New ZealandHeavy rain warnings across North IslandTropical downpours are drenching the north of the North Island as thunderstorms loom over Northland, Auckland and Waikato.16 Feb 06:11 PM
BusinessCadbury closure 'short-term thinking'Kiwi chocolatier Whittaker's has reaffirmed its commitment to New Zealand, following news today that Cadbury would be closing its factory.16 Feb 12:56 AM
BusinessTears as Cadbury workers told of closureMost workers declined to comment after being told not to speak to media, but a few made their feelings known after the 10am meeting.15 Feb 11:39 PM
Business350 jobs to go at Cadbury factoryThe owner of the Cadbury factory in Dunedin has announced a proposal to end operations in 2018, with 350 people facing redundancies.15 Feb 09:46 PM
New ZealandJoy for family of injured cyclistBernard Gendron remains in an induced coma in Dunedin Hospital, but his family, who have arrived from Canada, have seen encouraging signs.15 Feb 09:33 PM
New ZealandWitnesses to Dunedin assault soughtPolice are calling for witnesses to a vicious assault at Dunedin International Airport early last Friday morning.15 Feb 03:27 AM
New ZealandCampervan driver faces chargesA campervan driver will appear in court next week accused of causing a severe brain injury to a Canadian tourist.14 Feb 08:52 PM
New ZealandTourist fights for life after crashA Canadian cruise ship passenger and "self-made man'' was in Dunedin for the day when he was knocked from his bicycle in front of his shocked wife and began a battle for his life.13 Feb 10:15 PM
New ZealandNASA's super balloon to return to WanakaNASA has confirmed it will return to Wanaka to launch it's super-pressure balloon which will see the 18.8 million cubic foot balloon 12 Feb 08:10 PM
New ZealandI should've booked another flight out, says passengerWeary passengers forced to wait even longer after plane to Auckland is delayed yet again.12 Feb 04:24 PM
New ZealandMechanical issues ground Dunedin flightsPassengers have been left stranded at Dunedin Airport tonight after mechanical problems grounded two aircraft this afternoon.12 Feb 07:18 AM
BusinessChick's Hotel turned into recording studioPort Chalmer's iconic music venue, Chick's Hotel, has been transformed into a recording studio.11 Feb 11:51 PM
New ZealandCar 'burst into the lounge' of Dunedin houseA woman was injured after the car she was driving hit a parked car and then "burst into the lounge'' of a Dunedin house today.11 Feb 01:34 AM
New ZealandSevere head injury after cyclist hit by campervanA cyclist sustained a serious head injury after being hit by a campervan in Dunedin today. A St John spokesman said an ambulance 11 Feb 01:30 AM
New ZealandShop owner defends Confederate flagA garage owner has defended displaying the Confederate flag after a Dunedin woman took to social media to register her shock at seeing it.10 Feb 10:52 PM
New ZealandProbe begins into ship explosionInvestigators will interview 'relevant people' after yesterday's explosion that killed a crewman on board cruise ship.09 Feb 09:40 PM
New ZealandPassenger heard 'an almighty explosion'A passenger aboard a cruise ship on which a crew member died has recounted the harrowing scenes which followed the incident. WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT.09 Feb 07:36 PM
New ZealandDrug user told salt was methA drug user went to the police after swapping his car for rock salt.09 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan killed in cruise ship explosionInflatable vessels were being reinflated when a gas cylinder exploded, killing one.09 Feb 05:06 AM
New ZealandBody found near where diver went missingThe body of a person thought to be a diver who went missing in Otago waters yesterday has been found. Police divers found the body 04 Feb 04:50 AM
New ZealandSix60 gig balcony collapse 'failings'A new report about the collapse of a balcony at a student concert in Dunedin has revealed a number of failings.03 Feb 07:51 AM
New ZealandSearch suspended for missing diver in OtagoPolice have suspended the search for a diver missing in Dunedin tonight.03 Feb 07:28 AM
New ZealandFatal crash driver a 'changed man'The man responsible for the deaths of two Mosgiel siblings is a changed man, according to the Parole Board.02 Feb 11:20 PM
New ZealandWitness: 'Mental image haunts me'The innocent driver involved in a crash which saw a teenager die has described the haunting moments he realised she was dead.02 Feb 11:12 PM
New ZealandAlbatross chick on road to recoveryDunedin's newest celebrity albatross chick could be reunited with its parents as soon as tomorrow.01 Feb 05:34 PM
New ZealandDunedin gun theft details revealedA man found out about an arsenal of weapons in a Dunedin house after his co-defendant's girlfriend had been there 'in relation to work'.31 Jan 10:03 PM
New ZealandFireworks injury spurs 'new perspective'Wayne Boss' fireworks injury, which may have robbed him of sight in his right eye, has given him a ''new perspective'' on life.31 Jan 09:38 PM
New ZealandFears for ill albatross chickAlbatross chick has lost weight after being found riddled with maggots.30 Jan 11:49 PM
New ZealandSex attacker's name suppression liftedA transgender man has admitted violating another man while he was walking home after a night out.30 Jan 10:14 PM
SportEditorial: Sevens demise lamentableApparently it's called the Wellington Sevens because that's how many tickets were sold. Financially beleaguered for the past few 30 Jan 06:50 PM
New ZealandPilot's first solo flight ends in rough landingA light plane has crashed at Dunedin airport.27 Jan 09:58 PM
New ZealandCaregiver swindled father, brotherA Mosgiel woman swindled her ailing father and intellectually disabled brother out of $65,000 while she was supposed to be caring 27 Jan 07:54 PM
New ZealandTumultuous relationship crushed familyKatie Burt's ex-partner was jailed for his chilling threats against her. Now her parents are haunted by her death. Rob Kidd reports.27 Jan 06:16 PM
New ZealandChild seriously injured after fallSouthern Lakes Helicopters were called to the incident near Te Anau at 6.10pm.27 Jan 07:35 AM
