Editorial: 13 years on from deadly Christchurch earthquake, and a city still under repair
There have been success stories, but many ugly gaps remain.
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PM thanks 'heroes' battling Port Hills fire on ChCh quake anniversary
The cause of the fire, which is still active, is being investigated.
'His approach was one of avoidance': Lawyer who owed $223k in taxes suspended
Christopher Persson didn't pay any taxes for nearly 11 years.
Port Hills fire: State of Emergency lifted, fire crews to scale back efforts
Fenz is scaling back efforts as Christchurch transitions to the 'recovery phase'.
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Chinese national killed in West Coast house bus fire
A Chinese national was killed in the blaze.
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Christchurch terrorist mulled attacks a year ahead
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Jailed rapist claims sexsomnia made him offend, Supreme Court to hear his case
He maintains he was asleep when he raped the woman and has no memory of the attack.
'Dangerous' forestry practice leaves Port Hills at risk of more blazes - resident
A Port Hills resident says forestry is to blame for the blaze that devastated the region.
Christchurch far-right activist sentenced for possessing a prohibited firearm
The former leader of a white nationalist group says he's stepping back from activism.
Kiwi sports star back in court after Christchurch incident
He is accused of wilful damage and taking a $10,000 car but has name suppression.
'Suspicious activity': Police speak to two people seen on walking track before Port Hills fire
Police have spoken to them - and others in the area - as part of a major probe.
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Rain brings relief to deep-seated Port Hills fire
Fire crews say the rain is welcome but makes conditions more slippery.
One dead in house bus fire on West Coast
Emergency services attended the incident in Westland at 4am.
All Blacks star to miss entire Super Rugby Pacific season
The Crusaders have been dealt an injury blow on the eve of the season.
Big profit hit for NZ's largest listed retirement company
Market conditions, the phasing of new main buildings take a toll on the business.
Canterbury fires: Residents to return home as wind ramps up Waikari Valley blaze
Waipara residents will be returning home, as fire crews battle strong winds.
'Significant health hazards’ may force police stations to be closed nationwide
At one station, staff know it's raining when water comes out of sockets in the walls.
Port Hills fire: Half of hotspots 'eliminated', crews to work overnight
Overnight drone flights across the Port Hills identified 58 hotspots.
Private drone flown near Port Hills fire grounds helicopters for up to an hour
The private drone presented a safety risk to firefighting crews.
Drones identify hotspots in Port Hills fires ahead of forecast winds
86 firefighters and other personnel are working on the fire today.
Super Sun-day: ‘Significant jump in temperatures’ on way
There’s more hot air on the way, especially for some South Islanders, MetService says.
Prosecution of property developer pointless, judge says
Charges against Dave Henderson described as "waste of taxpayers' money" by judge.
Fire crews keep watch after Ashburton blaze contained
Blaze burned building and line of hedge but firefighters say it is now contained.
‘Not acceptable to us, customers’: Woolworths apologises for pest problems
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'70 per cent contained': Port Hills still burning, but overnight threats 'nullified'
Lead firefighter says blaze will be 'long-duration incident'. Probe into cause continues.