New Zealand'Over the moon': Missing pair reunited with tearful familyGrins all round as Alan Mortimore, 49, and 14-year-old son Danny return after three days.05 Apr 06:46 PM
New Zealand1000ha Waituna blaze threatens 'significant' wetlandWetland used by generations as a giant food basket and mahika kai site.05 Apr 01:56 AM
New Zealand'Can't believe it': Journalist finds missing father, son in FiordlandLuisa Girao has been covering the story of the pair since the beginning.05 Apr 12:43 AM
New ZealandTwo hunters missing in Fiordland 'ill-equipped' for night in bushThe pair failed to return from their hunt on Saturday.03 Apr 11:42 PM
New ZealandSouthland Regional Council revises irrigation banCouncil revises an irrigation ban in the province after an outcry from local farmers.03 Apr 10:00 PM
New ZealandDozens of aged-care Covid-19 casesFresh data reveals daily aged residential cases peaked at 83 in the south of New Zealand.03 Apr 06:11 PM
New ZealandMilford Track death: Experienced tramper worked as a lodge attendantHe was suitably experienced and carried a personal locator beacon and a two-way radio.01 Apr 06:18 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismRich-listers invest in RealNZ as it gears up for tourism rebuildRich-listers among new investors in big tourism player gearing up for opening borders.01 Apr 04:40 AM
New ZealandTractor driver 'erratic' before getting caughtHe blew an excess breath alcohol reading of 1077mcg when he was stopped by police.31 Mar 07:11 PM
New ZealandDrought declared in Otago, Southland; Government pledges supportAgriculture Minister Damien O'Connor made the announcement today.31 Mar 01:00 AM
CrimeBurglar who helped police officer given lighter sentenceThe 39-year-old came to the aid of a policeman during an arrest.29 Mar 06:48 PM
New ZealandCaution over Anzac Day services and paradesCeremonies can take place but organisers are wondering whether anyone will attend.28 Mar 05:36 PM
New ZealandCovid rates in South Island schools increase as peak passes AucklandDaily case numbers reported by schools in Wellington are also up.28 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandMotorcyclist dies after crash in SouthlandThe circumstances of the crash are under investigation.28 Mar 01:11 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNo legs? No sweat - Amputation no setback for great NZ outdoorsmanFlesh-eating bug cost Ross Millichamp his legs, Kurt Bayer reports.22 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandAmmonia leak at meat-processing plant in SouthlandFire crews have isolated part of the building.22 Mar 01:20 AM
New ZealandTrainer seriously hurt by horse kick to the headWingatui thoroughbred trainer Graeme Mee will have to learn to walk again.20 Mar 05:27 PM
New ZealandMan shot by police in Invercargill remains in serious conditionThe man was shot by police yesterday after presenting a weapon to officers on SH1.19 Mar 09:10 PM
New ZealandCar wreck hoarder who 'couldn't stop' amassed 800 vehiclesRoger Dunnage collected up to 800 vehicles by late last year when neighbours complained.17 Mar 05:41 PM
New Zealand'You took my soulmate from me,' widow tells crash driverThe woman crossed double yellow lines in a no-stopping zone.17 Mar 01:04 AM
PoliticsJoy, relief and warnings as borders reopen after two yearsBorder reopening largely welcomed after 'desperate' times for business.16 Mar 04:00 PM
CrimeMan's secret double life as an 'abhorrent' sex offenderPeople thought John Huntly Watson was a good man. But he spent five years abusing a girl.15 Mar 05:08 PM
FootballFoot-brawl: Red-carded player decks goalkeeper, game called offPre-season friendly with visiting side from Invercargill descends into a free-for-all.13 Mar 05:13 PM
New ZealandCourier worker stole money she was meant to depositAshley Renee Hansen appeared in the Invercargill District Court for stealing $15,845.11 Mar 12:00 AM
New ZealandDunedin set to get new neurosurgeonFor several years, Dunedin has had only one surgeon.09 Mar 10:14 PM
TravelJust Bluffing: Where to find NZ's famous oysters this seasonIt's harder to find Bluffies on the menu this season but the chase makes them sweeter.09 Mar 04:21 PM
New ZealandGrandmother disqualified after admitting 'boy racer' chargeThe woman plead guilty to sustaining loss of traction.08 Mar 06:01 PM
CrimeMan who sexually abused boys jailedRyan Burrows must serve at least two thirds of his sentence before eligible for parole.08 Mar 05:45 AM
New ZealandInvestigation into vaccination failure affecting hundredsThe issue was due to the temperature the vaccinations were being stored at.07 Mar 09:00 PM
New ZealandDoubts over booster protection from Queenstown providerSouthern District Health Board is contacting 1571 people who may have been affected.07 Mar 05:34 AM
New ZealandMcDonald's drive-through sex act: You want a fine with that?His lawyer said the 71-year-old was disgusted with himself.02 Mar 09:25 PM
New Zealand'Appalled': Man exposed to Covid-19 by roommate at Southland HospitalThe hospital apologised for the distress it had caused.01 Mar 12:00 AM
New ZealandNo arrests yet in relation to 'targeted' shooting of Invercargill teensA 16-year-old was in critical condition and a 17-year-old seriously injured.24 Feb 09:12 PM
New Zealand'Stupid idea': Students plan Covid-positive party as hundreds contract virusThe students recieved a visit from police.23 Feb 07:03 PM
