Person dies in three-vehicle crash near Christchurch

'Inside joke': NZ's most-struck rail bridge building a reputation

Ashburton District Councillor Phil Hooper says the bridge has become one of the most talked-about spots in mid-Canterbury on social media.

Third person dies following two-vehicle crash near Blenheim

Two people died at the scene on State Highway 1 near Redwood Pass on Sunday, with police confirming a third fatality on Monday.

Critical injuries after collision between cyclist and car in Christchurch

Emergency services received reports of the crash at around 5.30pm.

Memorial service in Chch will mark 15 years since 2011 earthquake

A minute of silence will be held at 12.51pm, the time the earthquake hit, then the names of the 185 people who died will be read aloud.