Christchurch‘He lived life to its fullest’: Family's tribute to climber killed on Fiordland peakConnor McKenzie, 28, died climbing Sabre Peak in remote Fiordland.18 Dec 04:23 AM
New ZealandClimbers who died on Fiordland peak named while search for missing Aoraki Mt Cook pair continuesConnor Scott McKenzie, 28, held dual New Zealand and Canadian citizenship.16 Dec 10:28 PM
TravelHow to do this NZ Great Walk in 3 hours instead of 4 daysMilford Track is now even more accessible, with no DoC huts or dehydrated meals required.15 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand18-hour deluge: Heavy rain to fall across parts of south, 120km/h destructive gales to batter parts14 Dec 03:36 AM
Travel newsHow to plan a standout summer getaway, from Waiwera hot pools to remote horse treks06 Dec 05:50 PM
New Zealand'Lucky we weren’t out there with the kids': 'Mini tornado' lifts farm equipment 20m in air15 Nov 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Possible thunderstorms in Auckland': Heavy rain to lash North Island this evening10 Nov 04:19 AM
New ZealandSouth Island faces weekend deluge as heavy rain and wind warnings issuedBuller and Grey face 18 hours of heavy rain from Saturday midday.17 Oct 05:00 AM
TravelInside Queenstown’s new luxury lodge with rooms from $2800 a nightGuests are welcomed with Ruinart Champagne overlooking Lake Wakatipu.16 Oct 10:30 PM
ChristchurchBody found in search for missing Fiordland hunterThe man was reported missing after failing to return from a Monday hunt.07 Oct 12:55 AM
New ZealandHighways closed, temps drop to sub-zero as cold snap sweeps up countrySnow is forecast to fall as low as 100m on several South Island roads.30 Sep 09:58 PM
New Zealand'Bit of a bang': Antarctic cold snap brings freezing temperatures for NZSnow is forecast to fall as low as 100m on several South Island roads.30 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandFlights disrupted as severe winds batter South IslandOne flight from Auckland circled twice over Invercargill before turning back.30 Sep 04:59 AM
New Zealand'Significant': Red wind warning issued for CanterburyWind gusts could reach 140km/h, strong enough to damage property and trees.19 Sep 11:22 PM
New ZealandMissing evacuation mapping a threat to SouthlandSouthland still lacks full evacuation maps despite recent tsunami alerts.15 Sep 10:45 PM
New ZealandRees Hotel fined $22k for selling illegal crayfish after MPI investigationGuests paid up to $7750 for the luxury crayfish trips in Fiordland.14 Sep 06:10 AM
New ZealandSevere weather warnings as thunderstorms, strong winds hit South IslandStrong northwest winds and heavy rain will affect the Canterbury High Country.04 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandWild weather: Akl Harbour Bridge likely to close tomorrow during strong wind gustsExpect gusty winds and showers across the country tomorrow.30 Aug 07:30 AM
New ZealandWinter's final blast: Severe storm set to batter NZ, 100km/h gales to pound north Auckland Civil Defence warns strong winds could turn branches and firewood into missiles.26 Aug 04:49 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'A remarkable feat': Two new species of wētā discoveredThe Anderus Rakiura and Anderus Pipiwai are the latest additions to the species family.17 Aug 08:40 PM
New ZealandTasman 'preparing for the worst' with more heavy rain on the horizonAn active front is set to bring rain to much of the country next week.25 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandNZ shivers in coldest temps of year, braces for severe weather shift Temperatures hit -7.5C in Dunedin and -3.9C in Masterton today.25 Jul 04:53 AM
New Zealand'A true Southland legend': Businessman who died on fishing trip rememberedRick Murrell was found dead – and another fisherman was rushed to hospital.22 Jul 02:24 AM
New ZealandBusinessman dies after fishing trip on Fiordland National Park lakePolice were notified after the two men failed to return or check in on the radio.21 Jul 06:15 AM
New ZealandGirl who died in Fiordland drowning missed 'every moment, every day'Tegan Chen drowned in Fiordland National Park's Marian Creek in January 2022.17 Jul 06:25 AM
New Zealand‘Tragic’ death of 10yo tourist witnessed by family leads to sweeping DOC safety upgradesTegan Chen tragically died during a family holiday to New Zealand in January last year.08 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandBrief winter respite to be swept away by heavy rain, severe galesHeavy rain watches are being issued.23 Jun 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Woke me up': Early morning quake rattles the deep south The magnitude 5.1 jolt hit just before 7am. 03 Jun 07:41 PM
New ZealandSevere weather warnings as heavy rain, strong winds approach the countryA front is sweeping in from the Tasman Sea.25 May 02:44 AM
New ZealandSearch for missing British hiker Eli Sweeting resumes in Milford Sound The search was temporarily halted on Thursday due to bad weather.10 May 11:05 PM
