'Frank will kill': Grandfather fears grandson's release will result in tragedy
The young man sent a letter applauding the alleged Christchurch attacks gunman.
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Cow 'lashed out', put man in hospital
"It hit him right in the middle of the chest, on the sternum really ... full blast."
'Egg Boy' donates $100k to Christchurch victims
'After a huge amount of red tape, $99,922.36 has today been transferred.'
Police plea: Information over stolen vehicle in Canterbury
Dashcam footage is being called for from members of the public.
Watch: Shop attendant tries to fight off robber with stool
Canterbury Police have made a plea on Facebook for information.
Woman flees police in chase - and then escapes from station
She "made her way out of the police station" - and is still at large.
Man seriously injured after explosion in Rangiora
The injured man was rushed to Christchurch Hospital with serious injuries.
Weekend bliss as warm weather continues
Almost every single part of the country is experiencing warmer than average temperatures.
Armed police descend on downtown Invercargill
The incident has been going on for some time this evening.
Search continues for missing tramper Timothy Clements
Police Search and Rescue staff are at the Te Araroa Track near Lake Emily.
Tyler died skydiving in NZ 18 months ago. His family want answers
"We all feel really dead inside; there's nothing we can do. There's no help ..."
Tramper missing after heading into Ashburton Lakes
Timothy Clements was due to return from his walk on Monday morning, but never arrived.
Criminal turned his life around, now he's in jail
Man who turned his life around to become a respected counsellor has come full circle.
Pies, pets and cellphones – police crackdown on distracted motorists
Motorists beware: Police are cracking down on mobile phones - and other distractions.
Families of those killed at Pike River wait to witness opening
The official re-entry is due to take place today, after it was postponed.
'Just incredible': First images inside the Pike River Mine
No one has been back into the mine since November 2010 since the explosion.
Police probe: Video circulates of female teacher and pupils
Video involving a teacher accused of serious misconduct circulating among students
Four suffer smoke inhalation in Dunedin blaze
At least one person had to be rescued from the roof of Dunedin House.
One injured in fire at Queenstown car dealership
Thick black smoke is visible over much of Frankton.
Minister wants urgent briefing into allegations at school
Marlborough Boys' College teacher on leave following a serious conduct complaint.
Chopper pilot's daring water rescue: 'It felt like an eternity'
"You couldn't see more than six inches underwater."
$100k cold case murder reward 'unprecedented'
Detectives say guilty killer will have a "cognitive load of burden"
Prisoner who had throat slashed 'alive by a divine miracle'
Razor blade fused to a piece of plastic used in attack in prison day room.
Grieving father of pilot killed in Fox Glacier crash criticises CAA
Mitch Gameren's father said family members were still seeking answers.
Unsolved murder: Police offer $100k for info
Angela Blackmoore was stabbed to death in her home while her son slept.
Jet boat crash: Chopper crew rescue one but second man swept away
A man is missing after a horror jet boat crash on the West Coast.
Fox Glacier helicopter crash: Owner pays families $125k each and apologises
Four Britons, two Australians, and pilot Mitch Gameren died when the helicopter crashed.
Mystery solved: Cause of 'loud rumble' uncovered
The noise was reportedly heard along much of the Otago coastline.
Govt launches investigation into Otago Regional Council
The Government has launched an investigation into the Otago Regional Council.
Christchurch Muslims: Tackling of violent online content welcomed
The Muslim Association of Canterbury said the announcement was a significant achievement.
Fight or bite? Accused says his partner lost three teeth attacking him
'I swallowed one [tooth] and I spat two out ... I freaked out' witness tells court.
1769 to today: A history of Islam in New Zealand
First recorded Muslims in NZ date back to visit of French ship 250 years ago.
Serious injuries after person trapped under campervan
A rescue helicopter en route to the scene from Dunedin.
Armed police raids 'over the top': claims
Police accused of targeting 'everyday Kiwis' in armed raids on rural properties.