New Zealand police have carried out raids in relation to suspected breaches of sanctions against Russia, obtaining a restraining order for a property in Christchurch, though no charges have yet been laid.

Around 50 motorcyclists gathered at the Christchurch Law Courts to protest increases in ACC levies and are seeking a High Court judicial review of the decision.

Police in Canterbury tracked a convoy of vehicles north of Christchurch and intercepted them with a 'skilfully executed' checkpoint. The operation targeted an 'anti-social road user gathering'.

Armed police swarmed a street in Christchurch, New Zealand, resulting in the arrest of one person. Authorities confirmed that no one was hurt during the incident.

An 81-year-old woman who had been missing for four days in Christchurch was found alive on the grass next to a highway. This discovery brought an end to the search efforts.

State Highway 1 north of Christchurch, New Zealand, was closed following a serious two-vehicle crash near Spotswood on Monday morning.

A Christchurch City councillor is defending his proposal to toll neighboring Selwyn and Waimakariri regions, arguing other councils need to contribute their fair share.

A Christchurch council committee is assessing interest from housing providers for earthquake-damaged 'red-zoned' land, though a group advocating for community use of the land has expressed concerns about selling parcels for housing.

Christchurch, New Zealand, is experiencing its driest May on record, with rainfall forecast for parts of the country this weekend.

A scientist has announced the rediscovery of a cross-pollinating bee species in Christchurch, New Zealand, after it had not been observed for 65 years. The finding highlights the importance of continued ecological searches.

Australian property investors are reportedly looking to New Zealand, specifically Christchurch, Wellington, and Auckland, to find real estate bargains, indicating a cross-Tasman interest in the housing market.

Seven fire trucks responded to a blaze at a pine plantation between Glentunnel and Windwhistle, causing a partial blockage of State Highway 77.

Details have emerged from police negotiations with a Christchurch 'mass shooting' suspect, who reportedly stated, 'Don't expect me to give up'.

A significant emergency service presence is at the scene of a house fire in Christchurch, where two people are critically injured and others may be missing.

Cabinet has approved a $13.9 million expansion for Christchurch Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, increasing bed capacity from 44 to 54 and adding more private space.

An inquest into the 2014 death of baby Soul Mathew Turany in Christchurch Hospital has heard that his mother and her partner are likely suspects.

Constable Jonathan Fris told the Christchurch High Court how he was working that New Years Eve.

A charge has been dropped against a man in Christchurch whose partner was fatally shot by police, marking a significant development in the case.

A house fire occurred in Christchurch in the early morning, with one person safely evacuating the single-story home.

The appeal filed by the Christchurch mosque shooter against his convictions has been rejected, with the court deeming it 'utterly devoid of merit'.

After their home was ransacked, flatmates in Christchurch successfully tracked down their stolen belongings following a robbery, demonstrating their resourcefulness.

A woman has died in hospital following a late-night crash in Christchurch. The incident led to her succumbing to her injuries.

A Thai massage business in Christchurch, New Zealand, operating as Diamond Thai, was fined for exploiting five migrant workers by charging them a premium for their employment.

Police are searching for missing woman Rowena Walker in Christchurch's red zone, expressing grave concerns and considering foul play.

Christchurch’s new stadium: The best (and worst) seats in the house  NZ Herald

Police were dispatched to a Christchurch home following reports of firearm possession, with a continued presence expected in the area as inquiries proceed.

Police in Christchurch, New Zealand, have launched an investigation into an unexplained death after officers were called to a property on Main North Road in Papanui.

Dairy workers in Christchurch were injured during two armed robberies that occurred minutes apart.

To commemorate its centenary, Queen Anne Chocolates put a 50-year-old box of its iconic chocolates on display at its new factory in Christchurch. The exhibit served as a "treasure" marking the company's long history.

A firm in Christchurch, New Zealand, is currently under investigation for allegedly operating a pyramid scheme that promised rapid wealth to participants.

A person was injured after multiple explosions triggered a house fire in Schiedam on Friday evening, with neighbors reporting hearing several blasts just before the blaze erupted.

