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Home / Canterbury

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Emergency alert helps find missing Christchurch woman
Christchurch

Emergency alert helps find missing Christchurch woman

Police say she was found by a member of the public.

24 Jul 09:24 AM
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Tatau, or malofie, is a traditional Samoan tattoo signifying cultural identity.

24 Jul 06:43 AM
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'I want answers': Tensions rise as man refuses to leave council meeting

A speaker demanded answers about a pit dispute on his property.

24 Jul 04:52 AM

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'Evolving and innovating': New Zealand's top holiday park named
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'Evolving and innovating': New Zealand's top holiday park named

An annual ceremony has celebrated the best of New Zealand's 280 holiday parks.

24 Jul 04:51 AM
'Not looking great': NZ in for 'dramatic change' as severe weather looms next week
New Zealand

'Not looking great': NZ in for 'dramatic change' as severe weather looms next week

A meteorologist warns settled weather is coming to a close.

24 Jul 04:00 AM
Cafe protests minister's parking charges at famous tourist spot
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Cafe protests minister's parking charges at famous tourist spot

24 Jul 03:35 AM
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Why NZ beef exporters are bracing for new EU trade hurdles

23 Jul 11:15 PM
'I've never felt so comfortable': Aussie star on her netball family in Auckland
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'I've never felt so comfortable': Aussie star on her netball family in Auckland

23 Jul 11:01 PM
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'Incredibly distressing': Man, 36, charged with murder after woman's death in Christchurch

23 Jul 10:20 PM
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All Blacks review: Best player, biggest concern and where they missed a trick
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All Blacks review: Best player, biggest concern and where they missed a trick

OPINION: There were bright lights for Scott Robertson, but also concerns about depth.

23 Jul 06:00 PM
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A wish upon a shooting star: Can Ellie Bird get her crowning glory?
New Zealand

A wish upon a shooting star: Can Ellie Bird get her crowning glory?

It's her last game before retiring, and the Tactix goal shoot has been here before.

23 Jul 06:00 PM
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Business

Has the rental market flatlined? Median rental prices down, 'affordability ceiling' curbing rises

First time since 2009 the median national rent price had gone down, Cotality says.

23 Jul 05:00 PM
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Richard Harman: Groundswell's influence grows amid climate policy debate
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Richard Harman: Groundswell's influence grows amid climate policy debate

Agribusiness & Trade: The dilemma of consensus among farmers on policy decisions.

23 Jul 05:00 PM
Irishman comes via Australia to partner Kiwi in bid for history
Racing

Irishman comes via Australia to partner Kiwi in bid for history

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23 Jul 05:00 PM
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Aidan Gent: Why NZ farmers must embrace future-proofing change
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Aidan Gent: Why NZ farmers must embrace future-proofing change

To future-proof our food and fibre industry, looking at our land differently is needed

23 Jul 04:59 PM
'No skin off our nose': CEO on US tariffs impact on butter venture
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'No skin off our nose': CEO on US tariffs impact on butter venture

Open Country looks to the United States to boost its trade as its butter venture opens

23 Jul 04:59 PM
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Rising powerhouse: India's tech boom offers opportunities for NZ usinesses
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Rising powerhouse: India's tech boom offers opportunities for NZ usinesses

India is where you go when looking for global capability hubs.

23 Jul 04:58 PM
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How NZ business leaders unlocked $1b in China trade opportunities
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How NZ business leaders unlocked $1b in China trade opportunities

Clean and green is still New Zealand’s drawcard

23 Jul 04:58 PM
Person in custody, reports of critical injuries in Christchurch suburb
Christchurch

Person in custody, reports of critical injuries in Christchurch suburb

Police and Hato Hone St John were called to the scene about 7.50pm.

23 Jul 10:03 AM
Black belt to black singlet for Kiwi flyer
Sport

Black belt to black singlet for Kiwi flyer

Auckland 22-year-old becomes second-fastest NZ woman over 1500m.

23 Jul 03:00 AM

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Fresh plea for safe parking for night shift staff at Christchurch Hospital

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Frank Film: Stories from the South, Episode 8: High on Culture
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All Blacks review: Best player, biggest concern and where they missed a trick
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23 Jul 06:00 PM
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A wish upon a shooting star: Can Ellie Bird get her crowning glory?
New Zealand

A wish upon a shooting star: Can Ellie Bird get her crowning glory?

It's her last game before retiring, and the Tactix goal shoot has been here before.

23 Jul 06:00 PM
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Richard Harman: Groundswell's influence grows amid climate policy debate
Opinion

Richard Harman: Groundswell's influence grows amid climate policy debate

Agribusiness & Trade: The dilemma of consensus among farmers on policy decisions.

