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'Implausible': Coroner in notorious Beckenridge case rules out staging death, fleeing theory New findings say it's likely the pair died when their vehicle went off a cliff in 2015.24 Mar 06:50 PM
PremiumNew ZealandHigh-stakes battle over billion-dollar gold mine at NZ beauty spotThe plans have divided Central Otago, with arguments on both sides. 21 Mar 08:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandInside Queenstown’s discreet ‘boutique’ escort agency for the ultra-wealthy06 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumBusinessSki town to tech town: Uni expands into holiday hotspot - global giant signs on as partner03 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandEvacuations, road closures and damaged buildings after Central Otago grass fireAbout 20 hectares have burned, with the fire now contained and suppressed.25 Feb 03:42 AM
PremiumPremiumSport'Would love nothing more': Kiwi LIV golfer eyes elusive New Zealand Open titleBen Campbell chases his first national title on his Millbrook home course.22 Feb 06:08 PM
New ZealandMotorcyclist airlifted to hospital following serious crash near QueenstownPolice have urged motorists to avoid the road connecting Glenorchy to Queenstown.21 Feb 03:16 AM
CyclingOlympic silver medallist Nicole Shields calls time on high-performance careerShields won silver in the women's team pursuit at Paris 2024.20 Feb 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Subdued economic environment' – Winton Land half-year revenue down 60%Unemployment, net migration and lower concrete volumes are cited as examples of downturn.19 Feb 08:37 PM
New Zealand'Unable to walk': Climber rescued from Mt Aspiring National Park after fallThe injured climber was winched from Mt Brewster at about 3.25pm.15 Feb 05:27 AM
New ZealandCable car vision for Queenstown moves step closer with early fast-track releaseThe cable car would link the town centre, airport, Frankton and Ladies Mile.10 Feb 08:28 PM
PremiumPremiumTourism'Trading its head off': Queenstown hotel set for major upgrade as high-end tourist demand surgesIHG says Queenstown leisure demand has the hotel running near 90% most of the year.10 Feb 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSecret Legend of Zelda film shoot reaches Queenstown as big-budget production nears wrapThe movie marks the first ever big-screen outing for the Zelda universe.05 Feb 12:52 AM
TravelWhy a wine tour is the best way to see Queenstown this summer'What better way to see Queenstown than with a glass of Central Otago pinot in hand?'02 Feb 11:30 PM
New Zealand'Ruinous for our region': Sir Sam Neill, Sir Grahame Sydney fight planned gold mineSantana Minerals' Otago endeavour is the country’s largest new gold project in decades.01 Feb 12:24 AM
New ZealandOne-armed golfing legend famed for hole-in-ones dies in QueenstownRas Theron lost his right arm at 19 in a military training accident in 1967.29 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandThe Country: Shane Jones on Sam Neill and miningOn today: Chris Brandolino, Shane Jones, Geoff Crawford, Andrew Murray, and Jen Corkran. 21 Jan 12:58 AM
New ZealandDoC investigates 'illegal' New Year party near WānakaDoC says between 50 and 100 campers set up on the Newcastle Track site.08 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandElderly Wānaka man who died after being trapped under vehicle at home is named Police say David Simmers, 85, was unable to be revived.07 Jan 08:38 PM
New Zealand‘Hero driver’ praised for helping return missing dogs after vehicle theftPolice say the driver became suspicious of a man he gave a lift to and rang officers.07 Jan 08:21 AM
New ZealandTragic end in search for missing tramper, body foundA large-scale search has been underway for Connor Purvis, who planned to climb Mt Huxley. 07 Jan 01:50 AM
New ZealandElderly man dies after being crushed by car at Wānaka homeThe victim lived alone at the Roche St property for many years.06 Jan 02:30 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
New ZealandPerson dies after being crushed by car in WānakaEmergency services were called to Roche Street about 10.45am.05 Jan 12:22 AM
New ZealandLarge-scale search for missing 20-year-old tramper resumesConnor Purvis, 20, planned to summit Mt Huxley around December 30.04 Jan 08:38 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTradie's remarkable revival of long-lost NZ clothing brand from his backyard shed Nikolai Solakof had never sewn before reviving Oscar Eide from his shed.27 Dec 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandQueenstown 2500-house development draft fast-tracked despite backlash, concerns over impactThe 205ha site could ultimately hold up to about 2800 homes.23 Dec 04:00 PM
