New ZealandEnjoy that sunshine - there's a wintry snap loomingSnow flurries down to 100m are possible in Southland and Otago, Weatherwatch says.28 Sep 11:49 PM
New ZealandQueenstown fire: Crews on hunt for hot spots as windy conditions forecastThe fire blackened 200ha of scrub land at Skippers Canyon near Queenstown.28 Sep 09:04 PM
New ZealandCouncillor accused of misconduct demands names of complainantsDeon Swiggs was accused of sending inappropriate late-night messages to young people.27 Sep 07:31 AM
Tourism'Bland boring and dismal': Queenstown's worst ratedTurns out it is definitely possible to have a horror holiday in the resort town.27 Sep 06:46 AM
New ZealandRakaia farmer homicide: No stone will be left unturnedTony Waldron, a dairy farmer of Rakaia and father, was killed on September 18.26 Sep 08:01 AM
New ZealandVictim dies 76 days too late for attacker to be chargedNigel Landreth was beaten unconscious in Dunedin in July 2018. He died on Sunday.25 Sep 06:07 PM
New ZealandThe only place in New Zealand with a population declineThe population here has slipped 1.8 percent, close to where it was 13 years ago.25 Sep 05:50 AM
New ZealandFamily heartache after woman avoids jail over fatal crashCorrina Petersen avoided jail for car crash that killed woman on her way to a party.24 Sep 07:58 AM
New ZealandKaikoura quake rail repair wins major international award$2bn restoration of critical road and rail corridor biggest in NZ history.23 Sep 10:32 PM
New ZealandChristchurch councillor accused of inappropriate behaviour identifies himselfA complainant who was 13 said Deon Swiggs gave him hugs and called him "baby".23 Sep 07:08 AM
New ZealandGrab your umbrella: It's going to bucket downBrrr - it's going to be a cold, wet and windy week.23 Sep 04:44 AM
New ZealandChristchurch mayor bans councillor from events involving young people after complaintsLianne Dalziel has taken action following complaints about inappropriate messages.22 Sep 07:51 PM
New Zealand'Help my room's on fire': Drunk man messages group chat instead of calling 111Remains of bonfire on balcony led to fire in bedroom wall.22 Sep 05:27 PM
New ZealandWeather: Golden days on their way outCooler temperatures, cloudy conditions and rain are on their way.22 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandLarge tussock fire near Danseys Pass almost containedA controlled burn near Danseys Pass has now almost been contained.22 Sep 07:26 AM
New ZealandFemale skier dies after crashing into fence post on Coronet PeakSkier dies on Coronet peak, chairlift closed for three hours.21 Sep 02:11 AM
New ZealandAirbnbrothel: Owner's home turned into seedy sex centreWhen the owner arrived back it "felt icky and stank of cheap perfumes''.19 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandAxe attack: Man rams cop car, chases officer with tomahawkA man has admitting ramming a police car while yelling "Allahu Akbar''.19 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandHead-on crash blamed on spider sightingImpact resulted from driver's reaction to seeing what she thought was a poisonous spider.19 Sep 07:06 AM
EntertainmentFleetwood Mac fans face liquor banThose who turn up to the gate intoxicated will be refused entry.19 Sep 01:00 AM
New ZealandDeath of 29-year-old in Canterbury treated as homicideThe man had sustained an injury and died at the scene, police said.18 Sep 08:47 PM
BusinessStore fined $54k for breaches, deception bidGrocery store fined for 40 employment breaches, attempting to deceive a labour inspector.18 Sep 05:50 AM
New ZealandEvicted Campground residents may end up homelessSome residents of a former Queenstown camping ground may be homeless from next month.17 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessMichael Naylor: Govt ignores looming 'quake-berg' at our perilComment: Scale of the liability in Christchurch should concern all New Zealanders.17 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMeasles patient travelled through Otago and Southland while infectiousAuthorities trying to trace those who may have been in contact with measles patient.17 Sep 06:20 AM
New ZealandConsent granted for drill plans off OtagoInternational oil and gas company granted consent to drill in Great South Basin.17 Sep 12:31 AM
New ZealandFire crews battling large blaze at Christchurch primary schoolFour fire engines and a command unit are at the scene.16 Sep 09:41 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelHow to capture a perfect aurora photographAurora spotter Ian Griffin's tips for getting the best shots of the magical light.16 Sep 09:00 PM
New ZealandRain and wind alerts in west and south as severe weather hitsThe MetService has issued heavy rain warnings for parts of the South Island.15 Sep 11:02 PM
New ZealandHub birth heightens concernsBaby's fast arrival meant Southland primary unit couldn't be reached.15 Sep 05:25 PM
New Zealand'Shock to the system' as temperatures set to drop"Changeable" spring weather brings sun, rain, hot and cold all in one week.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Life on hold after the mosque attacksAbout 25 women, made widows by the Christchurch mosque attacks, have no family in NZ.12 Sep 06:54 PM
EntertainmentWhy I'm quitting TVNZ: Celebrity Treasure Island host Matt Chisholm's new life"It's been a dream, a real privilege and a whole lot of fun telling stories."12 Sep 08:44 AM
New ZealandDunedin mother-son robber out on paroleA Dunedin man who committed two armed robberies with his mum has been released on parole.09 Sep 05:00 PM
