New ZealandBreaking the ice: NZ swimmer’s chilly success at world eventEmilia Finer won multiple medals at the ice swimming championships in Italy.04 Feb 02:30 AM
SportRichie McCaw helps bring back iconic adventure raceMcCaw has played a big part in the return of one of New Zealand’s iconic adventure events.03 Feb 11:02 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMore than 280,000 bus cards to be phased out, no way to transfer creditRoughly $140,000 is being stored on the cards in Hawke's Bay alone.03 Feb 05:00 PM
CricketWellington extend Super Smash rule; Central prolong Canterbury droughtA new recruit inspired the Wellington Blaze to a sixth Super Smash title in eight years.02 Feb 06:45 AM
New ZealandMeteorite over South Island causes massive sonic boomCloud cover prevented pinpointing the meteorite's exact location.01 Feb 03:11 AM
New ZealandFears older people being let down by Dunedin Hospital revampThe Government confirmed the new Dunedin Hospital will open with 351 beds.31 Jan 06:34 AM
New ZealandNew Dunedin hospital going on old Cadbury factory site; costs ‘under control’ The Health Minister admits the site brings with it construction challenges.31 Jan 12:08 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Over $400 a month’: Economists see mortgage savings boost to economy in 2025Two economists have crunched the numbers on mortgage costs in 2025 and the news is good.30 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWetlands monitored near Otago Avian botulism outbreakThe majority of the dead birds collected in Otago were paradise shelduck.28 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandMan arrested after police discover illegal Otago cannabis operationPolice found five indoor tents with a dozen cannabis plants at the Roxburgh house.27 Jan 06:41 AM
New Zealand‘A little bit of everything’: Long-weekend weather a mixed bag for Aucklanders Heavy rainfall warnings have also been issued in the North and South Islands.24 Jan 09:49 PM
New ZealandNudist draws ire of seaside community with ads for naked walking groupsNot everyone in Kaka Point is pleased with Lloyd Bonnar's idea of freedom.23 Jan 12:59 AM
World'Coronation of a king': Dunedin publican on attending Trump's inaugurationMichael McCarrigan said the inauguration was like the coronation of a king or queen.22 Jan 01:30 AM
New ZealandFaint stirrings of optimism as Richie McCaw statue saga rumbles onPlans for the rugby legend statue in Kurow began almost a decade ago.21 Jan 11:39 PM
New ZealandMan arrested for allegedly stealing supplies, lifesaving drugs from air ambulance The 31yo accused is also alleged to have committed two more burglaries at the weekend. 15 Jan 06:35 PM
New ZealandA bag of coal and $50: Climate activist’s novel approach to paying court feeMahalski was one of five protesters charged with trespass over a 2021 protest.15 Jan 02:24 AM
New ZealandHelicopter boss offers $10k reward for stolen medical supplies'Potentially a patient would die, if it's that critical.'13 Jan 06:32 PM
New ZealandDrugs stolen from NZ air ambulance deadly if taken recreationallyThe helicopter was at Taieri airfield in Otago when it was targeted on the weekend. 13 Jan 01:35 AM
New ZealandBig budget, small NZ town: Florence Pugh turns heads as Netflix films down southAn adaptation of a classic American novel is currently being filmed across NZ.12 Jan 01:00 AM
New Zealand‘Apparently I have passed away’: Dunedin woman writes own death notice before dying on New Year’s DayBee Chittock suffered from a rare genetic condition.09 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentJustin Bieber reportedly spotted in QueenstownWhat's he doing in town and is he attending a high-profile wedding?04 Jan 03:00 AM
ReviewsKatie OliverRhythm and Alps: South Island celebrates with Dave Dobbyn, ShapeshifterReview: The three-day festival in Wānaka has wrapped for another year. 01 Jan 08:41 PM
New Zealand‘Miles different’: Water park owner feels ‘victimised’ by iPhone weather appApp keeps reporting temperature is up to 5C cooler than MetService predicts, she says.31 Dec 11:56 PM
New ZealandJob cuts, rat infestations, meth lollies: A look back at the biggest NZ news of 2024A look back at the biggest headlines in NZ in 2024.31 Dec 04:04 AM
New ZealandFrom fear to fascination: How to watch out for sharks this summer"It's like feeding a dog under the table; one day a hand goes down, someone gets bitten."29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSerious crash blocks SH1 near Balclutha, multiple injured people reportedOne person has been seriously injured and another three have moderate injuries.25 Dec 05:52 AM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorm, rain warnings for Canterbury areasMetService has issued two severe thunderstorm warnings and torrential rain is possible.25 Dec 03:48 AM
New Zealand'A lot of zeroes': Central Otago family $5m richer after Powerball win'It’s been a tough year and now we feel like we can breathe.'23 Dec 02:28 AM
New ZealandPolice name man who died in horror tour bus crash near QueenstownThe 36-year-old died on December 19.22 Dec 01:47 AM
New ZealandSpate of crashes leave one dead, several injured and part of SH1 closedSeven people have died in road crashes around the country since Wednesday. 20 Dec 10:02 PM
MotorsportPet food magnate speaks on luring V8 Supercars to the South IslandIf approved, 2026 will see two Supercars events in NZ for the first time.19 Dec 06:14 PM
New ZealandMcDonald's responds to Wānaka restaurant criticsA lawyer for the fast-food chain says it will make its sign smaller.19 Dec 07:27 AM
New ZealandWatch: One dead, 20 injured in tour bus crash near QueenstownThe incident occurred just after 4pm. 19 Dec 03:49 AM
Kahu'Unique opportunity': Ngāi Tahu's vision for Queenstown reserveNgāi Tahu consults the Queenstown community on restoring Morning Star Reserve whenua.18 Dec 06:00 PM
