Christchurch terror appeal: why now, and what is really being decided? The New Zealand Court of Appeal is this week hearing a case that is unusual in a number of respects. The Conversation · Feb 10
Christchurch gunman seeks to appeal convictions and withdraw guilty plea Australian white supremacist tells NZ court he was suffering from ‘nervous exhaustion’ when he entered his guilty plea in March 2020 The Guardian - AU · Feb 9
PM vows quick answers after yielding to Bondi inquiry Anthony Albanese has unveiled a royal commission into anti-Semitism and social cohesion following weeks of pressure after the Bondi massacre. AAP · Jan 7
After more than a decade of tragedy, Christchurch emerges as New Zealand’s most ‘vibrant city’ Christchurch now at the centre of the country’s fastest-growing region as lower house prices, job prospects and thriving cultural scene entice people to the city The Guardian - AU · Dec 24, 2025
Christchurch Signs Amuses 'Slightly Haunted But Manageable,' Absurd Art Makes People Stop And Think Six absurdist and humorous signs have been planted around Christchurch in New Zealand, which is a combination of art and social commentary. The artist? It's Cameron Hunt. International Business Times UK · Dec 22, 2025
‘Slightly haunted but manageable’: new signs cause confusion – and delight – in Christchurch Six absurdist signs resembling official city council information boards have popped up across New Zealand’s second-largest city The Guardian - AU · Dec 22, 2025
Retirement home operator finally cashflow positive Christchurch-based Ryman Healthcare's business has stabilised, the dual-listed retirement village operator's chief executive says. AAP · Nov 27, 2025
Breakers go cold late as 36ers grind out road win The New Zealand Breakers looked set to take Adelaide's scalp, before a six-minute scoring drought in the final quarter cost the hosts in Christchurch. AAP · Nov 6, 2025
New Zealand vs England: Harry Brook and Phil Salt power tourists to dominant T20 win England take 1-0 lead in three-match series in Christchurch after first match was abandoned due to rain Evening Standard · Oct 20, 2025
Sam Curran thankful for ‘reset’ after regaining his England place The all-rounder impressed in Christchurch. The Independent UK · Oct 19, 2025
New Zealand v England: first men’s T20 cricket international hit by rain – as it happened Rain washes out the first match of the series at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch The Guardian - UK · Oct 18, 2025
Remains found in field identified as missing murdered woman Julie Buckley was last seen alive in January The Independent UK · Sep 24, 2025
Kate Sheppard’s kitchen: an old recipe sheds new light on the feminist pioneer’s life Political and social reformer Kate Sheppard is famous for leading the campaign that saw New Zealand women become first in the world to gain the right to vote on September 19 1893. We don’t normally think of her as a cook. The Conversation · Sep 18, 2025
NZ Soldier Sentenced To Two Years' Detention For Attempted Espionage A military court sentenced a New Zealand soldier on Wednesday to two years' detention for attempting to spy for a foreign power. International Business Times · Aug 20, 2025
Euronews · Aug 19, 2025 New Zealand soldier admits attempted espionage in country's first such conviction The soldier came to law enforcement attention as part of an operation after a 2019 terrorist attack on two mosques in Christchurch, when a white supremacist opened fire on Muslim worshipers, killing 51.
AAP · Aug 10, 2025 Christchurch to stage Super Round in stadium opener Rugby's Super Round will return and officially launch Christchurch's new, 25,000-seat roofed stadium in a three-day event that spans Anzac Day.
The Conversation · Jul 29, 2025 Australia is too often a leader in conspiracy thinking – from Port Arthur ‘trutherism’ to Christchurch The Australian government officially categorised the white supremacist Terrorgram Collective as a terrorist organisation last month – after it was linked to an alleged plot to kill a New South Wales Labor MP. A decentralised network, Terrogram mostly operates on the messaging app Telegram.
Metal Hammer · Jun 20, 2025 Local council leader hopes to cancel Bournemouth date of Marilyn Manson UK tour due to sexual misconduct allegations Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole’s Millie Earl wants to “reinforce the message that violence against women and girls isn’t something that’s acceptable in our community”
The Guardian - AU · Jun 13, 2025 Remote and accessible: cycling New Zealand’s West Coast Wilderness Trail Cyclists of varying abilities can tackle the 133km track, which hugs glacial rivers, pebbly beaches and mossy forests
AAP · Jun 6, 2025 Coach gives Reds the Kiss of life after sorry Super bow The despondent Queensland Reds are licking their wounds after crashing out of the Super Rugby Pacific quarter-finals for a fourth straight season.
AAP · Jun 5, 2025 Kiss goodbye to doubts about safety of betting on Reds History suggests the Queensland Reds don't stand a chance in Christchurch, but coach Les Kiss has seen evidence to suggest they can upset the Crusaders.
AAP · Jun 3, 2025 Wallabies captain firms for Reds' tall finals task A pair of key Reds showed positive signs at training ahead of a Super Rugby quarter-final against the Crusaders in Christchurch.
Space · Jun 2, 2025 Incredible auroras delight stargazers in New Zealand | Space photo of the day for June 2, 2025 Aurora Australisa, or the "southern lights" was on full display on June 1, 2025, as spectators outside Christchurch, New Zealand witnessed firsthand.
AAP · May 22, 2025 Supercars clutch New Zealand double-header for 2026 Supercars are tapping into New Zealand's motorsport fan base, with the Australian touring car category hosting a double-header across the Tasman in 2026.
AAP · May 6, 2025 Crooks, culture first order of business for new top cop A veteran cop who oversaw the police response to the Christchurch massacre has laid down his vision for combating crime as the head of an embattled state force.