New Zealand'Couldn't do a damn thing': Otago house completely destroyed in blazeBronwyn Terry, 60, woke to the smell of smoke about 5am yesterday.20 Apr 07:06 PM
New ZealandSinking yacht threatened Cook Strait power cables vital to NZ's electricityA shipwreck drifting at the edge of the Marlborough Sounds has damaged a fishing boat.20 Apr 04:38 AM
Super RugbyShocking stats revealed: The reason behind Crusaders' Super Rugby declineThe Crusaders have been vulnerable - and the stats tell a compelling story as to why.20 Apr 03:30 AM
New Zealand'Not acceptable': review reveals how dead animals ended up in water reservoirThree cases of water-borne diseases were reported by people who visited Akaroa.20 Apr 02:06 AM
New ZealandWatching grass grow: Harvest time at NZ's largest cannabis cropThe Macfarlane family farm in Kaikōura is now New Zealand's biggest cannabis crop.20 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandTeens arrested after night of verbal abuse and fighting in student quarterFive people were identified as the culprits by police.20 Apr 12:37 AM
New ZealandCock-a-doodle-don't! Rowdy urban rooster told to pull his neck inFeathers ruffled after neighbours cry foul.20 Apr 12:30 AM
New ZealandBoy found by police after sleepwalking nearly half a kilometreHe had sleepwalked about 400m, he said.19 Apr 10:21 PM
New ZealandTarras land under survey as groundwork on airport plan continuesChristchurch Airport plans to open a 2.2km runway for jet aircraft.19 Apr 09:32 PM
New ZealandMan on trial for Queenstown stabbing says it was self defenceThe jury trial for Jack Harrington, of Nelson, began yesterday.19 Apr 07:50 PM
New ZealandHouse destroyed, 25 firefighters battle Otago blazeWater supply issues meant crews from Palmerston and Dunedin were also required,19 Apr 07:28 PM
New Zealand'New lease of life': Lancaster Park development beginsIt is likely that sports games can be played there from early next year.19 Apr 07:05 PM
New ZealandOne of NZ's biggest natural threats: 75% chance of major Alpine Fault quake in next 50 yearsThe probability of NZ's big-risk Alpine Fault rupturing before 2068 just got much higher.19 Apr 03:00 PM
New ZealandQueenstown welcomes Aussie travellers with free bungy jump, live musicQantas QF121 was scheduled to land at Queenstown Airport at 2.30pm.19 Apr 03:48 AM
New ZealandLiquor store allegedly robbed by 13-year-old with sawArmed officers could be seen along Yaldhurst Rd and elsewhere around the area.19 Apr 02:05 AM
New Zealand'My personal information': Privacy concerns over Christchurch billboard camerasA privacy lawyer says they add to the narrative people are increasingly being watched.19 Apr 01:55 AM
PremiumPremiumSuper RugbySuper Rugby power rankings: What's going wrong at the Crusaders?Patrick McKendry ranks the country's biggest movers after the latest round of Super Rugby.19 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandTechnical issue diverts Dunedin-Wellington flight to ChristchurchIt follows the opening of the quarantine-free transtasman bubble this morning.18 Apr 11:53 PM
New ZealandCharity walker warned by police before he was hit by carPolice seek information after walker run over by green sedan.18 Apr 11:02 PM
New Zealand8000 hay bales on fire, crews battling blaze in CanterburyA Fire and Emergency NZ spokesman said they were called to the blaze at about 6.23am.18 Apr 09:47 PM
New Zealand'A very long time coming': Flights to Aussie from Christchurch under waySix return flights to Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney will take place today.18 Apr 09:15 PM
SportRugby fans injured after barrier collapse at Highlanders matchThree people were taken to Dunedin Hospital following the incident.18 Apr 08:48 PM
New ZealandFirst commercial flight to land in Queenstown after 387 daysQantas QF121 is scheduled to land at Queenstown Airport at 2.30pm.18 Apr 08:18 PM
New Zealand'Sweaty palms': Otago couple nervously watch son's role in Duke's funeralNick grew up in Dunedin and began his singing career in the St Paul's Cathedral choir.18 Apr 07:20 PM
New ZealandLive: Tearful reunions as transtasman travel bubble opens, PM thanks KiwisAbout 400 quarantine-free weekly flights will arrive at and depart from Auckland Airport.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandVaccine confusion: Teacher aide mistakenly receives text"At first I thought it was spam".17 Apr 06:50 AM
New Zealand'So brave': Wife of badly burnt officer praises his quick thinkingTe Anau police officer faces long recovery after accident left him with severe burns.16 Apr 11:44 PM
New ZealandMurderer doctor's death sparks review of courts communications with prisonsDeath of killer Dunedin doctor Venod Skantha has forced a review at correction facilities.16 Apr 08:29 PM
New ZealandGovt warned new anti-terror law may lead to disproportional surveillance"Particular groups" could be disproportionally targeted as a result of new legislation.16 Apr 03:07 AM
New ZealandCHCH City Mission's $10m upgrade focuses on transitional housingA three-storey complex, accommodating 15 people, will form part of the redevelopment.15 Apr 09:16 PM
New ZealandAmmunition thief tells Dunedin court of regret for actionsMan stole ammunition days before the second anniversary of Christchurch mosque attacks.15 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandFrontline police armed on average once a weekSome say this is the safest response - others warn it increases chance of violence.15 Apr 08:14 PM
New ZealandBalclutha residents angry, fearful amid alleged youth crimesThe alleged crimes include vandalism, petty theft, antisocial behaviour and trespassing.15 Apr 08:00 PM
New Zealand'I'd like him just to die and leave us alone': Mother of slain 15yo daughterPaul Bailey was this week refused parole after serving 30 years for Kylie Smith's murder.15 Apr 07:54 PM
