Two skydivers have been badly injured after they crash landed during a training jump.

There's no slumming it in the McCaw household, as the newlyweds continue to celebrate married life in beautiful Central Otago locations.

Tourism continues to boom in New Zealand with spending by domestic and international visitors approaching $26b for the past year.

Amid the hurly-burly adventures to be had, Riki Swannell opts for quiet ult-luxe.

Hundreds remain without power in southern communities after a night of wild weather.

A tree has fallen and power lines are down on Queenstown-Glenorchy Rd, leaving the road blocked in both directions.

Whatever happened to summer? Cardrona Alpine Resort woke up to its heaviest summer snowfall in living memory yesterday, 30cm covering the base.

Police are confident a white van seen in the area did not cause the blaze. They are now looking for a dark coloured station wagon.

A man has been arrested for allegedly hiding a knife behind his belt buckle while going through customs at Queenstown Airport.

A "spectacular" multi-million dollar homestead on the edge of Lake Wakatipu and the foothills of the Remarkables has been donated to the University of Otago.

A paraglider has hit powerlines on Coronet Peak this afternoon.

The fire that cut off a small community near Queenstown is now under police investigation.

A campfire has sparked a major bushfire that continues to burn out-of-control near Queenstown.

Three trampers feared missing in the heart of Queenstown's devastating bush fire have been found safe.

Nearly 800 property owners in Queenstown will be sent a reminder to register their short-term holiday rental room or house as visitor accommodation.

Another twist in the marriage saga of the country's most famous glamour couple as the pair fly out of Queenstown.

Dr Brett Mullan of the National Institute of Water and Atmosphere (NIWA) explains our holiday season weather and warming world.

British singer Ed Sheeran has spoken out about his Kiwi adventures during his year-long hiatus.

So much for Summer - the South Island is set to get thunderstorms today, with heavy rain and hail forecast.

Police are "generally pleased" with behaviour at New Year's Eve celebrations across the country and say there were no significant issues or incidents reported.

Party-goers who attended an unauthorised event on Lake Wanaka's Ruby Island claim safety was paramount.

A weak cold front will bring cloud, drizzle and showers to the country over the next few days but should clear in time for New Year celebrations.

Queenstown was the most inquired-about holiday destination for Kiwis in 2016 despite having the highest prices.

Four kayakers have made it back to shore safely after getting into trouble near Ruby Island on Lake Wanaka.

Queenstown and Wanaka are expected to be the hottest.

The best spots for enjoying a Christmas hamper outdoors will be in the Bay of Plenty, Nelson and Central Otago tomorrow.

Driver fined for driving on the "completely wrong side of the road".

Wet weather today will clear throughout the country making way for a mainly fine Christmas weekend.

A man who caused the armed offenders squad to swoop on a Queenstown property has been sentenced.

A man has been taken to hospital in serious condition with spinal and rib injuries after a paragliding crash in Queenstown.