McDeclined! Consent for new McDonald’s in Wānaka thrown out
The plans to bring a fastfood joint to the lakeside town divided opinion.
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Opinion: Why can’t we stop watching Find My Country House NZ?
OPINION: Nothing much happens in this property series, but it’s rating through the roof.
Husband charged with murder over Lake Hāwea death
Karen White was killed in March 2024 and her husband has now been charged with murder.
Search continues for man missing in Mount Aspiring National Park since Thursday
The search resumed this morning for a man who fell off a rock into a river.
What we know about the man missing in Mount Aspiring National Park
The search resumed this morning for a man who fell off a rock into a river.
Devastated local reflects on 70-year connection to historic hall gutted by fire
Douglas Dance, 84, has been connected to the cinema and hall since he was just 13.
Otago community ‘devastated’ after fire destroys Roxburgh town hall - world’s longest running cinema
The town hall was home to the world's longest-running cinema.
Man arrested after police discover illegal Otago cannabis operation
Police found five indoor tents with a dozen cannabis plants at the Roxburgh house.
'A blip': Man's defence for indecent assault on waitress
A drunk man who groped a waitress has been sentenced to community work.
Flagship rising: Rodd & Gunn opening Lodge bar, restaurant in Pompallier on Ponsonby
Bar and dining concept at Commercial Bay and Queenstown will be extended to Ponsonby.
‘Keep track of your kids’: Multiple assaults in Wānaka mass disorder involving 300 drunk youths
Holidaying teens have been involved in violent altercations and excessive drinking.
NZ merino firm vows to probe sheep cruelty claims in sheds owned by ex US TV host
Peta has released a video claiming to show 'several instances of animal abuse'.
Severe thunderstorm, rain warnings for Canterbury areas
MetService has issued two severe thunderstorm warnings and torrential rain is possible.
Three top new residences which won 2024 architecture awards
Outstanding designs displayed in Whanganui, Ōtautahi and Wānaka residential buildings.
'A lot of zeroes': Central Otago family $5m richer after Powerball win
'It’s been a tough year and now we feel like we can breathe.'
‘Can’t wait to move in for Christmas’: Richie McCaw reveals first pic of dream Wānaka house
Richie and Gemma McCaw are planning a new Wānaka life 'full of adventure'.
Pet food magnate speaks on luring V8 Supercars to the South Island
If approved, 2026 will see two Supercars events in NZ for the first time.
Winton Land 'pauses' $750m Wynyard plans, offers buyers refunds
How many people had paid deposits was not stated but pre-sales said to be 'strong'.
Second Supercars event for New Zealand?
If approved, 2026 will see two Supercars events in NZ for the first time.
'Unique opportunity': Ngāi Tahu's vision for Queenstown reserve
Ngāi Tahu consults the Queenstown community on restoring Morning Star Reserve whenua.
Watch: Hot air balloon makes rough landing, 10 treated at scene
The incident happened at about 8.30am.
Hot air balloon has rough landing near Wānaka
10 people treated for minor injuries after a hot air balloon's rough landing near Queensbury. Video / Wendy Davie
'Exciting new chapter': Richie and Gemma McCaw reveal big move
'It’s everything we’ve dreamed of for raising our girls'.
Murder in paradise: Who killed Karen White?
She was killed at her Lake Hāwea home on March 8 – but by who? Anna Leask investigates.
Lake Hāwea neighbour heard screams on day woman found dead
Karen Gaylene White died in March. The homicide investigation started in November.
'Significant assault': Police reveal more details of Lake Hāwea homicide
Police have returned to the house where they say Karen White was killed on March 8.
What lies beneath: A small NZ town harbours a classic underwater secret
How did a classic car end up anchored on a submerged bridge in this idyllic lake?
Coldplay fans among many ripped off by Auckland taxi company
'Something should be done about this company,' one taxi passenger said.
Taken for a ride: Auckland tourists charged $163 for 10km trip
'The air was blue when he said the price,' fleeced passenger says.
McSpicy! Battle royale over plans for town's first McDonald's
The plan to bring McDonald's to Wānaka could be decided soon.
How to make the most of 48 hours in Central Otago
No dilly-dallying - there’s a lot of ground to cover.
Unhappy meal? Submissions overwhelmingly reject Wānaka McDonald’s
The majority of submissions made about a McDonald's restaurant are not lovin' it.
The secret to finding Otago's best seasonal food and wine
Lock in this February food festival now - and other travel must-dos coming up soon.
The finest show on the finest wool starts tomorrow
150+ competitors to vie in NZ's biggest merino shearing champs in Alexandra this weekend.