New ZealandLocal legends: The Waikato community stalwarts recognised in New Year HonoursDame Coral Shaw is honoured for years of public service and abuse inquiry work.30 Dec 04:00 PM
SportSports honours: The stars and quiet achievers in the New Year HonoursScott Dixon, Lorraine Moller and Martin Guptill are among those recognised.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew Year Honours: Tech titan, red-hot racer, DIY philanthropist and 97yo organist among 177 recognisedThere are four new knights and three new dames in the New Year 2026 Honours out today.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe South Island ‘pie belt’: Ex-tradies put smoko break experience into high-quality pies21 Aug 05:00 PM
MotorsportPet food magnate speaks on luring V8 Supercars to the South IslandIf approved, 2026 will see two Supercars events in NZ for the first time.19 Dec 06:14 PM
MotorsportSecond Supercars event for New Zealand?If approved, 2026 will see two Supercars events in NZ for the first time.18 Dec 07:57 PM
New ZealandHot air balloon has rough landing near Wānaka10 people treated for minor injuries after a hot air balloon's rough landing near Queensbury. Video / Wendy DavieWatch17 Dec 11:31 PM
New ZealandWhat lies beneath: A small NZ town harbours a classic underwater secretHow did a classic car end up anchored on a submerged bridge in this idyllic lake?01 Dec 05:18 PM
TravelThe Great NZ Road Trip: Queenstown to DunedinThe Great NZ Road Trip: Queenstown to Dunedin Video / NZ HeraldWatch01 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMayor's son says drink-driving was 'bad judgment'The driver says a poor decision was made.13 Aug 01:54 AM
New Zealand‘Absurd and dangerous’: Otago drink driver nearly 10 times over legal limitThe driver blew more than 2000mcg of alcohol per litre of breath.22 Jul 03:33 AM
TravelThe South Island’s cosiest spots for a total chill-out this winterRug up and disconnect from the world.19 Jul 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPlay it again, Sam: Our most famous actor on home, Hollywood friends, wine, and ageingSam Neill speaks to Kurt Bayer during wine harvest at his Central Otago vineyards.19 Apr 08:38 PM
New ZealandVintage plane flips at Cromwell airportA plane has flipped and crashed at the airport.01 Apr 01:07 AM
New Zealand'Heartbreaking' crash in Cromwell kills oneThe crash involved two trucks and a car, and happened near the Cromwell Gorge.27 Mar 10:55 PM
New ZealandOne dead following three vehicle crash near Cromwell, stretch of SH8 closedThe crash happened on State Highway 8 just before 7am.26 Mar 11:03 PM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentEngineered stone firm sent WorkSafe notices; rejects landlord’s claim of unsafe practicesEngineered or artificial stone will soon be banned in Australia.22 Dec 04:04 PM
New ZealandFather brought to tears during young daughter’s account of alleged abuse by family friendA cellphone recording revealed the young girl telling her father.23 Nov 01:46 AM
New Zealand‘This is the real story’: Girl says she was sexually abused by parents' friendA Cromwell man has denied indecently groping a friend’s 6-year-old.21 Nov 08:15 PM
New Zealand'I leapt into the air': 81-year-old stunned after winning LamborghiniCromwell local Ivan Fahey is the proud new owner of a Lamborghini Huracan.08 Nov 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Mistake has been made': Police breath test passenger instead of driver in left-hand drive carA police spokesperson admitted the officer made a mistake.25 Sep 05:38 AM
New ZealandBigger impact: Research shows likely effects of controversial Tarras airportAnimated flyovers released today show the impact Tarras airport would have.29 Aug 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Really cool': NZ's first driver-optional e-tractor launchedForest Lodge Orchard aims to be the world’s first 100% electric, zero-fossil fuel orchard.31 Jul 01:14 AM
New ZealandWaka Kotahi opposes Central Otago housing planTransport agency cites climate change concerns and isolated location.30 Jul 05:39 PM
Business‘Stubborn’ Otago farmer sells land for new airportBreakthrough in impasse over proposed runway about 25 minutes drive from Cromwell.30 May 07:04 PM
TravelGot kids? Put a smile on their dial in Central OtagoGrins are guaranteed on a one-week family holiday.08 May 07:00 PM
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
