Rachel Graham
Judge tells jury to decide if they can trust evidence in Muchirahondo trial
A judge has told jury members in the trial of a Christchurch man accused of multiple sex offences that they need to decide if they can trust the evidence of the 15 female complainants. John Hope… Audio
15 centimetres of snow falls in Central Otago
Heavy snow in Central Otago this morning has brought delight to tourists but headaches for farmers, with up to 15 centimetres falling in some areas. The Spring snow dump left thousands without power… Audio
Jury needs to look at facts of Muchirahondo case - defence
The defence for a man accused of multiple rape and sexual violation charges, says the jury needs to purely look at the facts of the case, and not whether they like the accused man, or approve of his… Audio
Christchurch man on trial for 30 charges of sexual violation
A Christchurch man accused of multiple sexual assaults has been described in the Crown's closing address as treating women with contempt, and assuming he could use their bodies as he liked. John Hope… Audio
Govt decides not to provide cash for Christ Church Cathedral
The brakes are on the Christ Church Cathedral restoration, following the Government's decision to not front up with cash to meet the project's multi-million-dollar shortfall. Rachel Graham has more. Audio
Dunedin Hospital needs adequate sterilisation system - advocates
A document leaked to RNZ shows that Dunedin hospital staff are reporting about 500 incidents a year of theatre instruments were found to be contaminated. The report found the sterilisation centre is… Audio
How much do people use Uber Eats?
Reporter Rachel Graham hit the streets of Christchurch to find out how often people use food delivery services like Uber Eats. Audio
Man on trial for more than 30 sexual assault charges
Crown prosecutor William Taffs told the court that John Muchirahondo is accused of sexually violating 15 women, many of whom he met at parties or out on the town. Mr Taffs says Mr Muchirahondo had sex… Audio
Trial underway for man facing 30 charges of sexual assault
A trial is underway in Christchurch of a man facing more than 30 charges of sexual assault. John Hope Muchirahondo, who's well known in football circles in Christchurch and Auckland, is accused of… Audio
Changes that could affect how much lands in your back pocket
A raft of policy changes which could affect how much you've got in your back pocket came into force today including some relief for parents of young children, Auckland drivers, and investment property… Audio
Health NZ orders immediate recruitment freeze
The nurses' union said its members are dismayed at the latest cost cutting move within the health sector, with a halt to hiring people for non-frontline roles, Rachel Graham reports. Audio
Cantabrians divided over future of cathedral
A gothic wreck or an icon of the city that needs to be restored, no matter the cost?
The Christchurch Cathedral Reinstatement Trust says the cost of restoring the quake-hit cathedral has jumped by… Audio
David Benbow sentenced to 17 years in jail for murder of childhood friend
The mother of a man who was murdered by a childhood friend said she is haunted by her son's final moments. David Benbow was today sentenced to a minimum of 17 years in jail for the murder of Michael… Audio
David Benbow sentenced to 17 years in jail for murder of friend
A High Court judge has described the murder of Christchurch man Michael McGrath as an execution-style killing.
Justice Eaton made the remarks in sentencing David Benbow to a minimum of 17 years in… Audio
Christchurch man to be sentenced for murder of childhood friend
A Christchurch man will be sentenced on Tuesday for the murder of his childhood friend, a man who has been missing since 2017.
David Benbow was found guilty of murdering 49-year-old Michael McGrath.
…Hundreds of billions of investment needed in local govt - LGNZ
New Zealand is being warned it is heading towards a tragedy if more is not invested in council infrastructure, and that people need to get used to double-digit rates increases. Local Government New… Audio
Christchurch cup day: Fascinators & colourful suits on display
The fascinators, colourful suits, and high heels were out in force in Christchurch today as about 13,000 people headed to Addington raceway for Harness Racing's biggest day. Cup Day is also the TAB's… Video, Audio
Crowds flock to Addington Raceway for New Zealand Cup in Christchurch
The sun is out and so are the fascinators at Christchurch's Addington Raceway as the city celebrates Cup Day.
It's the biggest day on the country's harness racing calendar - and a big event on… Audio
Primary school party: School tries new tactic to boost attendance
A Christchurch primary school is trying to make the start of the school week more like a party rather than a chore, in an attempt to boost school attendance. School attendance rates are down across… Audio
Chch residents asked what they want to do with Green waste, while new plant is built
Christchurch residents are being asked to decide what they want to do with their green waste over the next couple of years while a new compost plant is being built. Options include sending it straight… Audio