New ZealandXmas Day rescue: Paragliders landed in a tree after encountering 'difficulties'Emergency services were called out to the rescue.25 Dec 04:25 AM
New Zealand'Made me cry': Mystery gift-giver pays for meals, groceries and petrol then disappearsA Canterbury town is abuzz with the spirit of giving.25 Dec 03:51 AM
New ZealandPower grinch almost steals ChristmasA power provider has apologised for stinging a Queenstower with a shock $4000 bill.24 Dec 03:57 AM
New ZealandTwo people charged in relation to death of Anaru Thomas Williams in ChristchurchA woman has also now been charged in relation to the stabbing.24 Dec 02:07 AM
New ZealandChristmas traffic: Two dead after three crashes in an hourThere have been two crashes in the North Island and one in the South.23 Dec 08:34 AM
New ZealandWatch: Dirt biker’s violent attack on Auckland cyclist - can you help track him down?The cyclist was injured when kicked off his bike by man on illegal dirt bike.23 Dec 12:03 AM
New ZealandMan charged with assault after fatal stabbing in Christchurch parkThe man has been charged following a fatal stabbing in Wycola Park, Hei Hei.22 Dec 12:58 AM
New ZealandChristchurch homicide: Man, 36, due in court this afternoonA fatal stabbing happening at a Christchurch park in the early hours today.22 Dec 12:55 AM
New ZealandMotel shooting: Man dropped off at petrol station with gunshot woundsA man and a woman were shot in Timaru overnight.21 Dec 08:35 PM
New ZealandWoman breaches trust of 77-year-old dependent friendThe woman had a conviction for theft in a special relationship from 2005.21 Dec 07:31 PM
New ZealandChristmas Day weather forecast: Will your festive lunch be a washout?Today's top temperature of 32C was recorded at Lake Pukaki in the Canterbury high country.21 Dec 07:25 AM
New ZealandFamily desperate for lifesaving overseas surgeryYoung Christchurch man's life devastated by rare syndrome.21 Dec 02:31 AM
New ZealandDunedin man runs himself over in drivewayA man was found in the driveway suffering a moderate condition after an accident.21 Dec 01:44 AM
New ZealandDoC concerned over shot gulls found around DunedinThe shootings of the birds have happened over the past two months.21 Dec 01:42 AM
New ZealandNZ lawyer hired by Hong Kong tycoon to fight national security chargesActivist Jimmy Lai is charged with violating China-imposed national security law.21 Dec 01:24 AM
New ZealandQueenstown man ‘piddler on the roof’ sentenced to community detentionQueenstown man Danny Thomas King sentenced to three months’ community detention.21 Dec 12:44 AM
New ZealandOrange haze from Australian bushfires hangs over Christchurch, could stay for XmasMore than 60 Aussie fires have sent vast plumes of smoke over New Zealand.20 Dec 10:59 PM
New ZealandSouthland shark attack victim simply 'unlucky', says mumThe victim's family often spend time in the estuary where she was attacked.20 Dec 10:56 PM
KahuNew emergency pods in marae to help prepare for future natural disasters in South IslandThe idea of the pods came about after the flooding in Tai Rāwhiti last year.20 Dec 08:55 PM
New ZealandBeaumont Bridge biggest such project ‘in a generation’The bridge has been open since July, under temporary speed restrictions.20 Dec 07:30 PM
New ZealandTemperatures reach 33C with hot, muggy nights to last past ChristmasMetService forecasts a showery Christmas Day in the Super City with a high of 26C20 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandCentral Otago drug bust: Nine arrests, $88,000 worth of drugs seizedNine people will appear before the courts in the coming weeks.20 Dec 12:15 AM
New ZealandHow Christchurch mum died in Aussie detention centre - Coroner probes mental health careLeah Porter was awaiting deportation from Aussie after prison sentence when she died.19 Dec 10:31 PM
PropertyEx-All Black Aaron Smith sells his luxury Dunedin homeFour-bedroom renovated home boasts impressive water views.19 Dec 04:55 AM
New ZealandSouthland shark attack: Victim faces 'long recovery'The culprit is believed to be a sevengill shark.19 Dec 04:48 AM
New ZealandGore, Actually: Youngest NZ mayor stands in for Hugh Grant in dance videoBen Bell recreates Grant's lovestruck routine from 2003, with Gore councillors featuring.19 Dec 03:35 AM
New ZealandConvicted killer of Christchurch teen declined paroleConnor Whitehead, 16, was shot dead at a party in Christchurch in 2021.19 Dec 03:04 AM
New ZealandThree times the limit: Dunedin driver crashes into wallThe arrested man had a no-alcohol condition on his licence, police say.19 Dec 12:48 AM
New ZealandR&A gets liquor licence despite police and Health NZ oppositionThe decision comes as a relief for organisers a week out from the Cardrona festival.18 Dec 11:49 PM
New Zealand'It makes you feel less alone': How to deal with grief at ChristmasA Christmas initiative helps families remember those loved ones who have died.18 Dec 10:51 PM
New ZealandForecaster signals hot, sticky nights in lead-up to Christmas across northern NZIt was a sticky 18.6C night in Auckland with more uncomfortable, humid days to follow18 Dec 09:40 PM
New ZealandDrug-trafficking ring allegedly imported meth, cocaine in ready-to-eat meals to NZDrugs arrived in instant noodle packets, car parts and emergency kits.18 Dec 09:08 PM
New ZealandCrews battle boiler house blaze at Christchurch sawmillThe boiler house was well involved in flame when crews arrived.18 Dec 05:30 PM
New Zealand'All consuming': Farming family's 20-year battle with Govt over land errorFifth-generation farmers at wits' end over long-running boundary botch up.18 Dec 04:00 PM
