Staff at Columba College complained to education officials multiple times, accusing the Otago school's board of bullying and "interfering with the day-to-day running of the school".

People struggling with fuel costs will be eligible for an extra $50 a week - if they qualify for the in-work tax credit, the govt says.

Ashburton’s largest-ever central business district solar panel installation has been completed.

Two Christchurch artists took out the top prizes at the Zonta Ashburton Women’s Art Awards.

A project is under way to recognise Lincoln’s early history and improve pathways for fish.

Brendon McCullum will continue as England's head coach in all three formats, despite the team's lacklustre performances and lingering questions about their dressing-room culture. Ben Stokes will remain as test captain.

Canterbury pensioner Carl Petersen will soon be sporting a new look after his hair and beard are shaved off for the first time in 40 years to raise money for people living with blood cancer.

Popstar Robbie Williams is set to play at One New Zealand Stadium on November 28. It will be the English singer's first concert in Christchurch for 25 years.