New ZealandPassengers refuse face masks: Police called inEmployers advised bus drivers not to argue with passengers.18 Feb 06:27 PM
New ZealandWoman's hair ripped from scalp in random attackThe defendant, witnesses said, appeared to be especially hostile.18 Feb 06:06 PM
TravelGetting away from it all: Caravan appears on lakeA Wānaka man has taken self-isolation to the next level.18 Feb 05:39 PM
New ZealandNo extra wage subsidy for struggling Queenstown tourism businessesMayor Jim Boult said he will continue to work assiduously for the community on the matter.18 Feb 12:15 AM
New Zealand1.6kg of cannabis seized in Queenstown, 25-year-old arrestedThe man has subsequently been charged in relation to possessing cannabis for supply.17 Feb 10:43 PM
BusinessCalling all developers: 8000sq m section in heart of Christchurch CBD up for saleCrown-owned company Ōtākaro Limited is the current owner.17 Feb 09:08 PM
New Zealand'Extreme concern' as search for missing man unable to communicate enters third day68-year-old Raymond Horn has been missing since Monday morning.17 Feb 08:37 PM
New Zealand'It's my own fault': Coma, arm amputated after drunk motorcycle crashIt was weeks before he regained consciousness.17 Feb 07:18 PM
New ZealandUnsafe lead levels found in Otago children's bloodIt follows a contamination scare which resulted in a do not drink notice.17 Feb 07:04 PM
New ZealandHeavy water charges, rates rise on the cards for ChristchurchThe plan would aim to reduce the pressure being put on the city's water infrastructure.17 Feb 06:21 PM
New ZealandFatal crash between car and van on West CoastThe crash happened on State Highway 6 at about 1.22pm on Wednesday.17 Feb 06:21 PM
New Zealand'Big misconception': Why Oamaru woman chooses to wear burkaShe's Oamaru's first resident to wear a burka. She wants people to hear why she wears it.17 Feb 05:46 PM
New ZealandCornrow row: School's U-turn relief for studentConcern remains that school didn't understand cultural significance of the hairstyle.17 Feb 05:19 PM
New ZealandChristchurch terror attacks: Police release evidence report, new details on March 15New report released outlining the full police evidence in the March 15 attacks.17 Feb 05:03 AM
New ZealandMarcus Lush wins by-election, will join Invercargill City CouncilNewstalk ZB host received more than half of the votes counted.17 Feb 01:36 AM
New ZealandPerson injured after mobility scooter crash with carPolice were called to the crash in Dunedin at about 11.10am.16 Feb 11:59 PM
New Zealand'Love triangle' trial cut short after accused pleads guiltyJoel Maikara Amohanga, 30, has been on trial at Invercargill High Court since Monday.16 Feb 11:43 PM
New Zealand'Pride and sadness': Pike River team reaches planned furthest point in mineThe agency reached the roof fall, 2.260km up the drift access tunnel, on Tuesday.16 Feb 11:27 PM
New ZealandEvacuation after smoke in tunnel near Clyde DamEmergency services were called to the incident in the tunnel on Wednesday.16 Feb 09:12 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandQuake victim gets $236k in backdated ACC - more than half taken for benefitsACC back pay quake victim Bonnie Singh more than $236K - but MSD take more than half.16 Feb 07:54 PM
New Zealand'If I can do it, anyone can': Disabled 20yo launches real-fruit ice-cream hutHis dad suffered a brain injury while trying to stop a robbery. Now he's giving them hope.16 Feb 07:50 PM
New ZealandNight stalker: Police may appeal against community detentionPolice are considering an appeal against a sentence for a man who stalked his ex wife.16 Feb 07:42 PM
New ZealandRecidivist offender avoids jail after biting police officer, dangerous drivingJustin Philip Witchall was sentenced to four months' home detention.16 Feb 06:51 PM
New ZealandWrangling Shrek the sheep lookalike good practice for young rugby playersThe year 13 pupils had been watching the rogue ewe for some time.16 Feb 06:31 PM
New Zealand12-hours from Wellington to Picton: Gale-force winds trap ferry passengersMore than the equivalent time of a flight to Los Angeles when their vessel finally docked.16 Feb 06:04 PM
New ZealandNZ urged to test wastewater for CovidResearch group detects coronavirus at Dunedin's Tahuna Wastewater Treatment Plant.16 Feb 05:23 PM
TravelJourney back to the gold-digging, beer-swilling West CoastThere are many highlights in this Gold Rush town and one-time Kiwi pub capital.16 Feb 05:00 PM
Lifestyle'Extreme haircut': Student told to undo cornrowsA Dunedin teenager is butting heads with his high school over his hairstyle.16 Feb 05:42 AM
New ZealandBlazing saddlery: Fire at historic Oamaru businessThe businesses' owner could be seen running towards the property.16 Feb 01:31 AM
New ZealandPerson critically in e-scooter crash in Christchurch mall carparkPolice continue to make inquiries into the circumstances.16 Feb 12:26 AM
New ZealandPerson freed from car after crash in Lewis PassEmergency services were called to the crash on Lewis Pass Rd about 10:25am.16 Feb 12:10 AM
New ZealandNever before seen quake photos to be released to mark 10th anniversaryThe online exhibition will go live on February 22.15 Feb 11:47 PM
TravelHungry Traveller: A big bite of QueenstownEight places to eat and drink in this Remarkable southern city.15 Feb 10:16 PM
