New ZealandThe MP and the text message inquiryNational MP Sarah Dowie has been revealed as focus of a police investigation.24 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandStudent lives in van for 18 months to avoid skyrocketing Wellington rentsJonathan Ford studied fulltime while living in van and it was "the best year of my life".23 Jan 11:30 PM
BusinessNew Zealand's most isolated bach up for saleA far cry from crowded Waiheke Island.20 Jan 12:15 AM
New ZealandPolice hunt for car after serious attack in InvercargillA vehicle believed to be involved was seized by police last night in Mataura.19 Jan 11:45 PM
New ZealandArmed offenders squad and ambulance called to Invercargill incidentAmbulance called to help with possible injuries after firearm incident in Invercargill.19 Jan 04:10 AM
New ZealandFire crews battle blaze at warehouse containing palm kernelThe firefighters had the blaze under control by dawn this morning.18 Jan 05:26 PM
New ZealandFlights disrupted because air traffic controllers late for workUnion says short-staffing of air traffic controllers represents major safety concern.10 Jan 06:16 AM
New ZealandBaseball bat, metal poles used in attack, mugging - policeA tourist was mugged and another man attacked with metal poles in separate incidents.04 Jan 04:37 AM
New ZealandAttacked by stingray: 'Steve Irwin came to mind'Jamie Cunningham stood on stingray while boogie-boarding.31 Dec 11:58 PM
New ZealandInvercargill Mayor Sir Tim Shadbolt plans to stay in the jobSir Tim Shadbolt spent yesterday taking calls from long-lost cousins and well-wishers.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSir Tim Shadbolt 'exhilarated and thrilled' by knighthood"It certainly shows times are a-changing," Sir Tim Shadbolt says of his knighthood.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandBreakthrough: DNA could crack Kirsty Bentley murder caseShe went missing 20 years ago today. Now, there are hopes new methods can catch her killer30 Dec 01:41 AM
New ZealandMopping up and moving on: Kaiaua a year on from devastating floodA year ago Kaiaua was devastated by a monster storm.22 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas weather set to be a cracker - but only for someChristmas Day sun for the centre, rain or showers in the north and south15 Dec 10:06 PM
New Zealand'He was a monster': Survivor shines light on dark pastVictim of a Marist Brother who raped children speaks out.12 Dec 12:37 AM
New ZealandMurdered man's character smeared: FamilyMurder victim's family say the unsubstantiated allegations were difficult to listen to.10 Dec 03:50 AM
New ZealandTwo men sentenced to life in prison for teen's murderVictim lured to lured to site of murder by the promise of sex from a young woman.10 Dec 12:26 AM
New ZealandOne dead in Invercargill crashTwo others remain in a serious condition in hospital after the crash at 9.10pm yesterday.07 Dec 08:55 PM
New ZealandHarness racing corruption probe widens to Auckland13 harness racing people have so far been charged over Operation Inca07 Dec 12:14 AM
New ZealandDon't let it rain on our paradeHeavy rain and possibly thunderstorms in many areas today.24 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice who tasered motorist breached policy, but justifiedMotorist was tasered as he attempted to drive his car through a police blockade.18 Nov 07:16 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandStruggling to learn: Can we rewire kids' brains?Scientists believe that children's brains can be "rewired" by practice.12 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandArrest after student hospitalised in school assaultPolice were called to Southland Boys High School just before 2pm today.06 Nov 03:35 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly lucky' motorist survives train crashMotorist walks away from collision with a freight train with barely a scratch.31 Oct 02:05 AM
New ZealandSouthland Labour Day crash victim namedThe vehicle left the road and collided with a fence, killing the young man.23 Oct 12:44 AM
New ZealandFive-week-old baby suffers 'non-accidental' injuries - police investigatingPolice believe the injuries are non-accidental.04 Oct 07:12 PM
New ZealandFlatmates wanted: 'No students or Indians'The listing received 35 complaints before the member removed the listing.01 Oct 08:26 AM
New ZealandSeriously ill convicted murderer releasedThe New Zealand Parole Board said he was "seriously ill and unlikely to recover".26 Sep 09:22 PM
MotorsportKaleb's driving hard for Toyota 86 titleMarton teenager steps up to the next tier of motorsport.17 Sep 02:50 AM
New ZealandWatch: Superman v Streaker at Southland-Otago matchAfter more than 30 seconds of foolery, the man is finally cornered by security.16 Sep 03:18 AM
New ZealandMeet the finalists of the Attitude AwardsA rock-climber, a bungy-jumping wheelchair user and others are up for Attitude Awards.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice downgrade search for Riverton fishermanFisherman went missing after the boat he was in capsized in Riverton.11 Sep 09:18 AM
New ZealandDeath of microlight pioneer shakes communityTrevor Barrett, 71, died after his microlight aircraft crashed on Saturday.11 Sep 07:16 AM
RacingRace-fixing: Racing figures granted name suppressionSeven people were today granted interim name suppression by a judge.11 Sep 05:49 AM