The New Zealand Taxpayers’ Union discovered that the country's ministry provided $30,000 in taxpayer funds to Asturlab Cultural Centre, a Muslim charitable trust in Christchurch, for a Gaza advocacy campaign.

Additional shows have been announced for the 'Forever Enz Tour' by the band Split Enz, with new dates added for Hamilton and Christchurch in early May.

A 45-year-old man linked to a religious organization with Pacific ties is set to appear in Christchurch District Court facing charges of rape, strangulation, and indecent assault.

'Massive explosion': Two seriously injured after house fire in Christchurch suburb  NZ Herald

The woman was taken to Christchurch Hospital by ambulance and underwent surgery.

A Jetstar plane swerved off the Christchurch runway due to pilot error and poor training, according to a TAIC report.

A coroner will conduct an inquest into the 2022 fatal stabbing of Laisa Waka Tunidau, a mother of four, by a patient at Hillmorton Hospital in Christchurch.

Lengthy prison sentences for two of Christchurch's most prolific sex offenders have been upheld by a High Court judge.

Remembrances took place in Christchurch to observe and honour the victims of two terror attacks on mosques that killed scores of worshipers seven years ago, media reports said Sunday. Fifty-one…

As the seventh anniversary of the Christchurch mosque attacks approaches, Muslims in the city express fears that hate is on the rise, remembering the incident where 51 people were murdered.

'Body in the boot' trial: Man guilty of murdering, dismembering Christchurch father  NZ Herald

Police also seized cash, methamphetamine, guns and cars while raiding properties in Christchurch and north Canterbury.

Aldous Harding – One Stop The song One Stop by the kiwi-chanteuse Hanna Harding, or just Aldous Harding, from Christchurch, New Zealand, is the song of the week according to Pitchfork Media.

Society Insider: Real estate $2 billion power couple’s big plans for Christchurch  NZ Herald

While seven Christchurch City Council members voted for it, others said it was a breach of human rights and could spark protests itself.

Tens of millions of litres of sewage could be pumped into the ocean each day, but the level of treatment and the length of the discharge are still not public knowledge.

Jetstar has announced its first direct flight route connecting Christchurch, New Zealand, with Perth, Australia.

Little River, about 30 kilometres south of Christchurch, was badly flooded in February and last May.

Police say the person had been in a critical condition in Christchurch Hospital.

A child has been seriously injured after being hit by a car in a driveway in Christchurch, New Zealand, with police officers present at the scene of the incident.

A father and son in Christchurch, New Zealand, were hospitalized after a severe dog attack described as a 'bloodbath'.

WorkSafe will not take further action against a Christchurch childcare centre that used industrial sanitiser instead of detergent on a water slide due to human error.

A man has died following an e-scooter crash in Christchurch, New Zealand. Police are currently seeking witnesses to the incident.

An Air New Zealand aircraft became mired in mud near the runway at Christchurch Airport, causing disruptions.

Residents in Christchurch's eastern suburbs are expressing relief over progress made in addressing a persistent stench emanating from the Bromley plant. The foul odor has plagued the area for nearly five years since a fire at the facility.

Valerie Hargrave, an 81-year-old Christchurch woman reported missing last week in Woolston, was found 'extremely cold' after five days.

Police are searching for the driver of a white car who stopped at the scene of a fatal crash in Christchurch, New Zealand, but then left. The driver may possess crucial information regarding the incident.

A man unauthorizedly entered The Press newsroom in Christchurch, with a staffer reporting he made threats referencing the Charlie Hebdo terror attack.

One person died in a row house fire in Jämsä, Finland, with police not suspecting foul play, while a fatal house fire in Christchurch, New Zealand, started in a bedroom and no charges will be laid. Investigations are ongoing in both incidents.

A new $103 million development in central Christchurch features a pool, padel courts, and a shared penthouse, marking a significant addition to the city's urban landscape.

The Christchurch city council is exploring the possibility of installing an ice skating rink in Cathedral Square, with the council potentially covering set-up costs and hire fees covering operational costs over three months, as part of revitalization efforts.

Authorities report that two teenagers responsible for a deadly shooting at a San Diego mosque were inspired by extremist online content, including the 2019 Christchurch massacre in New Zealand.

