BusinessHuge Wanaka development set to beginBy this time next year, the first buildings could be going up in Wanaka's single-biggest commercial and residential development.22 Jan 07:48 PM
New ZealandTeenage girl dies after boat overturnsA 13-year-old Balclutha girl has died after a boat capsized at Surat Bay near Pounawea in South Otago this afternoon.15 Jan 04:45 AM
New ZealandViolent daylight attack in small Otago townA violent daylight attack in a small Otago town has resulted in three arrests and an appeal for information about two travellers who police hold concerns for.09 Jan 10:37 PM
New ZealandWoman struck by petrol tankerA female pedestrian has suffered life threatening injuries after being struck by a petrol tanker in central Dunedin this morning.09 Jan 08:34 PM
BDBDCompanies100 jobs cut at Otago gold mineOceanaGold plans to scale back its operations and is expected to axe more than 100 jobs at the Macraes goldfield in Otago in response to a falling gold price.07 Jan 09:09 PM
New ZealandCherry growers 'on the edge of their seats'While Central Otago's farmers were delighted by the rain falling on their parched land, cherry growers were less enthusiastic.22 Dec 08:20 PM
TravelKia ora: LawrenceThere's a mine of reasons to fall in love with Lawrence, writes Elisabeth Easther.19 Dec 08:30 PM
New ZealandDiversion for owner after dog chases sea lionThe owner of a dog which chased a sea lion from the sand dunes on an Otago Peninsula beach to the sea has been granted diversion.12 Dec 10:00 PM
TravelQueenstown: A vroom with a viewAmid stunning Queenstown scenery, Winston Aldworth experiences a very fast, very yellow mid-life crisis.10 Dec 12:30 AM
New ZealandMosgiel mates in big Lotto win"I thought 'That's some lucky bugger'," said a Mosgiel man - without realising after 18 years of buying Lotto with his friend they were finally first division winners.09 Dec 10:42 PM
TravelFreemanX Supercars, QueenstownWinston Aldworth gets behind the wheel of two high-performance cars with <strong><a href='http://www.freemanxsupercars.co.nz' target='_blank'>FreemanX Supercars</a></strong> in Queenstown. Watch09 Dec 04:00 PM
TravelA South Island movable feastLife is never dull on the road with Grant the Cook, writes Jason Burgess.08 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandVandals cause $5k damage on trailVandals have targeted the Beaumont section of the new Clutha Gold Trail, causing thousands of dollars' damage.05 Dec 08:59 PM
New ZealandPhone in flames after lightning strikeAn elderly couple 'blinded' by a lightning strike on their home believe they had a lucky escape - they'd hung up the phone moments before it burst into flames.02 Dec 08:45 PM
TravelModern Family holiday home, QueenstownThis architecturally-designed two-storey house is nestled among a cluster of upmarket properties in a quiet cul-de-sac. It accommodates 14 in six sumptuous bedrooms and has three bathrooms and a galley-style kitchen. Views of Coronet Peak, Queenstown Hill, Ben Lomond and the Shotover Canyon complete the sense of luxury. <BR><BR> <I>For further information see <a href='http://www.luxuryholidayhouses.com/luxury-accommodation/queenstown-new-zealand/modern-family-2599?from=2013-10-31' target='_blank'>luxuryholidayhouses.com</a>.</I>30 Nov 03:12 AM
TravelArthurs Point: Soakers and swingersJustine Tyerman's wish for snow is granted during a pilgrimage to her spiritual home.30 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandOtago expecting increase in student numbersStudent numbers are expected to increase at the University of Otago next year, turning around three years of declining enrolments at the institution.27 Nov 04:30 AM
New ZealandNo conviction for Otago farmer possesing firearmsA Central Otago farmer - said to be in the process of brokering a multimillion-dollar export deal with the United Arab Emirates.20 Nov 11:40 PM
New ZealandOtter-ly absorbed in SouthlandLloyd Esler describes himself as a "cold hard sceptic", but even he is starting to believe otters may have made themselves at home in Southland.14 Nov 10:08 PM
TravelA cheeky weekend in DunedinSarah Lang finds Dunedin is much more than a city of Scots and scarfies — and a special spot for a weekend getaway.09 Nov 04:30 PM
New Zealand'Toxic work environment' at Otago UniThe director of the University of Otago's marketing and communications division has been accused of bullying, and creating a 'toxic' environment.05 Nov 08:34 PM
New ZealandMan dies after quad bike crash on hunting tripA man is dead after his quad bike apparently crashed in steep terrain in central Otago over the weekend.04 Nov 12:55 AM
New ZealandRugby players raise $5k for children's wardThe hairy faces of three Otago rugby players were shaved at Dunedin Hospital yesterday to raise about $5000 in funds for the children's ward.29 Oct 07:09 PM
New ZealandRoad diversions in place after crash in Central OtagoOne person has been injured in a single vehicle crash near Lake Hawea in Central Otago.23 Oct 07:54 PM
New ZealandUS whistle-blower enjoys NZ quiet lifeHe received death threats for blowing the whistle on a multi-million dollar defence scam - now a retired US Air Force officer is living a quiet life in Central Otago.21 Oct 06:33 PM
TravelCheeky long weekend: QueenstownAdventure capital Queenstown has a quiet appeal, writes Cate Foster.20 Oct 02:43 AM
TravelJohn Key's Queenstown: My Kind of TownThe UK's Daily Telegraph asked NZ Prime Minister John Key, about Queenstown, including his favourite sights, hotels, bars and restaurants.17 Oct 05:00 PM
