Canterbury
FENZ still putting out wildfire near Waipara
Fire and Emergency says two helicopters have been dispatched to a wildfire in Canterbury.
Body found off Kaikōura coast
A man's body was spotted off the coast of the Haumuri Bluffs yesterday by a group of fishermen, police say.
Wildfire may take days to put out
It could take days to extinguish a wildfire burning in a Canterbury pine forest, Fire and Emergency says.
Around the motu: Jonathan Leask in Ashburton
Jonathan says the big story in Mid Canterbury recently has been the fate of a beloved recreational mecca - Lake Camp - with locals concerned about its low levels and the authorities saying 'let nature… Audio
Christchurch teen aiming for Worlds double
Luke Street, 15, hopes to qualify in two very different events: speed ice skating and Irish dancing.
'Nothing good happens after nine o'clock when you're out buying grog' - Chch mayor
Christchurch mayor Phil Mauger has added his voice to the call for the city to investigate 9pm closing for off-licence liquor outlets. Audio
'If you pick a flower today, I can't enjoy it tomorrow'
Flowers in public gardens are for everyone to enjoy and picking them just spoils it for others, the Christchurch Botanical Gardens director says. Audio
Staveley ice rink mulls helmet rules after fatal fall
Helmets remain "strongly recommended" at the Staveley Ice and Curling Rink as it waits to consider the outcomes of investigations into a tragic accident.
Council rejects minister's request to remove iwi representation
Council staff recommended elected members support the status quo, saying the current arrangement was working well and continued to have the support of Papatipu Rūnanga.
Man found guilty of murdering Christchurch dog walker
The jury rejected Bailey Messervy's defence that he did not intend to kill Nigel Wilson when he stabbed him.
Historic Hanmer building restoration hit by rising costs
The Hurunui District Council is seeking additional funding to complete the restoration of the historic Soldiers' Block in Hanmer Springs.
Fonterra to spend $75 million expanding Studholme site
The site will become a "hub for high value proteins" designed for "premium" products such as medical and sports nutrition.
Gardening guerilla aghast as council shuts down flower patch
Heath Ling planted out a barren strip at an intersection in Woolston, but Christchurch City Council banned him from tending it - saying it is a distraction to drivers. Audio
Building begins on NZ's largest solar farm
It will have about 300,000 solar panels and is expected to generate enough renewable energy to power close to 36,000 homes.
Snow, heavy rain in store for South Island on Sunday
Weather watches and warnings are in place, with some locals told to clear their drains and avoid low-lying areas.
MSD apologises for telling sickness beneficiary to send 'up-to-date' CV
"I was actually, really stressed about this - I was actually, really worried," says Keryn Densem, who the ministry admits was sent the letter by accident.
Globetrotting envoy Hamish Marr grows the New Zealand agriculture story
Methven farmer Hamish Marr is proud to showcase farmers' and growers' innovations to overseas governments "and anyone else who is buying our products". Audio
American company announces deal to fly to space from Canterbury
The first of several test flights is set for November from the new runway in Kaitorete Spit.
Rockfall cuts off major South Island highway
State Highway 73 between Arthur's Pass village and Otira Saturday midday.
Man accused of killing Yanfei Bao appears in court
It is the first time Tingjun Cao has appeared since the real estate agent's body was found.