Loaded weapons and a Nazi uniform were discovered at the Christchurch home of Artemiy Dubovskiy, also known as Troy, who died in a police stand-off less than two weeks after the 2019 mosque terror attack.

A New Zealand Corrections staffer resigned while under investigation for an inappropriate relationship with an inmate at Christchurch Women's Prison, after having assessed and granted the inmate parole.

Three people were injured in reported stabbings in the Linwood suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. Hato Hone St John reported that one person sustained serious injuries, and two others were in moderate condition.

Rare white-tailed eagles have drawn photographers and birdwatchers from across the country to Christchurch, eager to catch a glimpse of the majestic birds.

Residents north of Christchurch, New Zealand, are expressing alarm as work is set to resume on extracting gravel from the Waimakariri River for the Woodend Bypass project.

Multiple road rage incidents have been reported, including one in Telangana, India, where a man was dragged on a car bonnet for 2 km, and another in Christchurch, New Zealand, which left a man seriously injured and led to two arrests.

A New Zealand court has dismissed the appeal filed by the gunman responsible for the 2019 Christchurch mosque attacks, deeming it 'utterly devoid of merit.'

Police have launched an investigation in Christchurch after a baby was admitted to the hospital with serious, unexplained injuries, leaving the mother desperate for answers.

Police in Christchurch, New Zealand, are investigating after a baby suffered unexplained injuries at a property on Barbadoes Street, with several officers seen at the scene.

An opinion piece from RNZ reviews the opening night of Christchurch's new Te Kaha stadium, concluding that it delivers for the city and examining the highs and lows of the event.

Residents of Christchurch, New Zealand, are claiming that action on the persistent smell from the Bromley sewage treatment plant should have been taken sooner, a claim rejected by Mayor Phil Mauger.

A person sustained serious injuries in a two-vehicle collision that occurred south of Christchurch, New Zealand.

Emergency services responded to a property in Papanui, New Zealand, where an unexplained death occurred, which authorities later determined not to be suspicious.

The documentary "Prime Minister," which explores Jacinda Ardern's balance of motherhood and leadership during crises like the COVID-19 lockdowns and the Christchurch terror attack, has been nominated for two Emmy Awards.

Employees from two businesses in Christchurch were hospitalized following aggravated robberies, with police investigating to identify offenders and determine if the incidents are linked.

Christchurch councillors have voted to increase aeration at the Bromley sewage ponds in an effort to combat a persistent putrid stench that has affected residents since a plant fire in 2021.

A new whare has opened at Barnardos' Christchurch care residence, offering residents and their families a dedicated space for meetings, learning, and healing outside the facility.

Police are appealing for information after four masked individuals entered a store on Christchurch's Main South Road, stole items, and fled in a car during an aggravated robbery at approximately 7:30 PM.

Stuff Group has announced the closure of its Petone printing plant in 2027, with operations relocating to Christchurch, leading to the loss of 30 jobs.

A coroner has ruled that Corrections failed to properly monitor Alexander Nicholls-Braddock, who had ADHD and addiction problems, in Christchurch Men's Prison before he died by suicide.

Dense fog led to flight cancellations and delays at Christchurch Airport on Tuesday morning, despite a brief clearing before returning.

Firefighters responded to a house fire in Bournemouth Crescent, Aranui, Christchurch, which was well ablaze upon arrival and reportedly involved a 'huge explosion'.

An inmate has died at Christchurch Men's Prison, prompting an internal incident review and an investigation by the independent Corrections Inspectorate.

The global popstar will be one of the first acts to perform at Christchurch's new stadium, marking his first return to the city in 25 years.

Preventable? Coroner to examine murder of Christchurch mother by mental health patient  NZ Herald

On the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, Türkiye's Foreign Ministry called for stronger global action against Islamophobia, commemorating the victims of the 2019 Christchurch mosque attacks.

Commemorations were held to mark the seventh anniversary of the Christchurch mosque attacks, which occurred on March 15, 2019. The event also prompts a deeper reckoning with the Australian terrorist's propaganda and the need to confront Islamophobia, as Muslim leaders call for more action.

