New ZealandNo release: Parole denied to Arrowtown killer nabbed 16 years after crimeJarrod Mangels who killed his neighbour but was not caught for 16 years, refused parole06 Apr 09:23 PM
New ZealandMates had quiet drinks before lockdown - then found out they had Covid-19The group of young men in Queenstown got together at a friend's house.03 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandBluff wedding cluster now second biggest in countryClusters around the country grow, while others remain steady.03 Apr 01:37 AM
New Zealand'Do we really need to say unacceptable?': Group in lockdown bridge jumpAt least 10 people look to have been involved in the group, clearly not social distancing.02 Apr 06:17 AM
New ZealandAnother 12 cases of Covid-19 from weddingClusters of Covid-19 from Marist College, Matamata pub, Bluff wedding continue to grow.02 Apr 01:40 AM
New ZealandThe region hit hardest: A statistical look at Southern casesA statistical approach to the cases affecting Southland during the lockdown.01 Apr 08:26 PM
EmploymentCoronavirus: Hotel workers' wages cut to $585 a weekHotel workers are being asked to work for only the $585 a week state subsidy.01 Apr 05:42 AM
New ZealandMatamata Covid-19 cluster rises to 37 casesWaikato town's cluster has been linked to a St Patrick's Day celebration.01 Apr 04:06 AM
New ZealandQueenstown hotels could stay closed all yearQueenstown has faced unprecedented drops in tourism and hotels may have to close.31 Mar 09:01 PM
New ZealandWedding party, dementia group in seven new NZ clustersOne cluster has been linked to a rugby tournament in the United States.31 Mar 06:10 PM
New ZealandMoH blunder identifies coronavirus cluster patientsNames of people in two Covid-19 clusters were published on the Ministry of Health website.31 Mar 07:53 AM
New ZealandHikers' celebration turns to lockdown panicCouple walked the length of NZ, now hunkered down for the lockdown.31 Mar 02:40 AM
New ZealandQueenstown nurse tests positive as community transmission investigatedSeveral Lakes District Hospital staff will be tested as a precaution.30 Mar 06:18 AM
New ZealandWas it a party? Just guests enjoying the weather, having a few drinks, insists hostelIt was no party, says hostel ... but Govt rules are clear: contact in same room only!30 Mar 04:24 AM
New ZealandPolice called to 60-person backpacker party in parkPolice commissioner says 'poor advice' for backpackers to decide they were in same bubble30 Mar 12:27 AM
New ZealandCovid-19 coronavirus: Queenstown man serenades locals in lockdown"I want to give people something to enjoy and to have the feeling of being together."28 Mar 01:36 AM
New ZealandSouth Island communities rally for those in need during lockdownFrom the desperate circumstances, heartwarming stories have emerged.27 Mar 07:36 PM
New ZealandAnatomy of a cluster: The conference linked to 17 coronavirus casesAuthorities are busy tracking close contacts linked to the World Hereford Conference.27 Mar 03:16 AM
New ZealandCovid-19: Clusters popping up around NZ - what does it mean?Auckland school, cow conference, wedding all suspected clusters.27 Mar 01:54 AM
New ZealandInside enforced quarantine for returning KiwisLife in quarantine: tiny hotel room with no opening windows, nowhere to exercise.26 Mar 10:00 PM
New ZealandNon-essential businesses face fines, immediate shutdownsSupermarkets, pharmacies and banks are all on the list.24 Mar 09:11 PM
New ZealandCoronavirus level 2: NZ lockdown debate, more help for firms as global deaths soar past 13,500Businesses that missed out in the $12.1b package could get support this week.22 Mar 06:14 PM
New ZealandCoronavirus: Four Covid-19 cases linked to Queenstown conference confirmedConference "was under way before enormity of what we've got on our plate became apparent."22 Mar 05:57 PM
New Zealand'We are facing the biggest crisis of our time': Urgent calls for retired medical staff to step upOfficial campaign to find the workforce needed is due to launch on Saturday.20 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandAuckland school to close after pupil tested for Covid-19School principal Gary Sweeney said parents would be notified today about the closure.19 Mar 08:56 PM
New ZealandCoronavirus: Family says China safer than NZ for their kidsWorried parents are starting to withdraw children from daycare.19 Mar 05:07 PM
BoxingFormer world boxing champ in enforced isolation in QueenstownThe Danish star was filming a TV series when a member of his crew contracted the virus.17 Mar 02:51 AM
New ZealandShutdown will cost many jobs in QueenstownLots of jobs at stake in Queenstown because of Covid-19.17 Mar 12:46 AM
New ZealandCoronavirus bites: Pub lays off staff, apologises for 'no tourists' sign"It's not a very pleasant time... we're suffering", pub owner says.16 Mar 11:58 PM
New ZealandCoronavirus: Danish woman worked with film crew in QueenstownThe case is the eighth in NZ and the first in the South Island.15 Mar 07:44 PM
New ZealandQueenstown coronavirus case: Danish tourist visited adventure attractionDanish tourist visiting Queenstown tests positive for coronavirus.15 Mar 02:20 AM
New ZealandBillionaires eye Kiwi coronavirus boltholeOne US billionaire said being trapped in NZ by border closures would be "dream come true".14 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandMayor on $30k leadership course at luxury resort - at ratepayers' costQuestions have been flying over Andy Foster's whereabouts this week.12 Mar 06:04 AM
New ZealandKilled motorcyclist had 'a big heart'Former Aucklander Matthew Clark loved to ride his superbike, says grieving friend.09 Mar 06:03 PM
