New ZealandSuspicions over motive for tyre-slashingThe Omarama farmer whose pivot irrigators' tyres were slashed at the weekend says he remains hopeful the culprit will be caught. The 17 Jan 09:55 PM
New ZealandFinders keepers in treasure huntClues left by an anonymous benefactor had hundreds of people searching for cash hidden in a secret Dunedin location.16 Jan 08:35 PM
New ZealandClaim against ex-girlfriend was a lieA woman who accused her ex-girlfriend of attacking her might end up in the dock herself after admitting she lied to police.16 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandThousands in damage after irrigator tyres slashedPolice are investigating an attack on three pivot irrigators near Omarama.15 Jan 03:48 AM
New ZealandOff-duty life-savers to the rescueTwo off-duty life-savers jumped in Otago Harbour after coming across sunken ute13 Jan 11:24 PM
All BlacksWedding day: Nervous eyes to the skyWild weather threatens to dampen the wedding of the year in Wanaka, with gusty winds and rain forecast.13 Jan 06:27 AM
New ZealandNew test for newborns' heart defectsPulse-oximetry is a quick, painless and safe test for oxygen levels in the blood13 Jan 04:14 AM
New ZealandYoung couple sought after Rat Pt firePolice are confident a white van seen in the area did not cause the blaze. They are now looking for a dark coloured station wagon.13 Jan 12:31 AM
New ZealandChildren exposed to booze ads from TV sport - researchResearchers call for ban on ban on alcohol sponsorship of sport12 Jan 11:01 AM
EnvironmentCampfire caused Glenorchy's Rat Point fireThe fire near Queenstown which destroyed 150ha of native scrub was likely caused by a campfire, authorities have found.12 Jan 04:30 AM
New ZealandGlenorchy bushfire under control, power back on, investigation continuesA huge scrub fire that has destroyed 150ha near Queenstown is now under control but it's still going to take days to put out as police investigate the cause.11 Jan 08:49 PM
New ZealandRare baby dolphin spottedNewest addition to Otago's Hector's dolphin population.11 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandLakeside homestead donated to uniA "spectacular" multi-million dollar homestead on the edge of Lake Wakatipu and the foothills of the Remarkables has been donated to the University of Otago.11 Jan 04:16 PM
New ZealandTwister havoc: Cromwell warnedPolice are warning Cromwell residents to stay inside after a ''spate'' of mini-tornadoes left a trail of damage.11 Jan 05:22 AM
New ZealandJudge stumped by 'emoji' threatJudge learns what emoji are when the subject comes up in court after a man sent a threatening message via social media.11 Jan 05:16 AM
New ZealandParaglider crashes into powerlinesA paraglider has hit powerlines on Coronet Peak this afternoon.11 Jan 03:23 AM
New ZealandPolice investigating Glenorchy fireThe fire that cut off a small community near Queenstown is now under police investigation.11 Jan 12:51 AM
LifestyleWomen warned not to skimp on foodMany women who do the recommended amount of exercise may be harming themselves by eating too little, a survey indicates.09 Jan 08:31 PM
SportTwist in McCaw marriage mysteryAnother twist in the marriage saga of the country's most famous glamour couple as the pair fly out of Queenstown.09 Jan 07:18 PM
New ZealandPolice name victims of two fatal crashesThe 2017 road toll already stands at nine.08 Jan 09:16 PM
New ZealandOur holiday weather explainedDr Brett Mullan of the National Institute of Water and Atmosphere (NIWA) explains our holiday season weather and warming world.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFamilies close ranks over McCaw nuptialsMcCaw has been spotted out and about in Wanaka this afternoon - without a wedding band.08 Jan 02:18 AM
SportDid wedding bells ring for Richie McCaw?Speculation was rife last night that Richie McCaw and Gemma Flynn married at a private ceremony in Wanaka.07 Jan 09:34 PM
New ZealandPregnant women in the dark about vaccineA jab for a pregnant woman can protect her baby05 Jan 03:41 AM
New ZealandThursday the pick in changeable weekBay of Islands the place to be for summer sun today01 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandRain set to dampen New Year spiritsThe MetService is forecasting rain for much of New Zealand today, perhaps ruining plans for post-party barbecues and sunbathing.31 Dec 07:34 PM
New ZealandMotorcycle crash victim was freed killerThe man killed in a motorcycle crash near Gore on Tuesday was convicted of raping and killing a South Otago woman in 1993.31 Dec 01:08 AM
New ZealandParty organisers dispute claims of chaosParty-goers who attended an unauthorised event on Lake Wanaka's Ruby Island claim safety was paramount.31 Dec 12:06 AM
New ZealandParty-goers cause chaos on Ruby IslandAny of the drunken teens who partied on a Wanaka island yesterday could have drowned, say despairing authorities.29 Dec 10:16 PM
New ZealandMan found dead 2 days after leaving hotelAn American motoryclist was found dead with his crashed motorbike two days after he left a hotel, and failed to turn up for work the next morning.29 Dec 09:36 PM
New ZealandTightened Speight's caps are a painHundreds of social media users have lifted the lid on an issue affecting the Pride of the South.29 Dec 05:49 PM
New Zealand'Climbers, make sure you make it home'The death of a young Czech man who fell several hundred metres on Mt Aspiring is "tragic", the Mountain Safety Council says.29 Dec 09:13 AM
New ZealandRoad toll rises after motorcyclist diesRoad toll now equal to last summer's following death of motorcyclist.28 Dec 06:26 PM
New ZealandWeather: Drizzle clears for fine NYEA weak cold front will bring cloud, drizzle and showers to the country over the next few days but should clear in time for New Year celebrations.28 Dec 04:00 PM
