Join us for the climate strike
OPINION: Kiwis must demand stronger and more effective climate action from governments worldwide on September 27.
Rates cut has 'wide backing'
Mayoral hopeful Darryll Park says he can do away with rates increases in Christchurch.
$9.5m for health system review
The opposition says it could be 'a very expensive talk-fest'. The Health Minister has called it a 'once in a generation opportunity'.
Corrections in breach over prisoner care
A prisoner who injured his shoulder falling off a bunk bed had to wait nine weeks before seeing a doctor despite multiple requests.
Ski crash victim a 'gem'
Anita Graf's death in a "terrible accident" at Coronet Peak has shocked her tight-knit ski group.
Crime scene info 'significant'
Police forensic work at the home where Tony Waldron was found dead has been completed.
Snow and thunder on the way
Well, the sunshine was nice while it lasted. But you should prepare for 0 degree temps this week.
Generosity stuns grieving dad
Donors have chipped in $130k so a widowed father-of-six can cover his partner's funeral costs.
Do candidates know about the red zone?
A community group thinks Christchurch's local body candidates need to take a "red zone 101" course.
More beds at five prisons
Corrections is building eight new prison cell units that each sleep 122 people, at a cost of $406m.
Growth focus in Qtown race
Growing pains for an area that has become the face of NZ tourism are the focus of the Queenstown mayoral race.
Rents drop as offices sit empty
Suburban offices are sitting empty as more businesses shift into the newly rebuilt central Christchurch.
Council needs to free up $500m
OPINION: Following the sign-off of last year's Long Term Plan (LTP), Mayor Lianne Dalziel signalled fresh resolve to thrust partial asset sales back onto the agenda.
New ECan council must avoid conflicts
OPINION: A recent ruling by the Auditor-General is a first step towards the restoration of accountable regional governance.
Rates a central election issue
OPINION: Christchurch's mayor's perspective on rates rises seems unlikely to impress voters.
Christchurch council achievements
OPINION: After watching the councillors for three years, senior journalist Tina Law gives her view.
Gender pay victory or financial madness?
A big pay rise for the Dunedin City Council's chief executive has been called a victory for gender equality, but opponents say it is "financial madness".
Residents reluctant to recommend Christchurch
Locals love their city but not enough to recommend it to others, a new survey finds.
Councillor made teen feel 'unsafe'
A 13-year-old alleges Deon Swiggs gave him unwanted hugs and called him a "very attractive lad".
Dying man pushed to take case - judge
An insurance resolution service encouraged a dying man to pursue a weak case, High Court says.
Do candidates know about the red zone?
A community group thinks Christchurch's local body candidates need to take a "red zone 101" course.
New $9m School of Gymnastics building open
After spending years in a quake damaged building, the popular school finally has a new home.
Canterbury's economy still slowing
New report calls for efforts to increase visitor spending and attract new businesses before Chch regeneration slows.
Stadium plan to save Chch $200m
Christchurch ratepayers could save up to $250m if the rest of the region helps stump up the cash for a new stadium.
Join us for the climate strike
OPINION: Kiwis must demand stronger and more effective climate action from governments worldwide on September 27.
Expand primary care, cut hospitals
OPINION: Hospital and non-hospital sectors need to work more closely together, under just four DHBs.
Dying man pushed to take case - judge
An insurance resolution service encouraged a dying man to pursue a weak case, High Court says.
Do candidates know about the red zone?
A community group thinks Christchurch's local body candidates need to take a "red zone 101" course.
New $9m School of Gymnastics building open
After spending years in a quake damaged building, the popular school finally has a new home.
Canterbury's economy still slowing
New report calls for efforts to increase visitor spending and attract new businesses before Chch regeneration slows.
Paddon fastest ever in the forest
Record-breaking rally star still has 'unfinished business' at Ashley Forest.
Paddon lured in by the forest
After a year of planning, Kiwi rally ace needs just 54 seconds of perfection.
New Highlander wants opportunities
Crusader Ngane Punivai didn't need to look far for advice when weighing up a shift south to the Highlanders.
Manawatū shock Canterbury
The Turbos withstood a furious second half rally to upset Canterbury in Christchurch.
Recap: Canterbury v Manawatū
The Turbos upset the red-and-blacks in a thrilling encounter in Christchurch.
Dance winner triumphs over redundancy
She was only a "good dancer on a Friday night in town". Within weeks, she won a dance competition.
Fleetwood Mac's last NZ show
Fleetwood Mac's five-date New Zealand tour comes to an end on Saturday. Organisers say fans should expect a busy night.
The renegade fighter - now and Zed
Zed guitarist Ben Campbell on going from rock star to restaurateur.
'Hiding from Stevie Nicks'
As the Fleetwood Mac star arrived in 2009, Kiwi musician Adam McGrath had to hide quickly - in a hedge.
