Drug-driver avoids jail after double-fatal crash
The mother of a teenager killed when Kyan Stack drove under the influence of drugs has told a Christchurch court about the pain and suffering he caused their family.
Public warned to not trespass on Phillips' bush hideouts
Public warned to not trespass on Phillips' bush hideouts
Police are warning that anyone entering the remote bush campsites used by fugitive Tom Phillips and his children could face prosecution for trespass.
Health worker lost licence after sharing child abuse images
Health worker lost licence after sharing child abuse images
A female health practitioner shared images of children being abused online and discussed her desire to have her own child so the child could then also be abused.
High winds force change of route for protest
High winds force change of route for protest
Pro-Palestine protesters say they are abandoning their march across the Auckland Harbour Bridge tomorrow due to high winds, and have instead organised an alternative route.
Mother of Phillips children in court on day of search
Mother of Phillips children in court on day of search
The mother of the missing Marokopa children was in court on a driving charge just hours after her former husband Tom Phillips was shot dead, and while police were searching for the remaining children.
Governor-General has term extended
Governor-General has term extended
The Governor-General's term is being extended, because her original end date may clash with next year's election.
Man died in bathroom at Christchurch bar
Man died in bathroom at Christchurch bar
A man has been found dead at a Christchurch bar about two hours after he had asked to use the bathroom.
Many unanswered questions in Phillips shooting aftermath
Many unanswered questions in Phillips shooting aftermath
Tom Phillips is dead after a police shooting, and his three children have been found alive. The immediate danger is over. The questions are not.
Airline steps in to take over regional route
Regional airline takes over South Island route
Originair has announced it will start flying from Blenheim to Christchurch seven days a week from October 19.
'Threat of harm' closes South Island high school
'Threat of harm' closes South Island high school
Timaru Boys’ High School has been closed for the day following an "anonymous" email threat.
Secondary teachers reject pay offer and vote to strike
Secondary teachers reject pay offer and vote to strike
Secondary teachers will strike next week after rejecting an improved pay offer.
Shot police officer 'innocent person doing their job': Tom Phillips' family
Shot police officer 'innocent person doing their job': Tom Phillips' family
The family of Tom Phillips are "absolutely gutted" the Marokopa man shot a police officer and hope the officer is able to make a full recovery, a spokesperson says.
Homeowners who bought at peak of market facing steep losses
Homeowners who bought at peak of market facing steep losses
Homeowners face being hundreds of thousands of dollars out of pocket trying to sell up after buying homes at the peak of the market a few years ago.
Police mull legal action over release of Tom Phillips audio
Police mull legal action over release of Tom Phillips audio
The head of the police union says a Stuff story police are considering taking legal action against features "crucial evidence" for investigations into the Tom Phillips case.
Country’s only trapdoor hydroslide tested in Christchurch
Country’s only trapdoor hydroslide tested in Christchurch
The first test ride of the 'Looping Rocket' hydroslide has taken place at Christchurch’s new Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre.
Man jailed for Christchurch home invasion sexual assault
Man jailed for Christchurch home invasion sexual assault
A woman who answered an early morning knock at her door was met by a stranger who forced his way into her home and sexually assaulted her.
New school subjects to have AI emphasis
New school subjects to have AI emphasis
The government has announced a number of new secondary school subjects and a new emphasis on artificial intelligence it says will help prepare young people for the jobs of the future.
Police uncover cannabis operation with over $600k value
Police uncover cannabis operation with over $600k value
A Hawke's Bay police officer says they have uncovered one of the biggest cannabis growing operation he'd ever seen in the region.
Tom Phillips case details to stay secret
Tom Phillips case details to stay secret
Details related to the investigation into Tom Phillips and his family will remain secret for at least another week.
Taranaki polytech to axe 20% of its staff
Taranaki polytech to axe 20% of its staff
Taranaki's largest tertiary education provider is to axe 20% of its staff as part of an effort to make it financially viable.