New ZealandTourist who died in rafting accident namedParoci died on Saturday when he lost his grip on a rescue rope.21 May 02:31 AM
New ZealandMan killed at Shotover River lost grip of rescue ropeRafting companies said conditions were good and safety procedures were followed.20 May 06:31 AM
New ZealandMan who died in Queenstown rafting incident was Australian touristOne other patient had also injured his shoulder in the ordeal.19 May 08:19 PM
New ZealandKeep a brolly handy: Rain forecast for most of the weekendIt's wet and a bit chilly, so rug up and remember to pack a brolly this weekend18 May 06:23 PM
New ZealandDark side of a party town: Addiction rates doubleNumber of people seeking treatment for addictions in Queenstown has doubled in two years.17 May 10:05 PM
New ZealandTicketed tourist dispute: 'I am not a freedom camper'Tourist worker claims he has been unfairly issued $800 worth of fines in Queenstown.16 May 02:07 AM
New ZealandFire breaks out in house near QueenstownThe fire appears to have started in the garage before spreading through the house.15 May 05:39 PM
New ZealandSouth Island measles outbreak: 15 now infected"Highly contagious" measles spreading through the South Island.15 May 07:07 AM
New ZealandNo further action against lawyer who criticised judgeNo further action will be taken against the lawyer.14 May 11:59 PM
BusinessMulti-million development in QueenstownFive of 12 sections – each priced at a staggering $3 million – have sold at Homestead Bay.13 May 02:29 AM
New ZealandMan dies on Routeburn TrackPolice were called to the Routeburn Track early this morning. A man was found dead.11 May 10:57 PM
New ZealandConstruction roller rolls down Queenstown bankA construction roller has gone over the side of a bank in Queenstown.04 May 05:21 AM
New ZealandSnow forecast for mountain roadsThe snow is expected to fall Saturday morning.27 Apr 06:29 PM
New ZealandDotcom looking for chef, teacher and DJDotcom asked Twitter "who wants to come live with the Dotcoms in Queenstown?"24 Apr 10:52 AM
New ZealandOpen home!? Car crashes into real estate firm's windowMaybe this is what they mean by a 'fixer upper' or a 'handyman's dream'?18 Apr 10:12 PM
TravelQueenstown: Food centralJesse Mulligan cherry-picks from the best of Queenstown's eateries.15 Apr 01:00 AM
AirlinesAir ambulance's secret sideline carrying celebritiesAir Wanganui flies celebrities around NZ as well as providing a vital health service.14 Apr 07:09 AM
New ZealandAir NZ passengers exposed to measlesA Queenstown woman ill with measles travelled while infectious.13 Apr 08:21 AM
New ZealandKim Dotcom ditches Auckland, moves to QueenstownThe internet entrepreneur says the South Island town is the "best place in the world".12 Apr 12:17 AM
New ZealandMeasles outbreak spreads across South IslandFive cases of measles have been confirmed in four South Island locations.11 Apr 05:23 AM
New ZealandThree cases of measles confirmed in South IslandThe common place of exposure for the cases is Queenstown Airport, authorities say.08 Apr 06:04 AM
TravelQueenstown: Always in seasonHelen Van Berkel gets the balance right during a colourful four-day stay in Queenstown.03 Apr 01:00 AM
New ZealandLaw's dirty little secret is exposed. So what's next?Olivia Wensley has inspired hundreds to share their sexual harassment stories.24 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandRafting guide mourned by familyThe experienced guide is being mourned on social media by family and Queenstown locals24 Mar 02:20 AM
New ZealandShotover tragedy: Guide dies after raft overturnsA rafting guide has died following an incident on the Shotover River.23 Mar 02:41 AM
BusinessWakatipu super-home yours for just $24.9mAnother Wakatipu property has been listed with a stratospheric price tag.21 Mar 09:06 PM
New Zealand'Totally ridiculous': Dashcam footage reveals near miss by overtaking carReddit users commenting on the video have slammed the driver as a "tosser".19 Mar 01:15 AM
New ZealandFrosty start for some as summer slips awayTemperatures fell almost a degree below zero at one weather station.16 Mar 08:52 PM
New ZealandRank behaviour: Rogue drivers preying on tourists says cabs bossWoman charged $242 for $15-$18 journey.16 Mar 12:05 AM
New ZealandJudge erred: Man convicted over Queenstown triple assaultMan had admitted assaulting his wife, daughter and best friend in Queenstown last year.15 Mar 03:54 AM
New ZealandParaglider injured in QueenstownThe paraglider received minor injuries and was taken to Lakes District Hospital.11 Mar 12:59 AM
New ZealandHit-and-run survivor hasn't seen cent of $7500 owedA year on from nearly being killed by a drink-driver, victim questions where is justice.08 Mar 08:01 PM
New ZealandCrown fights discharge for man who assaulted friend, wife, daughterThe man discovered a text exchange between his wife and his best friend.06 Mar 11:46 PM
TourismAmway sellers from China to descend on QueenstownThe Amway event in the southern resort is one of the biggest to come to New Zealand.06 Mar 02:53 AM
