Canterbury
Corrections not told of murderer's convictions while on life parole, inquest hears
The Coroner's Court has heard there was no record of Corrections being told about a murderer receiving further convictions while on parole.
'Do the right thing': Police appeal to suspect in Bexley Park stabbing
A man seen arguing at a park is being urged to think of the victim and a family at his bedside hoping he will recover from being stabbed multiple times.
Bexley Park stabbing: Police appeal for information on persons of interest
A man wearing orange high-vis and a woman in a long white dress seen leaving the scene of a stabbing in Christchurch yesterday are being sought by police.
Bexley Park stabbing: Residents raise safety concerns with councillor
There has been growing safety concerns in parts of Christchurch following a stabbing yesterday morning, a Linwood ward councillor says. Audio
'Many unanswered questions remain' - Families of two murdered women tell court
It has been an emotionally charged day at the coroner's court in Christchurch, as a joint inquest into a 2018 murder and sudden death got under way.
Police increase patrols after dog-walker repeatedly stabbed in Bexley, Christchurch
A dog-walker repeatedly stabbed during an early-morning attack was found by his family after his pet returned home without him, prompting a search.
Man critically injured in Christchurch assault
A police search is under way after a man was seriously injured in an assault in Bexley.
Scientist's dairy factory concerns over unsafe drinking water
Hundreds of Waimate residents are still without a safe drinking water supply - a scientist thinks wastewater from a nearby dairy factory could be part of the problem.
Replanting begins in coastal park damaged by fire sparked by fireworks
Replanting has started at a North Canterbury coastal park that a fire tore through 10 days ago.
Christchurch eye surgeon pleads guilty to firearms charges
A Christchurch eye surgeon charged with attacking a Lyttelton couple in their home has pleaded guilty to three firearms charges.
'It's a catch-22': Timaru council proposes to retain gambling policy
Timaru District Council is proposing to retain its gambling policy, which does not include any bans to new venues or machines.
Christchurch's Hillmorton Hospital extended care mental health unit unit may close
The National Party believes a growing number of mental health facilities could be in jeopardy because there aren't enough workers to staff them.
TAB records turnover of $7.5m from Christchurch's Cup day
Betting operators have reported a record breaking take for Cup day in Christchurch yesterday.
Focus switches from racehorses to farm breeds as A & P Show opens
Animals ranging from the traditional horses to pet rats will be in the spotlight when the New Zealand Agricultural Show opens its gates today. Audio
Crowds return to Addington Raceway for Christchurch Cup Day
Races are underway as thousands of punters look on at Christchurch's Addington Raceway for the New Zealand Trotting Cup today.
Christchurch deputy mayor wins recount by 8 votes
Pauline Cotter has been confirmed as a Christchurch City Councillor following a judicial recount today, and will retain her role as deputy mayor.
In pictures: Thousands turn out for Christchurch's Cup and Show
About 15,000 people have gathered at Christchurch's Addington Raceway for the Cup and Show.
Big post-lockdown crowds expected during Christchurch's Cup and Show week
Bars and restaurants in Christchurch are preparing for a bumper few days as Cup and Show week gets under way.
Mid-Canterbury volunteer firefighters remain on duty amid union action
The Ashburton mayor will be answering his pager if he can, with local volunteer firefighters continuing to respond during the union strike action.
Woodend residents relieved to return home following bush fire evacuations
Residents are preparing to return home after a fire work sparked a major blaze in North Canterbury.
