New ZealandChristchurch Nomads gang killing: Cleared of murder, guilty of manslaughterShayne "Smiley" Heappey died in the 2018 knife attack.06 Nov 01:15 AM
New ZealandDunedin man jailed for four-hour attack on ex-partnerMartin Cotton, 27, ranted, beat his victim and waved a knife around in terrifying attack.05 Nov 08:12 PM
New ZealandSerious crash: SH1 closed north of DunedinMotorists are being asked to avoid the area if possible.04 Nov 11:45 PM
New Zealand'No one knows where the money has gone': $220k fraud couple avoid jailGavin and Karen Bainbridge's scam left Otago uni staff feeling "dirty and tainted".04 Nov 02:06 AM
New ZealandSex predator's release ruled out due to behaviour behind barsJoseph Lepper has continued his erratic, abusive behaviour in prison, Parole Board hears.03 Nov 09:55 PM
New ZealandDunedin Airport bomb threat trial beginsThe defendant is charged with taking a fake bomb into an airport security area last year.01 Nov 11:21 PM
New ZealandOamaru whitebaiter and father of 2-year-old diesOamaru whitebaiter Craig Andrew died after being swept out to sea last month.01 Nov 10:29 PM
New ZealandDunedin bucks benefit trendNew Zealanders accessing benefits has grown markedly since last year, except in Dunedin.31 Oct 11:21 PM
Entertainment'Ghoulish': Why David Bain won't watch Black Hands TV dramaLong-time supporter Joe Karam says drama is 'at the expense of the Bain family'.31 Oct 01:49 AM
New ZealandThieving bar manager escapes conviction 'to help future job prospects'A former bar manager appeared in court for stealing from the safe of Velvet Burger.30 Oct 11:56 PM
New Zealand'You're the scum of the Earth' - victims give abuser scathing send-off in courtAlan Bell's three victims gave harrowing evidence at his sentencing hearing in Dunedin.30 Oct 07:50 PM
Black FernsBlack Fern avoids drink driving conviction to boost RWC chancesThe competition is being held on home soil29 Oct 05:08 PM
New ZealandPolice overstepped authority by entering house of axe-wielding Dunedin manThe Armed Offenders Squad ultimately forced their way into the house.28 Oct 07:55 PM
New ZealandFlatmate-killer's prison term extended for second attackDomestic assault was committed before he beat flatmate to death.28 Oct 05:30 PM
New ZealandDeportee back in jail after crime spree, sex with 15-year-oldFour-month frenzy of offending followed sexual connection with female under 16.28 Oct 05:03 PM
New ZealandMan in police pursuit crash was door-knocker with swastika face tattoo, police sayThe man had reportedly been knocking on household doors saying he was 'fundraising'.28 Oct 04:05 AM
New ZealandCharges after police pursuit ends in crashA Dunedin driver will appear in court on multiple charges after a police pursuit.27 Oct 10:10 PM
New Zealand'What you'd expect from a 4-year-old': Councillor blasted over bad behaviourLee Vandervis says he doesn't need help with anger management. His colleagues disagree.27 Oct 10:00 PM
New ZealandNomads fatal gang stabbing: 'I'm not going to hurt you'A 'hiding' was ordered for Shayne 'Smiley' Heappey who owed a drug debt.27 Oct 03:04 AM
New ZealandStudent's fatal overdose: Medsafe to consider paracetamol sale restrictionsCoroner wants tighter sales restrictions on sales of the painkiller.26 Oct 05:02 PM
New ZealandSummer in spring: The heat is on for parts of New ZealandTemperatures will be up to 12C above average in places - but don't get too comfortable.24 Oct 04:00 PM
RugbyBonus point win for OtagoNorthland embarrassed by Otago in the Mitre 10 Cup match in Dunedin.23 Oct 07:50 AM
New ZealandOur young, drunk emergency room patientsThe busiest times for alcohol-related cases were Saturday nights and Sunday mornings.22 Oct 07:41 PM
PoliticsCouncillor investigated after 'tirade' at deputy mayor'The behaviour was abusive, aggressive and lacked all courtesy', investigator finds.22 Oct 12:50 AM
New ZealandDunedin man who 'utterly terrified' partner sentenced to jailThe man may not stay long behind bars however, after a bid was made for home detention.21 Oct 10:39 PM
New ZealandDunedin repeat sex offender refused parole until 'deviancy' properly treatedDunedin sex offender who attacked and violated a drunk pub goer will stay behind bars21 Oct 10:10 PM
New ZealandWoman stalked ex-landlord for nearly 10 yearsShe also sent him a key to her home via courier.20 Oct 07:59 PM
TravelDunedin's bonniest sights and Hibernian experiencesThere's a bonnie time to be had – without the jet lag or sharp sting to the bank account.20 Oct 03:39 AM
New ZealandElection 2020: Our diverse 40 new MPsWho are they? They include our first African, Latin American and Sri Lankan MPs.18 Oct 04:45 AM
New ZealandHigh-profile Nat MPs Brownlee, Smith, Bishop set to lose seatsUp to 20 seats could change hands tonight, most - but not all - to Labour.17 Oct 07:23 AM
New ZealandWoman seen 'swigging wine' behind the wheel denies charges in courtThe woman was on a zero-alcohol restriction at the time she was stopped by police.17 Oct 12:49 AM
New ZealandStill searching for beloved pets Dice and Weed one year onThe black poodle and terrier disappeared from their Otago Peninsula home a year ago.16 Oct 10:01 PM
New ZealandElection Day weather divide: Mostly fine in North Island, rain in the SouthVoters can expect mostly fine weather in North Island; umbrellas, coats needed in South.16 Oct 07:30 PM
New ZealandIcy Blast: Snow falling in parts of CanterburySnow is coating a number of Canterbury alpine passes and townships.14 Oct 07:51 PM