Residents in Christchurch, New Zealand, were instructed to evacuate their homes following an emergency alert about the discovery of a 'high-risk explosive substance' in the area.

Eggs from New Zealand's rarest parakeet, the Kākāriki karaka, have been transported from a Nelson sanctuary to Christchurch as part of efforts to boost the species' recovery.

Dai Henwood to host Comedy Festival galas as Christchurch returns to lineup  NZ Herald

New Zealand Fisheries Minister Shane Jones has publicly criticized Christchurch City Council's proposal to pump sewage into the ocean to alleviate issues from a damaged treatment plant.

Efforts are ongoing to prevent the Christchurch terrorist from testifying at the second-phase inquest, which began in October 2024.

The Christchurch City Council is exploring options, including pumping partially treated sewage into the ocean, to alleviate the persistent odour emanating from a damaged sewage treatment plant, a proposal that community leaders warn must prevent beach contamination.

A community has formed in the remains of Christchurch's red zone, specifically around Bexley's Wetlands Grove, which is the last remaining road to the old Pacific Park subdivision.

Canterbury Regional Council chair Deon Swiggs said the bus was light enough to not need a weight permit, meaning less wear and tear on road surfaces.

A family in New Zealand is mourning the death of a man who passed away following a gang-linked attack in Christchurch.

Christchurch Hospital in New Zealand is reportedly at capacity, described as "heaving" by the Nurses' Organisation, leading to the cancellation of some elective surgeries.

Police say the person died at the scene of the crash at Waikuku, north of Christchurch.

New Zealand marks 15th anniv. of Christchurch quake that killed 185  毎日新聞

Waiariki McIlroy-Jones was sentenced at the Christchurch District Court for operating illegal lottery schemes that generated $11 million in a single year.

A Christchurch man has been charged with breaching sanctions against Russia by allegedly supplying drones, though he claims to be unaware of any court matter and is currently overseas.

An international Christian church has pledged a donation of $250,000 towards the ongoing restoration efforts of Christchurch's Anglican cathedral.

The story highlights the hardship faced by John Jensen, who had to live separated from his wife in a Christchurch motel for years to receive life-saving dialysis treatment for kidney failure.

An 81-year-old woman, Valerie Hargrave, has been missing for two days after leaving her Woolston home in Christchurch for a walk.

New World Stanmore is set to implement facial recognition technology, becoming the fourth Foodstuffs store in Christchurch, New Zealand, to adopt the system.

A new project in Christchurch aims to deliver 5000 houses as part of a new community development. This initiative seeks to address housing needs in the region.

Waiariki McIlroy-Jones and his company Jonez LRC Ltd are awaiting sentencing in Christchurch District Court for operating illegal lottery schemes that generated $11 million in a year. The judge has reserved his decision until June.

A popular country bar in Auckland has announced its closure 'until further notice,' coinciding with the registration of a nearly identical company in Christchurch.

A pair of Kākāriki karaka (orange-fronted parakeet) parents at The Isaac Conservation and Wildlife Trust in Christchurch have successfully produced 55 chicks as part of a captive breeding program.

Three-year-old Sapphy died in the fire while her mother, Rose-Maree Couch, died in hospital the next day, surrounded by family.

Christchurch is requesting $5 million from the government to expand its bus network, as demand for bus travel in Canterbury, New Zealand, continues to rise, leaving some people behind.

A three-year-old child died and six others were injured, including the child's mother who is in critical condition, following a fatal house fire in Christchurch. Neighbors described the scene as chaotic.

A survey revealed that most staff at Christchurch's Hillmorton Hospital feel unsafe, work in dilapidated facilities, and fear retaliation for reporting concerns, leading to burnout and anxiety.

Rescue teams are actively working to free a vehicle that became stuck in the Waimakariri River near Christchurch, following overnight storms and heavy rain across several regions.

A 140-year-old shop in Christchurch, previously saved from closure by volunteers, is now set to close permanently.

More than ten years after 16-week-old Soul Mathew Turany was flown to Christchurch Hospital with a catastrophic head injury, the cause of his death remains a mystery.

Christchurch has become the venue for PGG's first national wool auction, marking a significant event for the country's wool industry.

