LiveNew ZealandSnow dump hits alpine passes, tornado smashes century-old villa MetService warns severe weather will continue, with more thunderstorms on the horizon.28 Jun 01:12 AM
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
New Zealand'Mumma bear' of six mourned after fatal ATV farm accident The all-terrain vehicle rolled on farmland near Millers Flat on Thursday. 25 Jun 02:12 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTop secret prototype sports car being tested in NZ crashes near Queenstown Staff in AMG-branded gear worked to conceal the damaged car at the scene.24 Jun 06:55 PM
New Zealand One dead, three injured in Central Otago ATV accidentOne adult died at the scene and three people suffered minor to moderate injuries.20 Jun 02:29 AM
New Zealand'Views, location': Section overlooking Lake Wanaka sells for $3.5m The agent behind the sale says the result reflects a growing trend.10 Jun 08:29 PM
New ZealandLake Te Anau mystery: Police ask for help after kayak found floating upside downPolice hope the missing kayaker made it ashore. 10 Jun 08:11 PM
New ZealandPedestrian dies after being hit by car in Roxburgh Emergency services were called to the Central Otago town at 7.20pm last night. 09 Jun 08:16 PM
New Zealand'Woke me up': Early morning quake rattles the deep south The magnitude 5.1 jolt hit just before 7am. 03 Jun 07:41 PM
New Zealand'Glorious views': Bare lakefront section sells for $6.8mThe land had been in the vendor's family for nearly 80 years.22 May 11:19 PM
New ZealandCentral Otago Young Grower title goes to Lydia GoodmanRaised on a beef and dairy farm in England, Lydia Goodman swapped cows for cherries.19 May 03:50 AM
TravelYour ultimate guide to King's Birthday weekend We’ve scoped out the best activities to do across regions in NZ.17 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyFast-tracking $200m film hub planned for Ayrburn'Potential short-term imposition on a very long-term asset.' - Chris Meehan on film tariff14 May 04:00 AM
LifestyleWhich NZ winery came out on top in 2025's best of the year awards?A Central Otago winery took out top spot for the second year running.11 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyFirst look: Inside stage one of new Wānaka retirement villageNothing for under $1m here: the starting point is $1.24m, but prices go up to $4.5m.08 May 03:13 AM
New ZealandWedding celebration turns to tragedy after woman causes crash that killed her sister Four others were also injured in the Wanaka crash last year.02 May 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Favourite place on Earth': Hollywood star Jason Momoa makes moves in Queenstown Aquaman actor has bought into a bar and is reportedly looking for a house. 30 Apr 08:01 PM
TravelWhy Queenstown’s Bike to Brewery trail is the ultimate weekend activityScenic cycling meets craft beer on this relaxed trail from Arrowtown to Arthur’s Point.29 Apr 07:00 AM
New ZealandPolice making 'urgent inquiries' after man found in Queenstown street in a critical conditionThe 33-year-old man was taken to hospital in a critical condition. 29 Apr 02:36 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessThe offspring: How heirs to Kiwi family fortunes earn their keep Meet the heirs of New Zealand's wealthiest families.28 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOlympicsHow an Olympic gold medal changed Finn Butcher's lifeButcher's story captured the imagination – the South Island kid who beat the world.22 Apr 07:30 PM
New ZealandMountain bike rider dies after incident on popular Queenstown trackEmergency services were called to the scene before 11am today. 12 Apr 12:40 AM
New ZealandMatakanui Station wins top honour at Otago farm environment awardsEnvironmental stewardship and community involvement helped the Patersons take the title.09 Apr 09:02 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCrane numbers down 15% nationally with sharper drop in Auckland'This is not surprising given the ongoing issues in the market' - Steve Gracey of RLB.03 Apr 01:02 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Buyers of $45m Qtown mansion revealed; Kiwi model at Beckham’s A-list 50thAnd, how to make your first million, according to 'Boss Babe'; event maestro's hospo foray02 Apr 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Are New Zealand’s mining royalties too low?OPINION: Mining contributes to the economy, but relies on foreign investment.02 Apr 06:00 AM
TravelWhat to do in Queenstown this autumnThere's plenty to do in Tāhuna as the season changes.01 Apr 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Such big development potential’ - why Queenstown place went for $45.5m'The price was big because the sale included so much flat land.' - local investor01 Apr 03:16 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: Spooked by agency closures; developer retrenching; residents begin Amaia shiftPeople are alarmed by the JLL closures, asking what that says about the successful agency.31 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘A delightful person’: Community mourns loss of prominent businessman after plane crashIvan van de Water was a respected member of the Gore community.30 Mar 11:03 PM
New Zealand‘Shocked and deeply upset’: Lake Hāwea plane crash victim was flying in club eventOne person was killed; another was cut from the wreckage with critical injuries.29 Mar 08:30 PM
New ZealandPerson survives plane crash in Central Otago, cut out of wreckageThe badly-injured person has been flown to Dunedin Hospital for treatment. 29 Mar 04:42 AM
