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Child, parent ‘grabbed’ outside Christchurch early learning centre
Man to appear in court accused of grabbing a child and parent.
Motorcyclist killed in crash with truck in Hei Hei, Christchurch named
Liam Michael Ryan-Morris, 35, was killed when his motorcycle and a truck collided.
Teen who died swimming at Christchurch beach was about to start university
The popular teen drew a crowd of at least 300 at his tangi.
‘Track them down’: Fury over campaign to hunt down Israeli soldiers holidaying in NZ
Jewish groups have slammed the hotline, saying it has 'crossed the line'.
‘Definitely a little unusual’: Summer snow surprises South Island
Snow is falling on Mt Hutt as cold southerlies sweep across the South Island.
‘Couldn’t see how nobody had been killed’: Holidaymakers shaken after tree hits campervan
Large tree fell during wild storm last night.
Lockdown idea leads to NZ-made jeans with Japanese twist
A lockdown idea led to a high-quality jeans dream.
Severe thunderstorm warning for parts of Canterbury
Residents of the Hurunui and Waimakariri districts should expect heavy rain and hail.
New Zealand’s cheapest suburbs: Where to buy a house for less than $500,000
The city with the most property bargains revealed.
'New epidemic': AI-generated child sex abuse pics found in NZ
Customs warns it is taking action and has several cases before the courts.
Motorcyclist dead after crash with truck in Chch
Motorists are being told to take an alternative route and expect delays.
Disgraced car dealer sent customer photos of excrement & genitalia
The ex-dealer has had multiple rulings made against him by a vehicle disputes tribunal.
Shootings, fires, and more: Alarming rise in cruel acts against protected birds
Nineteen incidents were recorded nationwide in the past three months.
What can New Zealanders expect for the 2025 Year of the Snake?
Chinese New Year kicks off on January 29 and lasts 19 days until February 16.
Military medals among items stolen in spate of Canterbury burglaries
Three separate incidents have been reported in the region since the start of the year.
Body of missing teenage swimmer found on Christchurch beach
The 19-year-old male went missing about 3pm yesterday.
Tiny town’s biggest sporting day in 120 years as it hosts Super Rugby’s greatest rivalry
Tiny Canterbury town of Kirwee counts down to kickoff between the Crusaders and Blues.
Search suspended for missing swimmer at Christchurch beach
Several people on the beach were spotted with binoculars.
Turkish Airlines' NZ flights: The airport that would roll out the welcome rug
The airline and Auckland Airport are coy on details.
Revealed: New Zealand’s most-stolen car last year
The Auckland region recorded the most vehicle thefts last year.
Editorial: New South Island Minister a welcome boost for underappreciated Mainlanders
EDITORIAL: New minister says he will bring a loud voice to the people of the south.
Search warrants executed in Christchurch after woman dies following Waikato brawl
The 42-year-old died after a violent brawl in broad daylight.
Prestigious boys' college cancels centenary celebrations amid sex abuse allegations
A former staff member faces 11 charges of sexual abuse against four boys.
Auckland murder-suicide ‘tragic example’ of family violence epidemic, says coroner
Coroner reveals details of violent relationship that ended in murder-suicide.
Air NZ apologises after Chch cat takes return trip to Oz
Mittens clocked up more than 11 hours of flying over two days.
‘Callous’: Thieves pinch bronze plaques from disaster memorial
More than 20 plaques have been stolen from the Ballantynes fire memorial in Christchurch.
Mayor hits back after Trump claims US split the atom
Trump appears to rewrite history while talking about US achievements at his inauguration.
QV figures: How much has your home lost since the market peak?
We can't say 'peak to trough' because we don't yet know if we have hit rock bottom.
Family rescued after getting into difficulty at Piha beach
Surf Lifesaving New Zealand is warning beachgoers to swim between the flags.
‘He wasn’t going anywhere': Elite cyclists' high-speed chase to collar bike thief
Professional cyclists took off after a $15k road bike was allegedly pinched.
Pigeons vs Prisons: Vertigo pulse system used as Corrections, AT battle bird poo deluge
Bringing Symterra to the skies: Government agencies face off against avian adversaries.
Editorial: The lessons of Lou Vincent
OPINION: The cricketer's fall from grace can teach us many lessons.
Second weekend whale stranding in South Island
30 pilots whales stranded in Golden Bay, and a beaked whale came ashore in Christchurch.