Christchurch woman runs 10 marathons in 10 days dressed as a chicken
A Christchurch woman has run a marathon a day for 10 days straight around Hagley Park to raise money for a mental health and addiction recovery charity.
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How Finnegan 'changed our lives for the better'
Raise the Woof: How Finnegan 'changed our lives for the better'
Nina Romain was into cats before she adopted her american staffordshire, Finnegan, from Christchurch's Dogwatch Sanctuary Trust.
Artist Bill Hammond's bolthole up for sale
Artist Bill Hammond's bolthole up for sale
The bush-clad bolthole of one of New Zealand's most famous artists is on the market, complete with artworks painted directly on the walls.
Should kids be banned from social media?
Poll: Former Facebook executive says kids should be banned from social media
A former Facebook executive who was once the company's figurehead in Australia and NZ argues children under 16 should be banned from social media. Do you agree with him?
Influencer loses her battle with cancer
21-year-old social media influencer loses her cancer battle
A "courageous" Christchurch woman who documented her battle with incurable cancer on TikTok and Instagram over the past year has died aged just 21.
Support for dark sky reserve
Support for dark sky reserve on Banks Peninsula
Initial meetings have confirmed community support to turn Banks Peninsula into a dark sky reserve.
Suzy Cato over the moon after award recognition
Suzy Cato over the moon after award recognition
Children’s entertainer Suzy Cato has been presented with a Wildlife Ambassador Award.
Lifetime by the waves for 'father of surf club'
'Father of the surf club': A lifetime by the waves in Waimairi
Curiosity can sometimes lead to trouble - but for Christchurch surf club patron John Hughes it started a lifelong passion.
Elevating street art to new heights
12-storey mural elevates street art to new heights in Christchurch
It took over three weeks to create using 250 litres of paint and 200 spray cans - but it was worth the effort to bring NZ's tallest mural to life on the wall of a Christchurch hotel.
Drink spiking victim advocates for awareness of risks
Drink spiking victim advocates for awareness of risks
With drink spiking a continual problem, an Auckland writer is advocating to raise awareness and decrease victims' feelings of shame.
How much more expensive is it to be single?
How much more expensive is it to be single?
Being single can be more expensive - but have you ever wondered how much more it costs to live life alone?
Breaking Plates - The Musical returns
Breaking Plates - The Musical: A cultural triumph coming back to Christchurch
After a triumphant debut in 2023, Breaking Plates - The Musical is returning to Christchurch’s Isaac Theatre Royal from March 20-23.
Threat of job cuts at Shortland Street
Threat of job cuts looming over staff at TVNZ's Shortland Street
TVNZ says consultation is under way with some Shortland Street staff about possible job cuts, as the production company behind the soap adjusts to making fewer episodes.
Jacinda Ardern's new book due out in September
Christchurch illustrator hopes Jacinda Ardern's new book 'brings joy to parents'
Former New Zealand Prime Minister Dame Jacinda Ardern has written her first children's book - Mum's Busy Work.
Stroke an unexpected detour for ex-mayor
Stroke an unexpected detour for 'full-on' former mayor Garry Moore
Even active, healthy people can have strokes as former Christchurch mayor Garry Moore knows all too well. Nearly a year on, the 74-year-old spoke for the first time about his road to recovery.
Dark sky bid for Banks Peninsula
Banks Peninsula dark sky bid needs your support
Akaroa Stargazing owner Luca Devescovi wants to turn down the lights on Banks Peninsula - but he needs public backing.
‘Tinā’ helps us remember our teachers
Review: Tinā helps quake-traumatised Chch private school students
Formidable teacher Tinā and her choir of upper-class Christchurch private school misfits use music to work through their earthquake trauma.
Anora takes top awards, Brody gets second Oscar
Anora takes top awards, Brody gets second Oscar
Anora, the story of a sex worker who gets a chance at a new life when she marries a wealthy client on a whim, has won five Academy Awards, including the coveted best picture Oscar.
$300k mission to restore historic yacht
$300k mission to restore historic yacht involved in tragic race
The only yacht from a fleet of 20 to finish the fatal 1951 Wellington to Lyttelton yacht race is being salvaged from near decay by the son of one of its earlier owners.
Gene Hackman, wife found dead at home
Actor Gene Hackman, wife found dead alongside dog at home
Gene Hackman, the intense character actor who won two Oscars in a more than 60-year career, has died alongside his wife, pianist Betsy Arakawa, and their dog at home.