1500 new meat, forestry, dairy workers could jet in
With meat industry hit and calving season approaching, hundreds more workers fast-tracked.
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Caution in traffic light decision urged despite easing pressure
Case numbers dipped slightly below 10,000 yesterday.
Damien O'Connor and Meka Whaitiri visit drought-hit Southland farms
O'Connor and Whaitiri got a first-hand look at the dry paddocks yesterday.
Weather records tumble in dry and warm March
Queenstown recorded its warmest March in 150 years.
Blue Sky Meats takeover: Offer not reasonable, report says
Independent committee believes Southern Lamb Investments' offer undervalued Blue Sky.
Awarua blaze: Firefighters prepare for strong winds
The fire has spread through more than 1300 hectares.
'Dress in layers': Strong wind warnings issued as cold front hits
Heavy rain across the country is also expected today.
'Over the moon': Missing pair reunited with tearful family
Grins all round as Alan Mortimore, 49, and 14-year-old son Danny return after three days.
1000ha Waituna blaze threatens 'significant' wetland
Wetland used by generations as a giant food basket and mahika kai site.
'Can't believe it': Journalist finds missing father, son in Fiordland
Luisa Girao has been covering the story of the pair since the beginning.
Two hunters missing in Fiordland 'ill-equipped' for night in bush
The pair failed to return from their hunt on Saturday.
Southland Regional Council revises irrigation ban
Council revises an irrigation ban in the province after an outcry from local farmers.
Dozens of aged-care Covid-19 cases
Fresh data reveals daily aged residential cases peaked at 83 in the south of New Zealand.
Milford Track death: Experienced tramper worked as a lodge attendant
He was suitably experienced and carried a personal locator beacon and a two-way radio.
Rich-listers invest in RealNZ as it gears up for tourism rebuild
Rich-listers among new investors in big tourism player gearing up for opening borders.
Tractor driver 'erratic' before getting caught
He blew an excess breath alcohol reading of 1077mcg when he was stopped by police.
Drought declared in Otago, Southland; Government pledges support
Agriculture Minister Damien O'Connor made the announcement today.
Burglar who helped police officer given lighter sentence
The 39-year-old came to the aid of a policeman during an arrest.
Caution over Anzac Day services and parades
Ceremonies can take place but organisers are wondering whether anyone will attend.
Covid rates in South Island schools increase as peak passes Auckland
Daily case numbers reported by schools in Wellington are also up.
Motorcyclist dies after crash in Southland
The circumstances of the crash are under investigation.
No legs? No sweat - Amputation no setback for great NZ outdoorsman
Flesh-eating bug cost Ross Millichamp his legs, Kurt Bayer reports.
Ammonia leak at meat-processing plant in Southland
Fire crews have isolated part of the building.
Trainer seriously hurt by horse kick to the head
Wingatui thoroughbred trainer Graeme Mee will have to learn to walk again.
Man shot by police in Invercargill remains in serious condition
The man was shot by police yesterday after presenting a weapon to officers on SH1.
Car wreck hoarder who 'couldn't stop' amassed 800 vehicles
Roger Dunnage collected up to 800 vehicles by late last year when neighbours complained.
'You took my soulmate from me,' widow tells crash driver
The woman crossed double yellow lines in a no-stopping zone.
Joy, relief and warnings as borders reopen after two years
Border reopening largely welcomed after 'desperate' times for business.
Man's secret double life as an 'abhorrent' sex offender
People thought John Huntly Watson was a good man. But he spent five years abusing a girl.
Foot-brawl: Red-carded player decks goalkeeper, game called off
Pre-season friendly with visiting side from Invercargill descends into a free-for-all.
Courier worker stole money she was meant to deposit
Ashley Renee Hansen appeared in the Invercargill District Court for stealing $15,845.
Just Bluffing: Where to find NZ's famous oysters this season
It's harder to find Bluffies on the menu this season but the chase makes them sweeter.