Star News

Renowned blues singer film a blast from the past

Thirty-four years ago, Derek McCullough was in Memphis as a judge for the World Barbeque Championships. At the time he owned Double D’s Bar and Grill and operated in the Arts Centre.

'Won't be able to keep bailing out people' - PM

PM Christopher Luxon on future flooding: 'Won't be able to keep bailing out people in this way'

The Government will look at what flood help the Tasman district needs but cannot keep bailing people out of disasters in the long term, the PM says.
Family want answers after daughter's death

'She was always prepared': Family want answers after daughter's death

Wednesday Davis' family are still desperate to find out how the 26-year-old ended up climbing in dangerous conditions she was not prepared for.
Dozens in emergency accommodation after flooding

Dozens in emergency accommodation, multiple schools closed after 'flash flood'

A "flash flood" has carved a path of destruction through a small rural settlement in the Motueka Valley, sending weary residents back to square one.

Christchurch

Bid to find missing woman

Police need the public's help to locate a missing Christchurch woman who was last seen at home on Saturday afternoon.

One dead after two-vehicle crash in Burnham

One dead after two-vehicle crash in Burnham

One person has died following a two-vehicle crash on Telegraph Rd in Burnham, west of Christchurch.
Poll: OIA request for stadium event costs refused

Poll: OIA request for stadium event costs refused

Do you think you have the right to know how Venues Ōtautahi will split the cost of events with clients at Christchurch's new $683m central city stadium?
Tributes flow for postie

'A lovely, dedicated soul': Tributes flow for postie struck by vehicle

Tributes continue to flow for rural Canterbury postie and well-known bowler Dave Bullock, who was tragically killed last week.

National

Mark Gregory Kimber was found guilty by a jury on manslaughter charges after he hit pedestrians...

Motorcyclist who killed pedestrians had 11 previous driving convictions

The rider of a Harley Davidson motorcycle who hit and killed two pedestrians had 70 driving infringements, as well as 11 previous convictions for bad driving.

SH1 now reopened after crash near Moeraki

SH1 now reopened after crash near Moeraki

One lane of State Highway 1 has reopened following a two-vehicle crash near Hampden this afternoon.
Act sets out plan to party faithful

Act sets out plan to party faithful

Act has unveiled its pitch to lure a new supermarket player into New Zealand through a new fast-track approval process.
Dozens in emergency accommodation after flooding

Dozens in emergency accommodation, multiple schools closed after 'flash flood'

A "flash flood" has carved a path of destruction through a small rural settlement in the Motueka Valley, sending weary residents back to square one.

Districts

Police investigate fatal crash

Police are calling for witnesses and dashcam footage of a fatal crash in Ashburton last weekend.

Car crashes into historic bridge

Car crashes into historic Canterbury bridge

A car has crashed into a 108-year-old heritage-listed Canterbury rail footbridge which is due for a major restoration early next year.
Nomadic principal calls it a day

Nomadic principal calls it a day

Filling in as a principal at schools across the South Island might seem a stressful way to spend your retirement, but for Cantabrian Bob Norrish it has been a "delight".
South Island Assembly could lobby Govt for 'a better deal'

South Island Assembly could lobby Govt for 'a better deal'

A South Island Assembly formed to lobby central Government was one of the suggestions discussed at an Environment Canterbury workshop.

Sport

Rieko Ioane celebrates a try with Jordie Barrett. Photo: Getty Images

All Blacks find rhythm against France in Wellington

The All Blacks have crushed France 43-17 in front of a sold out crowd in the second test in Wellington to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three match series.

Miller powers Black Ferns to victory over Australia

Miller powers Black Ferns to victory over Australia

A second-half clinic in the capital has helped the Black Ferns see off the Wallaroos in style, as they get set to take on the world.
Sonny Bill Williams' greatest hits

Sonny Bill Williams' greatest hits

With Sonny Bill Williams set to settle his most personal and bitter feud against Paul Gallen, we look back at some of his most brutal moments on both the pitch and canvas.
O'Connor swaps black and red for green and gold

O'Connor swaps black and red for green and gold

Fourteen years after being a no-show for a World Cup team photo-shoot, James O'Connor was never going to miss one for the Wallabies' squad to face the British & Irish Lions.

Life & Style

Tamaiti Williams with partner Alice Weir. Photo: Instagram / Tamaiti Williams

Crusader Tamaiti Williams on anxiety and fatherhood

All Black and Crusaders prop Tamaiti Williams is opening up about his anxiety after his partner’s difficult pregnancy and the premature birth of his now 15-month-old daughter.

Golden Guitar glory for rising star

Golden Guitar glory for rising star

New Zealand’s next country music sensation may have been unearthed in Christchurch.
Hospital in need of winter pyjamas

Hospital in need of winter pyjamas for young patients

Something as simple as a pair of cosy new pyjamas can brighten a child’s stay at Christchurch Hospital.
Home & Leisure Show bursting with ideas

Home & Leisure Show bursting with ideas

Get ready to be inspired and win great prizes at the Star Media Home & Leisure Show from June 27-29 at Christchurch's Wolfbrook Arena.

Search form

Newspapers

Creative Services

Events

Magazines