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Make southbound travel plans: Top-rated things to do in Canterbury

Plan now for a top-notch trip to Christchurch and Canterbury in the near future.

Strict bail conditions for bartender accused of rape

The man can't be in the presence of anyone under 17, unless supervised by an adult.

$20,000 fine for illegal rural land purchase

Those involved had not sought permission, required under the Overseas Investment Act.

83yo 'treated so badly': Hospital neglect - 'mum didn't have to die like that'

Damning report reveals Nancye MacKenzie fell over at hospital and died five hours later.

'Unbelievable': Man leads police on three separate high-speed chases

The man was jailed for two years, 10 months and will be off the road untill mid-2026.

Driver nearly 7x over alcohol limit keeps name secret due to bullying risk

The woman's lawyer said she was remorseful and "absolutely devastated."

Fear drones 'scoping' homes in Otago

Four drones have been spotted in North Otago in the past fortnight.

'I just want to come home to my babies': Mum stuck in NSW until September

Kim Kennedy travelled to Newcastle to visit her sick mum, who has since died.

Home detention for eighth drink-driving conviction

The man was sentenced to four months' home detention and 10 months' supervision.

'I thought he could kill me': Oamaru officer's fear attack might prove lethal

An Oamaru police sergeant was attacked by a man he thought he knew well.

Driver behind hit-and-run death avoids prison again

The man faced a raft of charges in the Timaru District Court today.

Police continue to taser animals after Oamaru goat outrage

Figures released show show 64 animals have been tasered in last five years

Sex predator's victim: 'He's still a risk'

Since being jailed, the 80-year-old has not undergone treatment.

Driver who hit six cars, police dog in wild chase had just been bailed

Just hours after being bailed, Liam Marsh came across a car with the keys left inside.

'Stupidity': Man rescued after taking leaky yacht out without life jacket

"It makes us yachties look bad when you get an idiot like that," club commodore says.

'Not doing so well': Parts of south still dry despite rain

Oamaru has only received 31 per cent of its average rainfall this month.

Mother's Day scorcher: Temperatures to soar across South Island

The sun is forecast to shine for mothers this Sunday.

Man who ran global child sex abuse ring imprisoned for second time

John Hellewell told Probation he no longer felt pity or sadness for the abused children.