'They were pretty lucky': Pair believed to have triggered avalanche
A man was admitted to hospital with a dislocated hip and injuries to his sternum.
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'We're in our hour of need': Mayor's grim prediction for Queenstown
One councillor fears Queenstown is at risk of becoming a "boarded-up ghost town".
Queenstown tour's dramatic early exit from Kiwi-only season
The company has hit the brakes in the middle of traditional peak season.
Feeling lucky: Harbourmaster's second major Lotto win
The win comes almost four years after winning $500,000 in a Lotto draw.
Fears grow for Queenstown's survival
Otago and Southland are among the regions expected to be most affected by Covid-19.
Revealed: Which regions and jobs will be hit hardest by Covid-19?
Covid is hitting some parts of the country harder than others but where is the worst off?
Mongrel Mob road trip: Dunedin latest stop in South Island tour
Police keep a close eye on about 30 gang members as they travel through Otago.
Peak relief: Toilet to be installed on popular Queenstown track
The mountain was dubbed "faecal peak" for the increasing piles of human waste.
River rescue: Woman swept away while swimming airlifted from rocks
Woman swept downstream while swimming in the Kawarau River this afternoon.
Mongrel Mob bikers warned by ferry bosses: Be good
Mighty Mongrel Mob Barbarian MC came from around NZ to gather in Christchurch.
Mob descends on Queenstown while cops probe assault
Police probe brutal one-punch assault outside Christchurch bar.
Former Southland rugby player on firearms charges
Long list of firearms charges facing former Southland open side flanker.
Busted: Council probe backyard mountain bike track
Concerns were raised over possible non-complying earthworks on the land.
'Covid-19 is Queenstown's earthquake' - mayor
One resort hotelier says occupancy's falling off a cliff.
'Under the radar' Dunedin lands place on Tripadvisor awards
The Otago city lands a place on Tripadvisor's fastest growing destinations.
'You killed my son': Mother's agony over gasfitter's fatal shower blunder
Justine Walker says no sentence will be enough for the death of her son.
Major Queenstown lights show back with a price tag
Thousands of people have historically flocked to the Queenstown Gardens for Luma.
Nightmare dash after TV presenter loses laptop containing book
The presenter accidentally left the laptop on the roof of his car.
Tourism turmoil: Owning Queenstown businesses not a cash cow
Brett Duncan is the owner of two Queenstown hostels.
Nurse with pacemaker sets record for running length of NZ
Brooke Thomas covered more than 3006km in 57 days and 12 hours.
One-punch assault victim: 'I've lost almost everything'
A man who nearly died after assault says the attack 'destroyed all my dreams and plans'.
Record price for Queenstown home
The award-winning four-bedroom St Andrews Park home sold this week.
Queenstown property market bounces back after Covid-19 losses
There has been a 6 per cent increase in median house prices since the lockdown began.
Need another holiday? Campervans going for less than $80 a day
Low prices aim to give tourism industry a boost in what is usually its peak season.
Land for $350m hotel, apartments up for mortgagee sale
'I find it sad', says developer Tony Tosswill.
GO NZ: EV Safaris and 'squirting' down Otago river rapids
Beyond Queenstown's obvious attractions are fascinating history-rich gems and raw thrills.
Winter comes early: Summer snow in South Island
A cold snap brought around 8cm of snow to the Cardrona Alpine Resort today.
House prices double over past decade in some regions
Five regions recorded the biggest price rises - and one small district topped the lot.
Rain, rain go away: Wet weather hitting today - and it's going to get rougher
Sunday is set to be wet and even wild in some places, and the rain may stay much of week
Overseas Kiwi buyers boosting Queenstown house prices
Median house prices in Queenstown rose to $1,050,000 last month.
Sun for Auckland today; rain may dampen Prada Cup tomorrow
Elsewhere, Blenheim and Hamilton are set to scorch, with highs of 29C and 27C.
Jetstar probe: Claim staff ate Auckland-bound passenger's cherries
Woman claims a box of cherries taken by airline's check-in staff were subsequently eaten.
Food delivery rider seriously injured after rear-ending car in Queenstown
A passerby reportedly treated the injured scooter rider until emergency services arrived.