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Power restored after 'major outage' at Christchurch Hospital
All systems including power, IT and phones were affected.
Teen pleads not guilty to murdering dog walker in Chch park
Nigel Wilson died eight days after he was stabbed multiple times.
Diverted Tonga passengers spend two nights in Christchurch chapel
"I said to myself ‘this is not looking good." 1500 passengers divert through Christchurch.
Christchurch to lose post-quake chairs artwork as land put up for sale
The 185 white chairs have stood as a monument to the lives lost in the 2011 quakes.
'His death shall not be in vain'; Parents addressing son’s death in Ukraine accuse Russia of genocide
Body found of NZ aid worker killed by artillery shell
Builder insolvency to cost creditors $698,000
A slew of problems, some pandemic-related, seem to have struck another builder.
Two people injured in house fire near concert venue
Multiple fire crews from Christchurch Central, Wigram and Spreydon were called to fire.
Man sentenced for possession of more than 1000 child sexual abuse publications
The 59-year-old was arrested at his Merivale home in October 2021.
Rocketman Sir Elton John jets into New Zealand for last-ever shows
Legendary chart-topper arrives for three final gigs.
Builder sentenced for $300k tax evasion, spent money on Uber Eats, travel
Judge: 'Offending of this nature is akin to theft of the taxpayers from this country'.
Person hospitalised after incident at Christchurch’s Jellie Park
St John confirmed the patient was moderately injured.
Visitor numbers up, and where are Kiwis escaping to as travel surges?
Figures show overseas travel by Kiwis is stronger as international visitor numbers rise.
MetService Christchurch weather: January 21st
MetService Christchurch weather: January 21st
Governors Bay locals put police on to 'antisocial' drivers
Several other vehicles have been identified and are actively being sought by local police.
Chris Keall: Ardern’s mixed legacy with The Christchurch Call and social media
Few leaders have had such a compelling presence on social media but PM's legacy is mixed.
Rock thrown through Christchurch couple’s window lands next to wife’s head
The Spreydon resident said they're racking their brains over why the attack occurred.
'They'll disown her': Female sailor sentenced for indecent assault on male superior officer
Three fellow sailors had accused her of inappropriate touching over a single night.
'I didn't mean to': Female sailor accused of 'indecent' touch of naval officer testifies
Roselia Epati was charged with three counts of indecent assault.
Court martial: Woman accused of groping three people aboard ship, including superior officer
She is accused of having groped two women and a man.
'Unfair and unsafe': Gang members block hospital parking, intimidate public
Gang members blocked off parks at Christchurch Hospital in the lead-up to Christmas.
Devil’s advocate: The trials and tribulations of NZ’s greatest living defence lawyer
Nigel Hampton KC opens up on career’s highs and lows after 100-plus murder trials.
Families ‘mortified’ after racial tagging attack overnight
Nazi symbols, "n" word were spraypainted overnight throughout the area.
'We still have hope': Missing NZ aid worker could be found alive
Colleague wary of disinformation, hopeful NZ aid worker Andrew Bagshaw is still alive.
Magnet fishing: Dad and sons try their luck at bottom of Avon River
Some people catch fish. Tim Riley catches cell phones, nails, and whatever else is metal.
Slouching in court: Teen accused of jumping on mum, baby in tent rebuked by judge
The judge asked the man if he was tired before telling him to "stand up straight".
Failed Canterbury house-builder forecast to owe $1m+
"Struggled with delays around building materials and consents."
Chch resident critically injured in evening assault
Police responded to an assault at a Linwood address on Tuesday.
'Terrified': Patient ‘gobsmacked’ after dentist trip ends in request for HIV test
The dental clinic is now reviewing the “isolated incident”.
NZ aid worker Andrew Bagshaw likely in Russian hands
Police and Army are now searching for the son of two prominent NZ doctors.
After seven-year struggle, $317m Ryman plans approved
Rollercoaster ride for $317m estate continues, but project opponents already grumbling.
Former Mongrel Mob boss Chad Puru's death will be referred to the Coroner
Death of Chad Puru, former Mongrel Mob boss, not considered suspicious. police say.
Against the odds, they managed to buy a first home. Can they hang on?
They laid their dreams of home ownership bare. Eighteen months on, how have they fared?