New ZealandCatch-up as whitebaiting season opensWhitebait season begins today, many in the South will be playing catch-up.15 Aug 04:34 AM
New Zealand'No magic way around the odds': Statistician's $12 bid for Lotto lootYou have a one in 38 million chance of winning says Dunedin statistician.14 Aug 10:18 PM
New ZealandYour weather: South Island drops to freezing -10C, but sun set to shineEven in lockdown the sun is set to shine and you can still go out to fish, walk or ride.14 Aug 07:30 PM
BusinessQueenstown 'lacks reserves' to get through another lockdown - employersQueenstown and Otago businesses can't handle another setback from lockdown, say experts.12 Aug 09:08 PM
New ZealandFirst look at Otago Uni's planned Queenstown retreatUniversity of Otago has applied for consent to build a $12 million retreat for academics.11 Aug 07:32 AM
Lifestyle'Everyone made her feel special': Kiwi girl with cancer treated to school ballOtago Boys' High student Eli Ellison knew he found the perfect date to his school's ball.10 Aug 03:31 AM
New ZealandTinder date rape trial jury begins deliberationsJury warned against judging morality of Tinder hook-ups in Dunedin date rape case.09 Aug 10:53 PM
New ZealandWeather: Quiet Sunday before low brings more rain, windAussies can't come here, but their lows can.08 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Huge bang' when plane engine struck by lightningA lightning strike aboard a flight this morning was akin to driving into a 'power pole'.08 Aug 03:30 AM
New ZealandFlight with 141 on board struck by lightning, diverted to Christchurch AirportFlight stuck by lightning diverted to Christchurch Airport, passengers safe.08 Aug 12:14 AM
New ZealandRestaurant staff step up to plate and revive dying dinerRestaurant staff and holidaying nurse are being praised for reviving heart attack victim.07 Aug 06:59 AM
New ZealandPolice seek man who allegedly pulled knife on boyPolice are seeking man who allegedly pulled a knife on a boy riding his bike in Mosgiel.06 Aug 04:30 AM
New Zealand'I speak like a NZer': Woman's 47 years in NZ without citizenship, residency or a visa'By rights they could deport me ... I hope they don't.'04 Aug 03:24 AM
New ZealandYour weather: Blanket of cloud keeps temperatures highBlanketing the country, cloud is on the cards until next week.01 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan who got daughter pregnant 'no longer blames her', gets freed on paroleOamaru man was previously convinced his daughter should have been charged.31 Jul 09:51 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandShania Twain and Abu Dhabi prince have his artwork - the colourful life of late artist Tim WilsonJane Phare: Painter of memories died from cancer, played down even to his inner circle.31 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandCancelled concerts and closed borders leave Dunedin stadium in the redDunedin's Forsyth Barr Stadium is not likely to see any international acts until 2021.30 Jul 08:53 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Lake Onslow hydro storage scheme is no pipe dream$30m is worth paying to investigate scheme that would help decarbonise energy.30 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandAgitated man 'stormed' police, defecated then decorated cellA man arrested for abusing at pedestrians proceeded to decorate his cell with his faeces.27 Jul 09:22 PM
New ZealandOtago teachers frequently attacked by students, survey revealsA five-week survey has recorded more than 200 physical and verbal attacks on staff.26 Jul 09:37 PM
New ZealandRetiring Green MP bound for QuarantineAfter 10 years in Parliament, Gareth Hughes heads for an island retreat with his family.26 Jul 06:55 PM
AirlinesTarras International Airport: Pilots welcome plansPilots group says new airport would be a good alternative to tricky runways in the south.26 Jul 03:00 AM
New ZealandGovt proposes biggest infrastructure project since 1980sThe Government is investigating options for a 'game-changing' scheme at Lake Onslow.26 Jul 01:51 AM
New ZealandHigh July: Settled weather at last after month of wind, rain and snowThank you, weather gods.25 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandChilly start but sun coming for most of the countryFrosty start to give way to fine weather for most of New Zealand.24 Jul 08:32 PM
New ZealandPrisoner climbs basketball hoop, stays there 8 hours and spits at guardsThe prisoner then spat at and hit a guard trying to get him down, a court heard.24 Jul 07:42 PM
New ZealandTrial twist: the dinosaur, the toy and the preacherCoded letter by girlfriend overturns case by identifying alleged victim as the aggressor.23 Jul 07:41 PM
New ZealandThe aliases, the cons, the elusive yacht trip: One of NZ's most wanted fugitives jailedConman Paul Bennett was arrested as he sailed into Sydney on a luxury yacht.23 Jul 06:01 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesA town called Tarras: Why Christchurch Airport wants to expandA town famous for its hermit sheep could have Dreamliners landing there in coming years.23 Jul 05:00 AM
New ZealandRevealed: Which regions are driving NZ's emissions?Canterbury's cows singled out alongside Auckland's cars for driving NZ emissions.23 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandChilly wintry blast: Deep snow in deep south; storm-force gales in Hawke's BayParts of the South Island are waking to a chilly but stunning winter wonderland.22 Jul 08:46 PM
AirlinesNew 'world-class' airport mooted for Central OtagoChristchurch Airport has just unveiled a proposal for a new airport in the Tarras region.22 Jul 06:25 AM
New Zealand'My head burst like a balloon': Assault victim speaks in courtCory Ferguson's lawyer claims a Karitane man was assaulted because he went for a gun.21 Jul 11:31 PM
New ZealandQuick-thinking teen saves her family from house fireOamaru family lucky to be alive after 14-year-old girl raises the alarm.21 Jul 06:35 PM
