Plane crash believed to be caused by rabbit hole
A police spokeswoman said reports suggest the aircraft experienced a ''hard landing''.
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One house was destroyed and another was significantly damaged in the fire.
Key witness in Scott Watson murder trial dead in suspected suicide
Critical witness to the Sounds murder mystery dies in Greymouth.
A Moment In Crime Podcast: The murder of Grace Millane
Herald podcast A Moment In Crime looks at the murder of Grace Millane in Auckland.
Has NZ forgotten about Syria after 10 years of war?
Aid agencies call on Government to step up its assistance.
Spy agency releases report into mosque terror attacks
The NZSIS has released a review of its decision-making in the lead-up to March 15, 2019.
Wanaka food and wine festival off to a good start
More than 2000 people attended the first Ripe festival on Sunday.
Dunedin council forks out $800,000 in lead crisis response
The cost of water testing since February 2 has cost $200k alone.
Police stabbing: Youth appears in court on serious charges
Officer allegedly attacked through police car window.
NZ's terror list needs to be expanded - experts
Just one name has been added to NZ's list of terrorists since the 2019 mosque attacks.
Phil Gifford: Sickening Super Rugby moment deserves greater punishment
OPINION: The biggest game of the year also featured the most appalling-looking play.
Fire crews at large house fire in Wanaka
Fire crews are at a large house fire in Wanaka early this morning.
Investigation launched, operations suspended after jet-boat accident
Emergency services were on the scene of the jet boat crash.
Fire that destroyed two police cars in Christchurch started by electrical fault
"It is believed this was an isolated incident with the vehicle."
Reality check: Crusaders burst Blues bubble in dominant win
It turns out the Blues are not the real deal, yet.
Sun out - Indian summer carries on with another dry week
NZ is in for another week of fine, settled weather, with many spots still dry from summer.
Sir Ian Taylor: How Team NZ was saved from closing down
OPINION: There was something else that made Team NZ's America's Cup win special.
Trip a little light fantastic: Covid-busting flight to witness Aurora Australis 'spectacular'
Kiwis paid $1200-plus for night flight to Antarctica – and back.
Bishop concedes 'at least' 80 boys may have been abused - at a single school
Previously Bishop Carrell told the Abuse in Care Royal Commission the number was about 30.
Welcome to the NZ town offering new homes at zero profit
Australian IT tycoon backs innovative community scheme to attract families.
Wikipedians invade West Coast
Ever wondered who's working to keep NZ information on Wikipedia accurate and up to date?
Chris Lynch: Muppets being offended by Muppets
Disney now gives a disclaimer for cultural stereotypes in The Muppet Show.
Raymond Horn search: Police seek couple seen in same park
Raymond Horn, who has dementia and is non-verbal, went missing on February 15.
Chch mosques bomb threat accused now faces terrorist manifesto charges
Online threats were allegedly made on eve of terror attack's anniversary.
Crime wave in Christchurch; homes burgled, vehicles stolen
Sumner and Redcliffs residents say police have not responded quickly enough.
Patrick McKendry: What Blues must do to beat Crusaders in 'high stakes' clash
There is probably more pressure on the Blues in the battle of the Super Rugby unbeatens.
Peeved at pie-eyed pastry thieves
Four attempts to nick goods on one night included a man putting a pie down his pants.
'Highly embarrassing': Anglican abuse phone line not connected
It was revealed during an inquiry into abuse suffered at the hands of the Anglican church.
Woman who stole $1 million from DHB named
The Serious Fraud Office found multiple transactions amounting to $1,062,973.
CDHB confirms stance supporting fluoridation of drinking water
The DHB voted to continue its pro-fluoridation stance at a meeting today.
Judge orders pre-schooler to be vaccinated despite father's objections
Father said he did not want to put his daughter into a "forced vaccination programme".
Alleged sex offender in court: Police appeal for any more information
The man is facing five charges of sexual violation.
Akaroa boil water notice lifted after discovery of dead animals in reservoir
A Christchurch City Council spokesperson said water is now safe to drink.
Warnings of 'harrowing' situations in student hostels
The Education and Workforce Select Committee is looking into students' pastoral care.