Latest from Christchurch

111 call about Linwood threat ‘clearest example of Priority 1 call’, expert says

Frontline police could have possibly stopped the shooting at a second mosque.

Why Kiwi driver backs Christchurch return as NZ SailGP

The location of the event remains in limbo after the Auckland location fell through.

United Airlines’ Christchurch flights mean big tourism boost

It's the first airline and US carrier to fly direct to the South Island in 20 years.

The best things to do in Christchurch according to a hotel expert

The man at the helm of Rydges Latimer shares his advice for visiting the famous city.

Watch: United Airlines breaks new ground with latest Aotearoa flight

It becomes the first US carrier to fly non-stop into Christchurch from San Francisco.

'Horrific winds': Crews tackle blazes across several South Island regions

People are being asked to stay away from the areas in question.

Watch: NZ soldier's emotional reunion with son after Ukraine tour of duty

Former infantryman home for Christmas after being shot and blown up by Russian forces.

Five arrested, cash, meth, taser sezied as part of Killer Beez Southern Swarm sting

Police also busted a cannabis grow op, seizing 61 plans at $5000 in cash in Christchurch.

‘Idealistic’ to think police could have stopped Linwood mosque attack

Once shots were reported at Linwood mosque, it took armed officers only minutes to arrive.

New radio network will help with multi-agency communication, terror attack inquest finds

Poor communication between police and paramedics has emerged as a key issue.

Timaru crash: Emergency services rush to the scene

Emergency services were called to the scene just after 1pm.

CTV building collapse: Disciplinary committee retires to consider design complaint

The man's company designed the building that collapsed in the Christchurch earthquakes.

Bread, circus and a 1000m blow-up tent: Christchurch Buskers Festival returns

The city has blown out the big top with new venues and a 1000m2 inflatable hall.

'Humbled': Students behind viral Stairway to Heaven cover blown away

School's rock rendition blows up online.

St John’s queried over significant blind spot with specialist paramedics

No one from St John attended the Al Noor scene in a SERT capacity.

Man who designed collapsed CTV building claims 'extreme prejudice'

The retired engineer's lawyer said the complaint was '"factually incorrect".

Is star witness a framing 'psychopath' or truthful about pair accused of murder, Crown asks

Angela Blackmoore was found murdered in her home 28 years ago.

Firefighters battling large blaze in central Christchurch

Four fire appliances are attending the scene.