New ZealandSevere weather eases after person dies in flood clean-up, recovery phase begins A person died in Wai-iti, south of Nelson, after being hit by a tree yesterday. 28 Jun 05:00 PM
Lifestyle'Good on ya, mate': Fire at city restaurant extinguished with beer Fire burned through Speight's beer lines and ended up dousing the flames. 28 Jun 04:07 AM
League'My neck crackled when I moved': Paralysed league player's goal to walk after ill-fated tackle Ben Stowers succumbed to a horrific injury during a pre-season rugby league match.28 Jun 03:01 AM
WorldThe greatest Lions in rugby history rankedOPINION: The 1971 Lions team is the only one to win a series in New Zealand.28 Jun 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Matrix change': Winning Lotto Powerball could soon become much harderLotteries NZ is seeking government permission to tweak the rules of Lotto Powerball.27 Jun 08:54 PM
LifestyleBehind the Briscoes Lady: The truth about Tammy WellsThe actor-artist has had a double life for 37 years.27 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandFrom the disappearance to the chaotic trial: The murder of Yanfei BaoTrue crime podcast A Moment In Crime looks at the murder of Yanfei Bao in Christchurch. 27 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe six Kiwis set to compete in $200k 'run it straight' finalThe league said all competitors are screened before its events by an 'athlete manager'.27 Jun 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLions 2005: Media mistakes of the 'car crash' tourClive Woodward appointed PR guru Alastair Campbell for the 2005 Lions tour.27 Jun 01:58 AM
New Zealand'Felt like a cyclone': Residents reel as possible tornado hits West HarbourTrees fell on homes as 100km/h winds ripped through the area.27 Jun 12:57 AM
New ZealandEvacuations under way as South Island lashed by heavy rain and flood threatsA state of emergency has been declared in Nelson and Tasman as rain batters the region.27 Jun 12:40 AM
Entertainment'Messy, ugly, full of sharp edges': How the world reacted to Lorde's new albumThe album's runtime clocks in at just 34 minutes, with 11 songs on offer.27 Jun 12:14 AM
OpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: What Scott Robertson's selections reveal about power-based plansThe squad aims to dominate the gainline with powerful ball carriers and defenders.26 Jun 11:27 PM
New Zealand'Like the movies': Street light narrowly misses man’s car during Auckland tornadoA street light fell just metres from Chaitanya Nerkar's car in Avondale.26 Jun 10:55 PM
New ZealandExplainer: Melatonin, ADHD meds and magic mushrooms - what are the changes?Melatonin will soon be available over the counter in New Zealand pharmacies.26 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRugby'More than a game': What the future holds for Moana PasifikaMoana Pasifika face a $7m income shortfall for the 2026 season.26 Jun 06:01 PM
New ZealandWatch: Dead orca in 'good condition' washes up in Christchurch beach shallowsThe circumstances surrounding the mammal's death are unusual, according to DoC.26 Jun 07:26 AM
New ZealandOrca dies in shallows at Christchurch beachAn orca has died in the shallows of Waimairi Beach, Christchurch this afternoon. DoC staff, local iwi and members of Project Jonah are at the scene. Video / DoCWatch26 Jun 06:10 AM
CrimeMan invited for drinks at Mongols gang pad beaten, forced to sign over uteHe was told to cough up $14k or sign the ute over to the gang. 26 Jun 05:30 AM
New Zealand'We're pinching ourselves': Inside Christchurch's new theatre marvelFrank: Stories from the South, episode 7: The Court Theatre – Back Centre Stage.26 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandFrank Film: Stories from the South, Episode 7: Back Centre StageIn a state of the art, purpose-designed building, the Christchurch Court Theatre has returned to the heart of the city. Video / Frank FilmWatch26 Jun 05:00 AM
RacingHow David Butcher is balancing training and driving in top racesThe champion reinsman often has only two or three drives a night at Alexandra Park.26 Jun 04:59 AM
New ZealandCoroner finds musician Hamish Kilgour overwhelmed by challenges before deathHis marriage ended in New York, leaving him alone and homeless.26 Jun 03:02 AM
New ZealandMan in custody after five-hour armed police stand-off in ChristchurchPolice were called to an address in Wilsons Rd. 26 Jun 02:04 AM
BusinessCanterbury's aerospace plan aims for $1b industry, 1500 jobs by 2035Canterbury aims to quadruple its aerospace value to over $1 billion annually by 2035.26 Jun 01:46 AM
Super RugbySuper Rugby Pacific sees viewership increaseThe final was also the most-watched title decider since 2016.25 Jun 08:25 PM
Rugby'I just love rugby': ABs coach Scott Robertson rocks up at First XV tournamentNZ's oldest schoolboy rugby tournament is being held in Christchurch for its 99th year.25 Jun 08:00 PM
New ZealandTraffic delays after car flips on roof at busy West Auckland intersectionEmergency services were called to the scene about 8.20pm.25 Jun 09:52 AM
New ZealandWhy top Auckland schools are tightening enrolment rulesEnrolments surged due to increased immigration and local relocations.25 Jun 07:52 AM
New ZealandWorld-first cannabis trial for dogs to recruit 100 pets All dog breeds are eligible including those with osteoarthritis or showing signs of it.25 Jun 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Under pressure': NZ farms face succession challengesOver half of NZ's farm and orchard owners will reach pension age in the next decade.24 Jun 11:15 PM
New ZealandRam raiders caught on CCTV escaping with cigarette cabinet Police say the raiders hit two locations in the early hours of this morning. 24 Jun 10:41 PM
New ZealandYoung leader, late hero honoured at primary industries awardsChris Allen posthumously received the Rural Hero Award for his rural advocacy. 24 Jun 09:33 PM
All BlacksTwenty years later: The Brian O’Driscoll tackleO'Driscoll's injury in 2005 is still a talking point for followers of the game.24 Jun 06:31 PM