Man, 18, who died in Christchurch crash named

Person dies following single-vehicle crash in Bay of Plenty

Emergency services were called to the scene near Mimiha Rd in Matatā around 12.30pm.

Five rescued in Canterbury after boat capsizes

Coastguard said the people were cold and shaken, but relieved to be back on land.

Abatement notice issued over wastewater plant stench, over 4500 complaints

"Spikes of stench" were expected to continue over the weekend from the Bromley plant, the Christchurch City Council said.

$290m short: Christchurch ratepayers consulted around funding for rebuilds

The Christchurch City Council is asking ratepayers whether they want to contribute to the rebuild of Christ Church Cathedral and the Canterbury Museum, among other buildings.