Travel17 Spots for unbelievable stargazing in NZStar trek across Aotearoa at these stunning stargazing locations.07 Jul 09:00 PM
New ZealandPolar blast: Freezing conditions, heavy snowfall in South IslandAn estimated 20cm to 40cm has fallen in some areas01 Jul 11:08 PM
New ZealandEuro vision: Sir Grahame Sydney hosts tour of Europe’s top art galleriesLegendary NZ painter to explain Van Gogh, Rembrandt and Monet on exclusive new tour.09 Jun 05:00 PM
TravelKiwi regional tourism bodies divided over call to stop Tourism NZ's domestic marketing supportFrom 'happy' to 'disappointed', RTOs respond to the cut.02 Jun 01:06 AM
New Zealand'Thought it was a possum': Dozens of 'odd-looking' birds fall from skyFallen muttonbirds have reportedly been found in Southland, the Queenstown area and Otago.11 May 05:59 AM
TravelGot kids? Put a smile on their dial in Central OtagoGrins are guaranteed on a one-week family holiday.08 May 07:00 PM
New ZealandFatal fence post skiing accident 'foreseeable', court hearsSixty-year-old died after skiing into a post at the bottom of a ski run.20 Apr 07:23 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyPower play: NZ wind energy gears up as investment buildsWhat's in the wind energy pipeline and who's behind the developments.20 Apr 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessCentral Otago vineyard: What went wrong, why IRD called liquidatorsIRD wants $40,000, other creditors claim $97,000 from pinot noir specialist.06 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionPlastering the Central Otago castle: yes or no?"The fact that the place is unfinished adds to its interest and indeed to its uniqueness."06 Mar 04:20 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentNZ's greatest living artist on his legacy, inspiration - and saying no to Elton JohnSir Grahame Sydney: 'I’m terrified I’m going to die soon'.03 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionCentral Otago vineyard falls into liquidationApplication to have liquidators appointed granted by High Court on Thursday.26 Feb 10:00 PM
New ZealandTwo killed among multiple crashes in the SouthEmergency services busy with weekend of accidents in Southland.12 Feb 05:02 PM
New ZealandPublic indecency mix-up led to ‘terrifying’ confrontationA man faced an angry dad after a toilet break was confused for something sinister.08 Feb 09:34 PM
TravelWe flew on the world's first 'winery airline': Here's what it was likeFrom limitless vino to private restaurants, this exclusive trip is a wine-lover's dream.03 Feb 05:36 AM
New ZealandQueenstown helicopters near miss: Chopper pilot takes ‘evasive action’ to avoid crashIncident happened just days before Gold Coast tragedy that claimed four lives.22 Jan 09:48 PM
EntertainmentDocumentary marks anniversary of first Otago migrant shipThe first migrant ship from Europe arrived in Otago 175 years ago.10 Jan 01:55 AM
New ZealandNYE fireworks blaze: People seen leaving US billionaire’s property in black Range RoverLocals outraged over lack of apology for fire and question permission given for fireworks02 Jan 03:56 AM
New ZealandUS billionaire’s controversial Arrowtown New Year's fireworks spark large fireAngry locals had petitioned against tycoon's extravagant pyrotechnics plans.31 Dec 10:21 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionTop commercial property sales in 2022 - $1.4 billion of dealsSingaporeans and Australians were involved in some of the biggest deals.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Super turd’ Cadogan celebrates wastewater projectCentral Otago Mayor dons turd outfit celebrating new wastewater project.22 Dec 12:49 AM
New ZealandMotorcyclist dies just after police alerted to 'manner of riding'Road blocked while police investigate.20 Dec 11:59 PM
New Zealand'Wai wise': Residents urged to conserve water in Queenstown this summerWater consumption has already started to rise rapidly following the end of winter.19 Dec 06:53 PM
New ZealandTornado rips through Alexandra, damaging 4 homesOne house has lost the roof and debris has been found scattered in the area.17 Dec 07:12 AM
New ZealandWatch: Occupants escape blazing SUVOccupants of an SUV badly damaged by fire on State Highway 1 north of Dunedin have escaped without injury. Video / ODTWatch30 Nov 01:19 AM
New ZealandEx Otago man becomes first Kiwi, oldest person to swim icy straitThe Strait of Magellan is at the bottom of South America. Spoiler: It's cold!25 Nov 07:58 PM
TravelCentral Otago boasts over 50 cellar doors... Where to begin?A handful of excellent Central Otago cellar doors - because you have to start somewhere.11 Nov 12:16 AM
New ZealandMachete strike leads to large police call outIn Dunedin, a man was arrested after it was alleged he used a machete to strike another tenant's door. Video / Craig BaxterWatch27 Oct 12:06 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAuckland exodus: People leaving big city, but big sky country lures newcomersThe doughnut effect: Central city populations are falling, in some cases significantly.25 Oct 04:33 AM
New Zealand'Fast Eddie' reflects on life, love and facing mortality after terminal diagnosis"We're fighting a disease that's trying to beat us."21 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Tim Shadbolt loses Invercargill mayoralty raceSir Tim Shadbolt is out of a job after failing to both retain his mayoralty or gain a council seat. Video / Otago Daily TimesWatch08 Oct 08:53 AM
New ZealandPolar blast: Fruit growers counting the costRecord low temperatures from pockets of Antarctic air defy frost-fighting wind machines.06 Oct 05:39 PM
New Zealand'Still a good chance' of snow in Christchurch, roads closed as snow falls in South IslandThe polar blast has arrived and the Wellington CBD may get snow in October.05 Oct 06:40 AM
New ZealandPolar blast: Record lows, snow to sea levelChill hitting the south will sweep north, bringing a biting low fresh from the Antarctic.04 Oct 06:50 PM