Police in Christchurch, New Zealand, are appealing to the public for assistance as they investigate an aggravated robbery that occurred at a business in the Somerfield area.

Land, water, and aerial searches in and around the Christchurch's red zone are being conducted this week.

A woman reported missing in Mexico was located after four days, with authorities stating that filters applied to her photographs complicated the search efforts. The use of altered images reportedly hindered initial identification and tracking.

Bruce, a kea bird missing the top half of his beak, has become the dominant bird at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve in Christchurch by employing a unique 'jousting' technique.

A police car was involved in a crash on State Highway One just outside Christchurch, New Zealand, resulting in injuries to two people.

Christchurch Airport recorded 3.1 million passengers, including 287,000 overseas travelers, during a strong summer travel season in New Zealand's South Island, indicating exceptional growth for the region.

Authorities are investigating an unexplained death that occurred at a residential address in Christchurch, New Zealand.

Police in New Zealand have arrested men in Hamilton and Christchurch in connection with diesel thefts, noting a rising trend in such crimes.

Two workers sustained injuries during a pair of armed robberies that occurred minutes apart in Christchurch, New Zealand.

Christchurch council staff have distanced themselves from the mayor's proposal to pump approximately one-third of the city's sewage into Pegasus Bay via an existing outfall pipe.

One person has died following a two-vehicle crash that occurred last week in Belfast, Christchurch.

The new $683 million Te Kaha One New Zealand Stadium has opened in Christchurch, marking the completion of the city's anchor projects aimed at revitalizing the area after the earthquakes.

Jonathan Kirkpatrick, a former Anglican priest and vicar at St Michael and All Angels in Christchurch, has been convicted of sexually violating a teenager at a Canterbury bach.

Police in New Zealand are seeking public assistance after a woman was seriously injured in a stabbing incident in central Christchurch city.

A man in Christchurch was electrocuted near a transformer in Burwood, with authorities investigating whether he was attempting to steal copper at the time of the incident.

The Christchurch City Council has been asked to explain a series of unconsented sewage discharges into Whakaraupō Lyttelton Harbour and Akaroa Harbour, prompting an investigation.

The coronial inquiry investigating how white supremacist terrorist Brenton Tarrant obtained the weapons used in the March 2019 Christchurch mosque massacres has been temporarily paused because of ongoing court action.

A serious crash led to the closure of a highway, with two individuals airlifted to Christchurch Hospital, indicating a significant traffic incident.

Community leaders in Christchurch are expressing unease about a proposal to pump partially-treated sewage from the fire-damaged Bromley wastewater plant into the sea, an effort aimed at reducing the persistent stench.

Hundreds of people from around the world gathered in Ōtautahi to commemorate the 15 March, 2019 tragedy.

New Zealand's Defence Force explosive ordnance disposal team discovered a jar of crystallized picric acid in Christchurch, which is an explosive substance.

Toys, mats and other contents were wrecked after the Christchurch pre-school was vandalised, allegedly by a group of intermediate students.

The victim's families say he should not be allowed to give oral evidence at a coronial inquest.

A union delegate and healthcare assistant says Christchurch ED was seeing more than 400 patients a day and some had to wait in corridors.

A stalker has brutally killed a Christchurch mother, following in the murderous footsteps of his uncle.

A Christchurch couple who discovered over $230,000 in their ceiling has been allowed by a judge to keep a portion of the money.

A councillor says "there's a time and place for protests", but a veteran protester thinks approved protest zones are contrary to NZ's sense of democracy.

The Christchurch City Council is actively investigating solutions to mitigate the persistent stench emanating from the damaged wastewater treatment plant in Bromley.

A bumper crowd brimming with colour and sparkles has descended on Hagley Park in Christchurch for the first day of the Electric Avenue music festival.

Split Enz leads a star-studded line-up for Australasia's biggest music festival in Christchurch this weekend.

Nicola Flint, accused of fraud in Christchurch, New Zealand, has been arrested in Wales.

A boy in Christchurch was savagely attacked by dogs without warning, resulting in a bloody scene.

Two dogs that attacked and injured three people in Brywndwr, Christchurch, could face euthanasia, according to a local councillor.