PremiumPremiumPropertyCelebrity homes and coastal retreats: The South Island properties we obsessed overA former manor visited by a royal and Kim Dotcom's old mansion also drew plenty of clicks.30 Mar 03:00 AM
New Zealand‘Too much violence in Queenstown’: Bar assault puts tourist hotspot under scrutinyA judge has warned that 'violence in Queenstown will not be tolerated'.14 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandForeign buyers jet in as $10m luxury Queenstown, Wānaka homes surge under new rulesOverseas buyers in Southern Lakes rose from 6.5% to 13% in a year.05 Mar 08:58 PM
PremiumNew ZealandDJs, billionaires and bodysuits: Inside NZ sport’s most unlikely party01 Mar 09:00 PM
PremiumProperty'Subdued economic environment' – Winton Land half-year revenue down 60%19 Feb 08:37 PM
PremiumNew ZealandThe Queenstown paradox: More homes are being built, but fewer are being lived in17 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandPolice seek wedding guest after assault outside historic Arrowtown pubImages of the suspect have been released and police are appealing for help.12 Jan 01:09 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandResidents fear 'Trojan horse' development over film studio plans near QueenstownProposed Ayrburn Screen Hub is being considered under the fast-track approvals process.06 Jan 01:33 AM
Lifestyle'All of my dreams came true today': Inside Wilhelmina Shrimpton and Ben O’Keeffe’s big dayThe broadcaster and the rugby referee share their romantic Arrowtown wedding.03 Jan 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Three venues, three dresses – Wilhelmina Shrimpton's Ayrburn wedding plansPlus Adam Parore, Mat Croad and Mikayla Haycock are preparing for their big days.03 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Landmark development': $300m apartments planned beside Henderson film studiosApartments, creative studio spaces and offices are all planned beside the Westie studios.13 Nov 02:00 AM
TravelBest way to spend 12 hours in Gisborne: Sunrise, surf and cellar doors by the seaFrom beach walks to best restaurants, we've got you covered. 08 Nov 06:04 PM
New ZealandHow NZ Sculpture OnShore has raised millions for Women's Refuge Taranaki artist Daniel McKerrow's towering steel $119,000 sculpture has won an award. 06 Nov 06:00 PM
New ZealandCyclist seriously injured in SH6 crash at Gibbston, highway reopens after closureThe cyclist was airlifted to Dunedin Hospital in a serious condition after the collision.03 Nov 01:24 AM
TravelInsider’s guide: Best spots to visit in Hastings and Havelock North Skip the tourist traps and explore like a local01 Nov 06:00 PM
New ZealandGold hunters find giant 70g nugget worth $25k, won't reveal secret locationThe 70g nugget could fetch about $25,000 given its size and rarity.01 Nov 02:43 AM
TravelInside Queenstown’s new luxury lodge with rooms from $2800 a nightGuests are welcomed with Ruinart Champagne overlooking Lake Wakatipu.16 Oct 10:30 PM
TravelInsider picks: Where Queenstown locals really eat, drink and shopPerky’s floating bar lets you bring your own takeaway to enjoy on Lake Whakatipu.04 Oct 06:37 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyBillionaire goes south: New Arrowtown restaurant, two vineyardsMarlborough and Bannockburn vineyards are part of the substantial southern operations.26 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyAyrburn to get 1 million+ visitors in 2026 financial year: Winton Land forecastsShareholders will get no dividend; the board decided to 'maintain financial discipline'.27 Aug 12:00 AM
New ZealandThe small-town Kiwi photographer caught up in Prince Andrew scandal - and a music legendArrowtown has billionaires, tourists, soaring house prices and two captivating characters.21 Aug 09:35 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: Bird's eye-view of burned New World Victoria Park – first drone footage shows demolition startingThe massive job of demolishing large parts of building has begun; reopening not 'til '27.18 Aug 08:29 PM
RetailSir Michael Hill dies aged 86The founder of Michael Hill Jeweller had been undergoing cancer treatment.29 Jul 01:15 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Martin Henderson’s house with Kiwi girlfriend; Designer expands into Arrowtown; AFC star’s romantic proposal Plus, Taika and Lorde party with the stars at Glastonbury.02 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandGin made by tiny distillery crowned world's best at global awardsArrowtown Distillery also won an accolade.30 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyInside the new luxury eatery blending Central Otago's history and cuisineFine dining restaurant is a nod to gold mining history and Chinese immigrants of the area.27 Jun 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Uber in the sky': Can competing gondolas fix Queenstown's traffic woes?Two $200m-plus aerial transit proposals are promising a unique fix. 27 Jun 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Struggle' - TV series producers on problems filming around QueenstownBrad Pitt just visited but film-makers tell how hard it is to make shows in Queenstown.26 Jun 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Did Pitt stay at the Mowbray's? Huljich's new life; why rich hairstylist's moving onPlus, chef Polly Markus announces her next life-changing project.21 May 05:00 PM
