New uniforms, stationery if pupils attend school
Parents at a Christchurch school are being offered financial incentives if their children meet attendance targets.
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Winging it until pets allowed on buses
Winging it until pets allowed on buses
Tony Church is legally blind and almost every day takes his budgie Monster on the bus in Christchurch. But there is a problem.
Concern at Hauraki marine protection law
Concern at Hauraki marine protection law
The new Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Act - in force from this weekend - has been watered down and politicised, a recreational fishing advocacy group says.
Wesley College closing hostels over safety concerns
Wesley College closing hostels over safety concerns
The country's oldest registered secondary school says it's shuttering its boarding hostels due to ongoing concerns around student safety.
'Ah crap, here we go': Kiwi runner survives bear attack in Japan
'Ah crap, here we go': Kiwi runner survives bear attack in Japan
A Kiwi living in Japan had his arm broken and calf muscles punctured when he was attacked by a bear in the foothills of Myoko.
Girl given vaccination at school against mother's wishes
Girl given vaccination at school against mother's wishes
An 11-year-old girl was given a vaccination at school even though her mother ticked a box on a form refusing consent for this to happen.
NZ sports academy charter school to open next year
NZ sports academy charter school to open next year
A new Upper Hutt sports academy has been announced as the latest charter school to be created, with it set to open early next year.
Cyclist 'could easily have been killed' in hit-and-run
Cyclist 'could easily have been killed' in hit-and-run
A Christchurch cyclist who was badly injured and "left for dead" in a violent hit-and-run is calling for better behaviour from drivers, urging them to share the road with bikes.
Double whammy of wild weather
Double whammy of wild weather
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Wild weather that caused chaos across the South has eased, but MetService warns of more to come - including a "big day" later in the week.
New sanctions to help beneficiaries find jobs - minister
New sanctions to help beneficiaries find jobs - minister
Social Development Minister Louise Upston says the two new sanctions being introduced for beneficiaries are practical and will help improve their chances of finding a job.
Man jailed for first dog‑attack manslaughter in NZ
Man jailed for first dog‑attack manslaughter in NZ
In a historic first for New Zealand’s justice system, a man has been jailed for manslaughter after his aggressive dogs fatally attacked Neville Thomson.
Obituary: Joan Metge, anthropologist
Obituary: Joan Metge, anthropologist
Educator Joan Metge was one of New Zealand’s most respected scientists, earning the rare honour of having a Royal Society of New Zealand medal named after her.
Teen rapist violated another girl
Teen rapist violated another girl hours after being released on bail
Teen rapist Jayden Meyer has been found guilty of sexually violating another teenage girl.
'Co-ordinated attack': Collins hits out at unions over strikes
'Co-ordinated attack': Collins hits out at unions over strikes
Public Service Minister Judith Collins is taking aim at unions before Thursday's national strike involving secondary teachers and medical staff.
Trial of accused cop killer moved to Christchurch
Trial of accused cop killer moved to Christchurch
The man charged with murdering Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming in Nelson has had his case transferred to Christchurch.
'Your actions destroyed my teenage years'
'Your actions destroyed my teenage years'
A young Canterbury woman has addressed an older man who sexually violated her, telling him through tears how his actions continue to haunt her.
New Zealand to reimpose sanctions on Iran: Peters
New Zealand to reimpose sanctions on Iran: Peters
Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced New Zealand will reimpose sanctions on Iran, in line with the United Nations.
Cyclist critical after crash in central Christchurch
Cyclist critical after crash in central Christchurch
A cyclist has been taken to hospital in a critical condition after a collision with a car in central Christchurch this afternoon.
Injunction over details in Tom Phillips case continues
Injunction over details in Tom Phillips case continues
An injunction preventing the media from publishing certain details related to the investigation into Tom Phillips and his family remains in place.
Striking doctors: Minister may consider law change
Striking doctors: Minister may consider law change
Simeon Brown is standing by his criticism of doctors as the feud over a mega strike escalates, saying he might consider a law change.