District planning to trial the country’s first rubber road
The first rubber road in New Zealand is being planned in the Selwyn District, Canterbury. Selwyn’s council is…
Two antibiotic-resistant superbugs found at Christchurch Hospital
Health NZ has confirmed two separate outbreaks of superbugs at Christchurch Hospital. Two different strains of antibiotic antibiotic-resistant…
Winners claim share of $55m Lotto Powerball prize
The three lucky ticket holders who won a share of Saturday’s $55 million Jackpot have come forward to…
Severe thunderstorm warning lifted for Canterbury after large hail hits
A severe thunderstorm warning issued this afternoon for parts of Canterbury has been lifted. Shortly before 3pm, MetService…
Killer made 600 calls to victim before stabbing frenzy
A man who harassed and stalked a woman, making nearly 600 calls to her in two weeks, hid…
How a violent, possessive stalker became a killer
Thirteen years after being sentenced for kidnapping his ex-partner, holding her hostage for 38 hours on Great Barrier…
National ticketing system rolls out on Christchurch public transport
When the New Zealand Transport Agency signed off on an integrated national ticketing system in 2009, John Key…
Parking camera car sparks public outcry in Ashburton
There has been public backlash to a trial of a camera-fitted car catching overstaying parkers in Ashburton. Ashburton…
Three men found guilty of murdering missing man Anaru Moana
A jury has found three men guilty of murdering South Canterbury man Anaru Moana. Hayden Burt, Aaron Boden…
Sale of historic high-country station expected to draw global interest
Strong global interest is anticipated in the sale of a historic high-country station in Canterbury’s Southern Alps. Mt…
Canterbury vegetation fire that destroyed 3 structures contained
A vegetation fire that destroyed three structures in Canterbury has been contained after a response from a dozen…
Teen took own life after porn triggered mental health struggle
Warning: This story discusses suicide and mental health, and may upset some readers. A teenager’s suicide has highlighted…