New ZealandFestival's AI mascot merges science and creativityFestival organisers are aiming to open up discussion about AI image generation and art.01 Jul 12:38 AM
New Zealand$30k fraud for fake appointments; money spent on food and cigarettesSarah Morris fraudulently claimed 176 vouchers, obtaining $30k, from Te Whatu Ora.30 Jun 10:52 PM
New ZealandRapist declined parole for second timeA Dunedin rapist is deemed as having a high risk of violent reoffending.30 Jun 08:44 PM
TravelJuly school holidays: The South Island’s best family-friendly travel activitiesTe Wam30 Jun 05:30 AM
New ZealandPolice arrest alleged burglar after large amount of jewellery recoveredThe 26-year-old man appeared in Christchurch District Court this morning.30 Jun 12:52 AM
New ZealandRangiora homicide: Woman pleads not guilty to being an accessory after man’s alleged murderRichard Leman's dismembered body was found inside the boot of a parked car.29 Jun 09:31 PM
New Zealand'Callous act': Woman scams elderly victims for moneySamantha Kerri Scott faces a raft of charges for her crimes.28 Jun 08:55 PM
New Zealand‘What if they were armed?’: Chamber slams police resourcing after citizen's arrestLeeann Watson said there was empathy for police, but they are under-resourced.28 Jun 02:45 AM
New ZealandFire crews called to ‘moving’ slip on main road between Christchurch and AkaroaFire crews were called to the scene and contractors are clearing it up.27 Jun 09:37 PM
CrimePrisoner convicted of sexually violating cellmate claims injuries were self-inflictedHe has taken his fight against conviction to the Supreme Court, and lost.27 Jun 05:00 AM
New Zealand‘Hell of a noise’: Air New Zealand flight aborted during take-offPassengers left feeling frightened after hearing 'banging and crashing'.26 Jun 11:14 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInternal review carried out into workplace culture at Southland’s mental health serviceThe review comes amid concerns about the safety of the service for staff and patients.26 Jun 10:53 PM
New ZealandMurderer, rapist alleges ‘serious assault’ at NZ’s toughest prisonMan who raped and murdered Chch woman Emma Agnew claims he was seriously assaulted in jail26 Jun 10:05 PM
KahuNgāi Tahu welcomes Māori council seat proposal as Tamaki Makaurau asks for feedback Iwi hopes more Māori seats become part of all councils in the future.26 Jun 07:18 PM
New ZealandWoman missing for eight weeks likely died within a day of last sighting, report findsShirley Warrington was found in dense bush eight weeks after she went missing.26 Jun 06:17 PM
EntertainmentAkaroa - New Zealand’s French ConnectionAkaroa wears its French history on its tricolor sleeve.26 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandWaste company throwing kerbside recycling in with rubbish looks overseas for workersStaff shortages have forced rubbish collectors to dump recycling and rubbish in landfills.26 Jun 12:24 AM
New ZealandWatch: 'Meat! Meat! Meat!' - Kids parade pest kills for shocked protestersScene comes after cat killing category reinstated at a South Island hunting competition.25 Jun 10:10 PM
New Zealand'My fear came true': 25 migrants sharing one house 'illegally' fear evictionsLandlords are 'taking advantage' of desperate people, woman claims.25 Jun 09:01 PM
New ZealandFrom ecologist to 6th on the list: Greens candidate Lan Pham on impressive entry into politicsOur government is 'just waiting for good, decent people who want to make a difference'.25 Jun 09:00 PM
New ZealandWarning signs missed: Swollen river swept students to their deathsRiver crossing failures are a leading cause of tramper fatalities in New Zealand.25 Jun 08:39 PM
New ZealandAssault on Corrections officer has lasting effectAssaulted Corrections officer become 'a prisoner in his own home', court heard.24 Jun 11:51 PM
New ZealandRestaurant with no set opening hours or menu booming'It’s very unique and he hasn’t put up prices since 2014.'24 Jun 09:04 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPolice bring down mob in smalltown NZ: How a drive-by shooting of teens led to downfallAt least 18 members have been arrested following a spate of violence in the region.24 Jun 04:18 AM
New Zealand'Dangerous conditions': Roads closed, water shortage as red warning hits GisborneThe rain is expected to cause "dangerous conditions, significant flooding".24 Jun 01:35 AM
TravelFacial recognition tech reveals NZ's happiest tourist spotSmiles abound in this South Island spot.23 Jun 07:30 PM
New ZealandMore human remains found at Pike River: 'They may even be my boy' - fatherLatest find means 12 of the 29 men killed in 2010 disaster have now been located.23 Jun 12:50 AM
TravelThe ski essentials you'll need this season, according to a Mt Hutt Rescue patrollerFirst-timer or a seasoned professional? Doesn't matter – preparation is key.22 Jun 11:55 PM
New ZealandContagious patient's $62 Uber ride home: Hospital said no to free taxiAn RSV patient spent $62 on an Uber home after arriving at hospital in an ambulance.22 Jun 10:42 PM
New ZealandRangiora homicide: Man pleads not guilty to murderRichard Leman's dismembered body was found inside the boot of a parked car.22 Jun 09:18 PM
New ZealandMan admits importing 2kg of meth from Laos and United KingdomThe drugs were in packages which were declared as containing a bike and compressors.21 Jun 10:49 PM
New Zealand'They will come here and kill you': Gang death threat made in home invasionVictims of a home invasion were told the Mongrel Mob would kill them if they told police.21 Jun 09:33 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLeeann Watson: Immigration alone can’t bridge NZ’s ‘employability gap’OPINION: The education system is failing both Kiwi kids and companies, says Leeann Watson.21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandARA Timaru polytechnic evacuated, closed for the day after threatAbout 100 staff and students were left standing outside the Arthur St building.21 Jun 12:02 AM
