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'Sustainable, resilient': $44 million renewable energy plan for Christchurch Hospital
Two new biomass boilers have been installed to replace the current coal-fired boilers.
Tractor tragedy: Pond death of pregnant mum, toddler sparks safety warning
The pair died in 2018 after their tractor lost control and slipped into a reservoir.
30 crashes in south this week as NZ hit with strong winds, snow
More rain, wind and snow is forecast over the coming days.
'The edge of what's possible': Kiwi attempting first unsupported crossing of Antarctica
The journey is expected to take about 110 days.
Fatality and serious injuries after two crashes overnight
A person has died and several others seriously injured in Canterbury and Upper Hutt.
'I really wanted to kill you': Pool rage man convicted of trying to drown lifeguard
"You should be glad I let you up because I really wanted to kill you."
Analysis: Everyone wants saliva testing in MIQ, so why are we still waiting?
Progress on saliva testing is going at a snail's pace, and it's not MIQ workers' fault.
Bomb unit called to museum over 100-year-old antiseptic
The New Zealand Defence Force Explosive Ordance Disposal unit has been dispatched.
Wild weather: South Island battered by wind, snow
Rain and snow has already affected some southern roads.
Police seek witnesses to serious crash that injured four
Two people remain in hospital in a serious but stable condition.
NZ exclusive: Fergie to discuss new novel at Christchurch book festival
The Duchess of York will ZOOM into the WORD festival in August.
'I've got to get out': Hero golfers reveal horror of wedding day chopper crash
The players were two holes away from the end of their round when the helicopter crashed.
100 texts a day: Jilted man threatened to torch ex's car with her in it
One hundred day relationship ends in angry threat to 'get your car and burn you in it'.
Queenstown moving to reduce reliance on tourism
The district was one of the hardest hit in the country when the borders shut.
Polar blast: Wind toppling trees, severe weather on the way
Much of the North Island was colder than the south at 7am on Tuesday.
Car lands on roof after two car crash
Police were called to the crash in Dunedin at 6.58pm on Monday.
Scan your drool: How MIQ saliva testing will work
It was estimated between 6000 and 20,000 saliva tests would be done per week.
Young Farmer of the Year named
First time competitor and Taranaki/Manawatu finalist wins Young Farmer Grand Final.
Backyard dumping could escalate under user-pays rubbish plan - tenants group
The plan is to reduce waste with a separate charge instead of including it in rates.
Southern cancer treatment outsourced to Christchurch
A rapidly expanding cancer waiting list forced the SDHB to outsource 200 patients.
Wedding helicopter crash: New bride speaks - 'please tell me it's a nightmare'
The bride at the centre of the Canterbury wedding helicopter crash speaks about ordeal.
'It's horrendous, I felt sick': Parents react to 20 rapes reported in school survey
A total of 725 girls, aged between 12 and 18, took part in the first survey of its kind.
Revealed: Why new allegation of abuse against Peter Ellis was dismissed
The reasons were released in a Supreme Court judgment today.
Documents reveal government offered to pay millions to Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto owns 80 per cent of New Zealand Aluminium Smelters.
One dead after Christchurch house fire
The fire broke out on Silvester St in Woolston at about 11.53am.
Parents 'kidnap' son from Oranga Tamariki care after latest violence complaints
More allegations of abuse emerge from youths in Oranga Tamariki's Christchurch residence.
No firm commitment from Wellington and Auckland mayors to run again
Lianne Dalziel won't be running again, while Andy Foster and Phil Goff remain undecided.
'Buggered': Flood survivor reunited with truck, cellphone
The Canterbury plasterer and horse trainer was rescued from the raging Hawkins River.
Secret settlement: CDHB won't release details of medical officer's departure
Dr Alistair Humphrey resigned after being reinstated to his position in April.
Lianne Dalziel: It's time for a new direction in my life
Lianne Dalziel has announced she will not be seeking re-election in 2022.
Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel calls time
Long-serving politician says she would have needed her late husband by her side.
Light rail for Christchurch? It's possible, new report finds
'Each scenario has strengths and weaknesses,' mayor says.
Lorde's NZ tour: 10,000 Electric Avenue tickets sold in two days
The festival will kick off at North Hagley Park on February 26 next year.