application to track his phone to an address in Dunedin.18 Jan 12:15 AM
New ZealandPartner takes wheel with toddlers in tow while 3x legal alcohol limitAfter he was caught drink driving, a man's drunk partner drove off with two toddlers.17 Jan 11:33 PM
