TravelQueenstown tour's dramatic early exit from Kiwi-only seasonThe company has hit the brakes in the middle of traditional peak season.10 Feb 11:11 PM
New ZealandFeeling lucky: Harbourmaster's second major Lotto winThe win comes almost four years after winning $500,000 in a Lotto draw.10 Feb 06:11 PM
New ZealandFears grow for Queenstown's survivalOtago and Southland are among the regions expected to be most affected by Covid-19.08 Feb 07:02 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRevealed: 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?07 Feb 02:37 AM
New ZealandMongrel Mob road trip: Dunedin latest stop in South Island tourPolice keep a close eye on about 30 gang members as they travel through Otago.05 Feb 01:46 AM
New ZealandPeak relief: Toilet to be installed on popular Queenstown trackThe mountain was dubbed "faecal peak" for the increasing piles of human waste.04 Feb 06:45 PM
New ZealandRiver rescue: Woman swept away while swimming airlifted from rocksWoman swept downstream while swimming in the Kawarau River this afternoon.03 Feb 04:02 AM
New ZealandMongrel Mob bikers warned by ferry bosses: Be goodMighty Mongrel Mob Barbarian MC came from around NZ to gather in Christchurch.03 Feb 01:03 AM
New ZealandMob descends on Queenstown while cops probe assaultPolice probe brutal one-punch assault outside Christchurch bar.01 Feb 10:15 PM
New ZealandFormer Southland rugby player on firearms chargesLong list of firearms charges facing former Southland open side flanker.01 Feb 05:01 PM
New ZealandBusted: Council probe backyard mountain bike trackConcerns were raised over possible non-complying earthworks on the land.01 Feb 01:19 AM
New ZealandHigh summer! Stellar week of sunshine on way for mostSplendid summer is here.30 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Covid-19 is Queenstown's earthquake' - mayorOne resort hotelier says occupancy's falling off a cliff.28 Jan 06:15 PM
Travel'Under the radar' Dunedin lands place on Tripadvisor awardsThe Otago city lands a place on Tripadvisor's fastest growing destinations.27 Jan 09:23 PM
New Zealand'You killed my son': Mother's agony over gasfitter's fatal shower blunderJustine Walker says no sentence will be enough for the death of her son.26 Jan 09:32 PM
New ZealandMajor Queenstown lights show back with a price tagThousands of people have historically flocked to the Queenstown Gardens for Luma.25 Jan 12:00 AM
EntertainmentNightmare dash after TV presenter loses laptop containing bookThe presenter accidentally left the laptop on the roof of his car.24 Jan 08:50 PM
New ZealandTourism turmoil: Owning Queenstown businesses not a cash cowBrett Duncan is the owner of two Queenstown hostels.24 Jan 06:46 PM
New ZealandNurse with pacemaker sets record for running length of NZBrooke Thomas covered more than 3006km in 57 days and 12 hours.23 Jan 08:43 PM
New ZealandOne-punch assault victim: 'I've lost almost everything'A man who nearly died after assault says the attack 'destroyed all my dreams and plans'.22 Jan 07:14 AM
New ZealandRecord price for Queenstown homeThe award-winning four-bedroom St Andrews Park home sold this week.20 Jan 11:49 PM
New ZealandQueenstown property market bounces back after Covid-19 lossesThere has been a 6 per cent increase in median house prices since the lockdown began.20 Jan 11:27 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNeed another holiday? Campervans going for less than $80 a dayLow prices aim to give tourism industry a boost in what is usually its peak season.20 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionLand for $350m hotel, apartments up for mortgagee sale'I find it sad', says developer Tony Tosswill.20 Jan 04:37 AM
TravelGO NZ: EV Safaris and 'squirting' down Otago river rapidsBeyond Queenstown's obvious attractions are fascinating history-rich gems and raw thrills.19 Jan 04:04 PM
New ZealandWinter comes early: Summer snow in South IslandA cold snap brought around 8cm of snow to the Cardrona Alpine Resort today.19 Jan 12:27 AM
New ZealandHouse prices double over past decade in some regionsFive regions recorded the biggest price rises - and one small district topped the lot.18 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandRain, rain go away: Wet weather hitting today - and it's going to get rougherSunday is set to be wet and even wild in some places, and the rain may stay much of week16 Jan 06:05 PM
New ZealandOverseas Kiwi buyers boosting Queenstown house pricesMedian house prices in Queenstown rose to $1,050,000 last month.16 Jan 12:00 AM
New ZealandSun for Auckland today; rain may dampen Prada Cup tomorrowElsewhere, Blenheim and Hamilton are set to scorch, with highs of 29C and 27C.15 Jan 06:10 PM
New ZealandJetstar probe: Claim staff ate Auckland-bound passenger's cherriesWoman claims a box of cherries taken by airline's check-in staff were subsequently eaten.11 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFood delivery rider seriously injured after rear-ending car in QueenstownA passerby reportedly treated the injured scooter rider until emergency services arrived.10 Jan 01:02 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessOur $1b love affair: The cost of playing golf at NZ's most lavish coursesWealthy Kiwis are forking out thousands of dollars to join exclusive golf clubs.08 Jan 04:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom Wet Jacket Arm to Hoon Hay: The many strange names of New ZealandThere are 50,519 place names in New Zealand. Some are rather odd.08 Jan 04:00 PM
