One dead after large house fire in Seddon, Marlborough
About 20 firefighters are on the scene as well as police.
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Three quarters of fish in southern NZ contain microplastics - study
Packaging, clothes and discarded fishing nets are some of the likely sources.
Prescriptions taken in Caversham pharmacy break-in
A pharmacy owner is "gutted" after prescriptions were stolen in an early morning break-in.
Art-loving insects: Gallery threatened by moths
Insects with a taste for art prompt investigation and deep clean to protect exhibits.
Focus: Is it time New Zealand became a republic?
As the mourning period for Queen Elizabeth comes to an end, conversations around whether New Zealand should become a republic have begun. Video / NZ Herald
Builders to battle for Albert Town birthing unit contract
Central Otago's maternity needs deemed "not fit to meet the future needs and growth".
Gloriavale children frequently smacked, court told
Spankings with 'big wooden spoons' common in the Christian community, witness sobs.
Murder trio's appeals dismissed
The three offenders unsuccessfully appealed their convictions in Wellington.
Sacked nail technician accused of disciplining client's child wins payout
Technician sharpens nails against employer after being sacked for alleged misconduct.
Two arrested and charged after cocaine bust at port
The two foreign nationals appeared in Dunedin District Court today.
'Extraordinarily bad, dangerous driving' - judge
Speeding drink driver reminded of risk he posed to others on the road.
60% increase: Canterbury Police facing up to 20 mental health callouts a day
Canterbury Police are dealing with the highest rate of mental health callouts.
Three taken to hospital after Dunedin boat incident
Six people suffered moderate injuries after a boating incident this morning.
'Degree of negligence': Mother loses appeal over son's death
Cuttance was jailed for two and a half years for an incident outside a Waihola bar.
'Mistreated children': Controversial Dunedin facility sold to new owners
Magic Kids serviced 19 schools but parents claimed it had mistreated their children.
Mayday: Inside the Kaikōura charter boat tragedy
How a perfect day at sea turned to tragedy and the loss of five lives in Kaikoura
Locals Only: Mel Parsons
The award-winning indie folk singer on new album and how grief shaped her as an artist.
Wife accused of murder claimed husband 'beat the s*** out of me' days before killing
Alana Bamber and her cousin Joshua Morris-Bamber deny killing farm worker.
Drunk driver who killed caught again
Victim's brother describes latest drinking episode 'bloody ridiculous... pure stupidity."
Kaikōura boating tragedy: Police release names of five victims
Police have released more information on those who died in the incident.
Wife accused of murder feared infidelity, 'wanted to make him suffer', court hears
Woman and her cousin deny plotting to kill dairy farm worker.
What it really takes to host a Royal Tour: NZ hotels' regal secrets
Top hotels and lodges across the country will be waiting for the call.
'Extremely concerning': Man caught with cache of weapons was 'concerned for country's future'
Man concerned about the future of the country found with gun stash at home.
Drug dealer wipes away tears while forced to confront past
Tears as drug dealer forced to reflect on the impact of her actions.
Dairy farm murder trial: Could brutal killer have pounced during a four-minute window?
Estranged wife and her cousin deny murder and say timeframe 'simply not credible'.
Kaikōura tragedy: Fifth victim identified as teacher and photographer
She was an avid photographer, adventurer and teacher in Christchurch.
Christchurch house of horrors sells for $505,000
Property was where mother and son were found dead.
Weather: Snowfall warnings for south, scattered showers for Auckland
Frosty conditions will put a damper on spring this week.
Call this spring? Snow warnings for south, rain forecast for much of NZ
Rain could fall around the country tomorrow, clearing for most centres by the afternoon.
Rejected: White supremacist loses bid to join school board
Philip Arps was once jailed for sharing doctored footage of the mosque attacks.
Watch: Surfer plucked from rocks, winched to safety at Sumner Beach
Helicopters, several ambulances and police are on scene.
Kaikōura tragedy: Rāhui in place as community, friends and families grieve
Several family members and friends have shared emotional messages following the accident.
Kaikōura tragedy: Fourth victim identified in charter boat incident
Five people died after a boat with 11 on board capsized.
'Once-in-a-lifetime': Tourists wowed as 'mystery creature of the deep' washes ashore
Tourists were expecting a Farewell Spit tour. Then they got a once-in-a-lifetime surprise.