New ZealandRude awakening for sleeping Otago campersA large landslip swept through a campground where up to 42 people were sleeping in flood-stricken Central Otago early today.29 May 01:00 AM
New ZealandMore floods possible for South IslandFurther flooding is possible for the South Island's sodden Waitaki district, where 1000 people remain without drinking water.28 May 06:04 AM
New ZealandHeavy snow and rain on the wayNine tourists have been stranded by floodwaters on State Highway 1 north of Oamaru after failing to observe warning signs earlier today.27 May 07:33 AM
Media and marketing<i>Mark Irving: </i>Getting a laugh in advertisingThere's some pretty dire stuff out there but every so often an ad comes along that's a true rib-tickler24 May 12:45 AM
New ZealandKiwis urged to brace for weather bombHeavy rain and gales are expected to lash the main islands from tonight, with the MetService warning of one of the "bigger weather events" for some time.23 May 08:00 AM
New ZealandTop cop caught driving at 149km/hA senior Queenstown police officer is facing a code of conduct inquiry after being caught speeding in the Kawarau Gorge.14 May 03:25 AM
LifestyleTrend towards 'overestimating' skin tone - studyAlmost three-quarters of people who think they have olive skin actually only have fair skin, according to a University of Otago study.12 May 10:45 PM
New ZealandNurse struck off for punching elderly man in mouthA nurse has been struck off the register for punching a "vulnerable" elderly man in the mouth while she was working at a resthome.10 May 10:40 PM
