Cyclist circles McDonald's for 24 hours
A Christchurch mountain biker has spent 24 hours cycling continuous laps around a McDonald's drive-through to test his endurance.
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Cricket club hosts globe-trotting visitors
Christchurch cricket club hosts globe-trotting visitors
A Christchurch cricket club turned on the charm for their first game of the season, playing hosts to a globe-trotting outfit of social cricketers from offshore.
Winning greyhound tests positive for meth
Greyhound tests positive for meth after winning Addington race
The owner of a greyhound that tested positive for meth after winning a race in Christchurch claims he has no idea how his dog came into contact with it.
Courts bounce back
Sports courts bounce back to life; now community set to upgrade clubrooms
A seven-year community-led project to restore the Akaroa Recreation Ground courts is finally nearing completion.
Metro cricket back after festive break
Christchurch Metro cricket back after festive break
League leaders Heathcote will look to maintain top spot in the Metro one-day competition when it resumes on Saturday, while Old Boys and Sydenham will aim to make up for lost time.
Fifth test victory gives Aussies 4-1 series triumph
Fifth test victory gives Aussies 4-1 series triumph
Australia have chased down a 160-run victory target before tea on the final day of the fifth Ashes test for a five-wicket victory and a 4-1 series triumph.
Teen motorsport commentator racing towards bright future
Teen motorsport commentator racing towards bright future
Budding broadcaster Josh Henderson has enjoyed a fascinating year, from the commentary booth to the co-driver seat in a rally car and even a seat in Parliament.
Defender brings big-stage experience to South Island United
Defender brings big-stage experience to South Island United
The experience of playing against some of the world’s best players has Christian Gray, South Island United’s final signing, well placed ahead of the start of the inaugural OFC Pro League next weekend.
Top riders to descend on North Avon Christchurch BMX Club
Top riders to descend on North Avon Christchurch BMX Club
Hundreds of riders are gearing up for the BMXNZ South Island Titles in Christchurch this weekend.
Duffy gets call-up for T20 World Cup
Duffy gets call-up for T20 World Cup
Jacob Duffy's super summer will continue after being named in the Black Caps squad for next month's T20 World Cup in Sri Lanka and India.
Bequest paves the way for tennis club’s rebuild
Late member’s bequest paves the way for tennis club’s long-awaited rebuild
An inheritance from a late Redcliffs Tennis Club member is set to transform its ageing clubrooms.
Who’s in charge in 2026?
Who’s in charge of the premier club union, league sides in 2026?
Christchurch rugby union and league clubs are laying the groundwork for the 2026 season. Sam Coughlan looks at the coaches who will be leading the charge.
Greenkeeper's work in the national spotlight
Gardening greenkeeper's work in the national spotlight
Alan Jones has always kept a perfectly manicured lawn at home, and now the Canterbury bowling green he lovingly maintains is hosting NZ’s top players.
Celebrity cricket clash to launch fundraiser
Celebrity cricket clash to launch pavilion fundraising campaign
A fundraising campaign to rebuild the Sumner Sports Pavilion in Christchurch will be headlined by a star-studded rugby vs cricket T20 match.
The rich aunt, Wimbledon and the inventor husband
The rich aunt, Wimbledon and the inventor husband
Christchurch tennis player Marjorie Bain set sail on the trip of a lifetime in 1922, becoming the first woman to represent NZ at Wimbledon and spending a magical winter on continental Europe.
England break 15-year losing streak to win Ashes test
England break 15-year losing streak to win Ashes test
England celebrated their first test win in Australia in 15 years at a sunbathed MCG today as their batters chased down 175 runs to secure a four-wicket victory.
Emotional Stokes concerned for players' welfare
Emotional Stokes concerned for players' welfare
An emotional England captain Ben Stokes says the mental well-being of his players is his main priority heading into the last two matches of the Ashes series.
Manager to investigate England drinking in Noosa
Manager to investigate England drinking in Noosa
Rob Key will investigate the drinking habits of England players, after reports their mid-Ashes Noosa break resembled a "stag do".
Netball NZ boss resigns
Netball NZ boss resigns
Jennie Wyllie had come under fire this year for her handling of the shock standing down of Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua.
Southland horseman out of coma
Southland horseman out of coma
A Southland horseman is out of a coma after a fall during a race in Auckland.