23 Jul 05:00 PM
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Rising powerhouse: India's tech boom offers opportunities for NZ usinesses
Agribusiness report

Rising powerhouse: India's tech boom offers opportunities for NZ usinesses

India is where you go when looking for global capability hubs.

23 Jul 04:58 PM
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How NZ business leaders unlocked $1b in China trade opportunities
Agribusiness report

How NZ business leaders unlocked $1b in China trade opportunities

Clean and green is still New Zealand’s drawcard

23 Jul 04:58 PM
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'Give us 15 more years': SkyCity on Queenstown casino
Property

'Give us 15 more years': SkyCity on Queenstown casino

Internal Affairs, Police, Companies Office and Insolvency Service have cited no issues.

22 Jul 12:00 AM

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Chch baby murderer loses appeal over 'tainted' conviction claims
New Zealand

Chch baby murderer loses appeal over 'tainted' conviction claims

The Court of Appeal dismissed Michael Topp’s appeal against his murder conviction.

23 Jul 02:37 AM
Burglar causes $750k worth of damage to Queenstown homes
Christchurch

Burglar causes $750k worth of damage to Queenstown homes

It is believed the offender entered several properties during the 12-hour break-in spree.

23 Jul 02:26 AM
Police seek identity of mystery man after ‘concerning behaviour’ at school
Christchurch

Police seek identity of mystery man after ‘concerning behaviour’ at school

Man was seen at a Nelson school between 11.25am and 3.45pm on a Tuesday in the holidays.

23 Jul 02:01 AM
Why Ed Sheeran’s return to New Zealand hits all the right notes
Entertainment

Why Ed Sheeran’s return to New Zealand hits all the right notes

Sheeran: 'I keep saying to my wife we should move here ...'

23 Jul 02:00 AM
Flight frenzy: Qantas slashes prices for Australia-bound Kiwis
Travel

Flight frenzy: Qantas slashes prices for Australia-bound Kiwis

The sale lasts three days but the return leg is not included in the cut-price deal.

23 Jul 12:51 AM
‘Pulling my son’s integrity apart’: Mum reacts to coroner’s call for law change after charity boxing death
Christchurch

‘Pulling my son’s integrity apart’: Mum reacts to coroner’s call for law change after charity boxing death

Kain Parsons died on November 6, 2018, days after taking part in a charity boxing event.

22 Jul 10:00 PM
Opinion: The rise and fall of open-plan classrooms in NZ schools
Opinion

Opinion: The rise and fall of open-plan classrooms in NZ schools

OPINION: The Education Minster says open-plan classrooms in NZ schools are to be scrapped.

22 Jul 08:11 PM
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Nathan Limm: Kelly Jackson is the Silver Ferns' best choice for captain
Nathan Limm
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Nathan Limm: Kelly Jackson is the Silver Ferns' best choice for captain

OPINION: Ameliaranne Ekenasio will step away from international netball in 2025.

22 Jul 08:01 PM
Veteran drag racer died in 250km/h crash after parachute issue, coroner finds
New Zealand

Veteran drag racer died in 250km/h crash after parachute issue, coroner finds

Craig Smith was killed when his car veered off-track at nearly 250km/h in 2021.

22 Jul 05:00 PM
Ed Sheeran announces three NZ stadium shows for 2026
Entertainment

Ed Sheeran announces three NZ stadium shows for 2026

The singer was last on Kiwi shores in 2023 with his Mathematics Tour.

22 Jul 06:00 AM
Police name electric wheelchair user who died after being hit by a car in Ashburton
New Zealand

Police name electric wheelchair user who died after being hit by a car in Ashburton

The man was taken to a hospital after being struck by a car but died five days later.

22 Jul 04:09 AM
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Mama Hooch rapists accuse trial judge of bias, allege miscarriage of justice
New Zealand

Mama Hooch rapists accuse trial judge of bias, allege miscarriage of justice

Rapists Danny and Roberto Jaz are challenging their convictions through an appeal.

22 Jul 04:00 AM
Silver Ferns hopefuls shine in ANZ Premiership's pivotal season
Sport

Silver Ferns hopefuls shine in ANZ Premiership's pivotal season

Filda Vui leads with 28 two-point shots, showing her proficiency in attack.

22 Jul 12:35 AM
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'Give us 15 more years': SkyCity on Queenstown casino
Property

'Give us 15 more years': SkyCity on Queenstown casino

Internal Affairs, Police, Companies Office and Insolvency Service have cited no issues.

22 Jul 12:00 AM
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