Talanoa'If I didn't know who I was, my whakapapa, I wouldn't have the opportunity to...save my life'Dr Karyn Paringatai found a history of cancer in her family that has helped to save her.15 Aug 12:30 AM
New ZealandSolved: Mystery of wattle bird evolutionWhy kokako and tieke split from their South Island kin about three million years ago.11 Aug 06:58 PM
New ZealandCovid BA.2 variant vanquishedTesting reveals last bastion for the initial Omicron variant has dropped to zero per cent.11 Aug 06:38 PM
New Zealand'Epic skiing': Southern skifields extend seasonsLifts on 'fantastic' snow-blanketed slopes will remain operating into October.08 Aug 07:40 PM
LifestyleParty drug capital: Top city for MDMA use in NZ revealedWastewater testing finds the centres flush with meth, cocaine and mollies.07 Aug 06:35 PM
New ZealandCat controls: 'We need to do better'Forced registration and desexing are part of a petition to get moggies under control.03 Aug 11:27 PM
New ZealandA man with a blackened face, a hatchet and an unlikely storyPolice find Timothy Wilson sitting in a car with no number plates, and discover much more.03 Aug 06:33 PM
New ZealandProlific burglar's early release from prisonMan broke into homes of the affluent, costing victims $120,000 during a seven-month spree.01 Aug 06:05 PM
New ZealandPublic warned to keep away from humpback whale carcass on Otago beachThe 9.7m long juvenile humpback was first seen floating off the coast a fortnight ago.29 Jul 05:17 AM
New ZealandDrug-driver smashes into family car, toddler badly maimedJotham Miller said the wind caused his erratic driving but blood test revealed the truth.28 Jul 06:23 PM
New Zealand'Lucifer is my DJ': Man who trashed police station gets his wish to be sent to jailJeremy Ching's vandalism spree earns a nine-month prison sentence at a hectic hearing.27 Jul 08:15 PM
New ZealandPolytechnic system 'a national disgrace': Ex-CEO seeks apology from Chris HipkinsPhil Ker says problems in the education system are not being addressed.27 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Distasteful... repugnant': Mayor slams transgender concernsA woman raises concern about use of changing rooms at public pool, to mayor's disgust.26 Jul 06:24 PM
New ZealandAxe murderer who tried to rape victim's daughter paroledAnthony Phillip Hitchcock was one of the first to be sentenced to life imprisonment in NZ.26 Jul 06:06 PM
New ZealandWastewater tests suggest peak Omicron wave has passedA steady drop in results from wastewater testing in all southern sites - except two.25 Jul 06:38 PM
New ZealandArdern's local government reassurance greeted with scepticismCo-governance concerns boil over after PM speaks at a local government conference.24 Jul 07:13 PM
New ZealandMother terrorised: Daughter barred from contacting herObsessive-compulsive disorder compels woman to repeatedly terrorise her mother.21 Jul 06:24 PM
Sport'Mad Magpie' cricket thug re-called for sentencingWicket-keeper has 11 assault convictions, including punching an umpire in the head.20 Jul 07:02 PM
New ZealandBloody saliva spat at police, paramedic kicked in groinDylan Owens positioned his body before launching both feet into the pelvis of a paramedic.19 Jul 07:05 PM
EmploymentBaker's wife fined for her part in exploiting workersPartner knew what was happening so she's also liable, authority rules.19 Jul 06:27 PM
New ZealandNon-custodial sentence an 'investment' for Cromwell meth addictA Cromwell woman has been given a chance after being caught dealing methamphetamine.18 Jul 11:54 PM
New ZealandNeighbour says fire victim was getting life back on trackHe was getting fitter, eating better and saving money for a Crisco's Christmas package.18 Jul 08:57 PM
New ZealandOne killed in crash near Roxburgh in Central OtagoA person has died after a crash in State Highway 8, in Central Otago, this evening.18 Jul 07:27 AM
New Zealand'Devastating betrayal': Woman stole $120k from employer to pay for gambling, cosmetic surgeryThe offending was motivated by 'pure greed', the judge said.16 Jul 02:43 AM
New ZealandMan's 'miracle' survival after 4WD was swept off flooded river crossingDesperate dash for help after one person was killed in the swollen North Taieri creek.13 Jul 06:21 PM
CrimeOffender's chilling two words to his victimAfter his wife had gone to work, Blair Norman Stewart climbed into bed with the victim.13 Jul 06:07 PM
New ZealandFlood survivor trekked through swollen creeks for helpA 'miracle' the man made it to safety.13 Jul 07:02 AM
New ZealandOtago flooding death: 'I can't believe people tried to cross that river'One dead after a ford crossing turned into a nightmare.12 Jul 11:00 PM
New ZealandBurglar leaves unwelcome deposit in women's toiletJudge orders burglar to pay $1000 to clean up toilets after break-in spree.12 Jul 07:11 PM
New Zealand'Expensive night out': Burnout driver in court after illegal stadium gatheringDunedin man takes responsibility for illegal car meet-up in Forsyth Barr Stadium carpark.08 Jul 11:21 PM
New ZealandSchool holidays to start with snow, rain and wind across NZSevere weather watches and warnings and Harbour Bridge speed limits reduced.08 Jul 11:02 PM
CrimeLove rival shooting: Seven months of obsession leaves victim needing a miracleKrishan Dick-Karetai was jailed for nearly seven years last week.08 Jul 10:30 PM
All BlacksRugby revellers urged to consider others amid superspreader fearsHealth officials fear tonight's rugby test in Dunedin could become a superspreader event.08 Jul 09:47 PM
New Zealand'I had no control': Skier caught in avalanche he triggered at Coronet PeakPete Oswald knew he had been complacent about inherent risks.08 Jul 06:25 PM
