1 person seriously injured in Christchurch Akaroa Rd crash involving car and cyclist
One person in a serious condition was transported to hospital by helicopter. The St John spokesperson said one…
Out-of-control North Canterbury vegetation fire sparks major response
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North Canterbury man charged after 500 South Island graffiti tags
“Not only was the offender spray painting his ‘tag’ everywhere, he was also taking videos of his offending…
Shayne Kavanaugh sentenced for violent Canterbury home invasions
The court heard Kavanaugh and his co-offenders were associated with the Mongrel Mob. According to the summary of…
Swiss tourist Patrick Keusch admits causing crash that killed Glenda Douglas
The court heard that there was no sentencing date available until the new year, despite defence lawyer Grant…
One dead after two-vehicle crash closes State Highway 73 near Sheffield
Jazlyn Whales Journalist·NZ Herald· 19 Nov, 2025 06:00 AMQuick Read Subscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require…
Rolleston’s Clearview Primary and Waitaha School, announce closure after asbestos found in Kmart Magic Sand products
“The board understands that this will be distressing and inconvenient for our school community, however our primary concern…
Canterbury military museum owner open to changing controversial Nazi exhibit
A parent, who did not want to be identified, raised concerns the display glorified the division and the…
Darfield, Canterbury fire: Crews respond to large scrub blaze
Local resident Dean Jenkins said he and others were among the first on the scene when the blaze…
Canterbury v Otago: Canterbury battle back to win first NPC title since 2017
For Otago, their wait for a title goes on, having last won 27 years ago when they beat…
MP Matt Doocey ‘pretty disappointed’ after rock thrown through car window
“If this was you or you have information, please contact Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.” Speaking with…
Adam Brook sentenced for sexual violation of Canterbury teenage girl
“I felt unable to stand up for myself. You dragged me through some of the toughest times of…