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The man reversed his vehicle into the police car twice.
Canterbury wildfire spreading at pine forest
Five helicopters have been working to control the blaze.
'Outstanding': Police Commissioner celebrates mass gang arrests
Every patched member of the Christchurch Comancheros chapter has been arrested.
Five teens arrested in Canterbury after vehicle theft spree, tunnel collision
Police say the driving could easily have resulted in someone being killed.
Retired Hamilton guide dog and 'reading buddy' wins title of NZ's 'Top Dog with a Job'
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'Very large dent': Police say mass gang arrests have disrupted drug trade
Police arrest 18 men as part of an 8-month-long investigation.
Top of the table: Magpies' dream season start continues with victory over Canterbury
The Magpies scored four tries to hit the top of the NPC ladder.
Man found guilty of murdering Christchurch dog walker in fatal stabbing
The jury rejected Bailey Messervy's defence that he did not intend to kill Nigel Wilson.
Revealed: How much NZR will have to pay MacDonald after All Blacks exit
Contracted for four years as an assistant, Leon MacDonald is gone after five tests.
Preserving a 160-year legacy: What to expect from this year’s Christchurch Show
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One athlete was seriously injured.
‘Broken and beautiful things’: Kiwi journalist documents Palestinian life under occupation
Freelance videographer and journalist Cole Yeoman spent two months in the West Bank.
Editorial: Luxon's stark message for councils to rein in spending comes at the right time
OPINION: The PM didn't mince his words when telling councils to watch their spending.
‘Worth a phone call’: Wallabies urged to pounce on MacDonald after All Blacks exit
The 46-year-old left his post in a shock departure earlier this month.
The Kiwis making millions from turning a popcorn maker into a home coffee roaster
Frustration over not being able to roast beans at home drove the innovation.
'Beautiful soul': Family devastated after son dies in motorcycle accident on Indonesian holiday
Jacob Lenton was on his first overseas trip with mates when the tragedy happened.
Diamonds and death threats: The business of thrifting
The Herald meets a Christchurch couple who op-shop for profit.
Ministry apologises after telling sick beneficiary to supply CV
'I actually really stressed about this' - The beneficiary received the letter by accident.
‘I know bugger all about it’: Mayor on LIV Golf coming to Christchurch
The controversial tour has visited a Christchurch golf course as it looks to branch out.
Alleged killer of Yanfei Bao appears in court
Tingjun Cao has appeared for the first time since Yanfei Bao's remains were found.
Christchurch school temporarily closes after online hoax threat, classes resume midmorning
The primary school received a threatening email overnight.
'Not just a footy game': Kiwis captain calls for return of Anzac Test
'We’ll keep pushing, because it means a lot.'
First XV rugby: The battle for South Island supremacy
A preview of the South Island First XV final.
Team Dunn hopeful strength in numbers will bring Addington success
'There [are] not many of the 16 you would be surprised if they won.'
Kiwis to host Australia, Tonga as Pacific Championships return confirmed
The Kiwi Ferns will also host Australia, and travel to face Papua New Guinea.
Korean ski team including Olympian involved in triple-fatal Canterbury crash
'Losing so many lives at once is shocking and our hearts go out to those involved.'
Hit new film Bookworm inspires creation of 'panther' pie
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