New Zealand'Little puffballs' boost takahē populationTwo pairs of birds at a Southland sanctuary raise hopes of boosting numbers.27 Oct 05:52 PM
New ZealandName suppression lifted on woman accused of Southland murderDale Watene's body was found by police in May, about a month after he went missing.26 Oct 09:59 PM
New ZealandFlood warning issued after heavy rain'A number of rivers have started rising so we have activated the flood warning.'25 Oct 09:37 PM
New ZealandSummer in spring: The heat is on for parts of New ZealandTemperatures will be up to 12C above average in places - but don't get too comfortable.24 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew Milford Track hut cost blows out to more than $3mThe new 40-bed Mintaro Hut was originally estimated to cost $1.8 million.22 Oct 09:16 PM
New ZealandAct may set up southern baseAll members of the new caucus would be regular visitors to the south.19 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandElection 2020: Our diverse 40 new MPsWho are they? They include our first African, Latin American and Sri Lankan MPs.18 Oct 04:45 AM
New ZealandHigh-profile Nat MPs Brownlee, Smith, Bishop set to lose seatsUp to 20 seats could change hands tonight, most - but not all - to Labour.17 Oct 07:23 AM
New ZealandTwo injured in Southland crashCar and concrete truck collide near Otautau, leaving one person critical, truck toppled.16 Oct 09:47 PM
New ZealandElection Day weather divide: Mostly fine in North Island, rain in the SouthVoters can expect mostly fine weather in North Island; umbrellas, coats needed in South.16 Oct 07:30 PM
BusinessInvercargill council woes: New docs reveal businesses' fearsLetters written by the Southland Chamber of Commerce compound sense of chaos at council.15 Oct 09:49 PM
New Zealand'So full of love': Young Kiwi woman's sudden death a mysteryNineteen-year-old who died suddenly remembered for her 'happy-go-lucky' spirit.14 Oct 04:58 PM
TravelAir NZ's present to Southlanders flying home for XmasThe airline's newest route has had a turbulent first year.12 Oct 10:36 PM
New ZealandInvercargill Mayor Tim Shadbolt taps new deputy, skips consultationShadbolt is able to make the appointment single-handedly under a 2012 law change.12 Oct 12:29 AM
New ZealandCommunities split over free school lunchesFull list: Which schools will get free school lunches?11 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFree school lunches: Wellington and South IslandFull list: Who gets free school lunches in Wellington and the South Island.11 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMike Puru: What I learned when my family's house burned downThe Hits host Mike Puru says the Ohau fire reminds us of what matters most in life.11 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandAttitude Awards: 'I don't care what people say about what they think I can't do'In a judgmental society, you get to decide what affects you, finalist says.10 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I just couldn't move': Woman who broke back in Six60 balcony collapse on her recoveryBailley Unahi's back was broken in 2016 at a Six60 concert. Now she is flying.10 Oct 01:47 AM
New ZealandInvercargill deputy mayor quits in new blow to councilToni Biddle's resignation comes amid a Government probe into the council.09 Oct 02:31 AM
New Zealand'They can't put us all in jail': Farmers rally against water regulationsFarmers stage protest at the Gore A&P Showgrounds.08 Oct 02:32 AM
New ZealandWeather: Temperatures as low as -3 in last lash of Arctic blastIcy winds will round out the month, with some in the South Island in for a freezing night.29 Sep 04:44 AM
New ZealandSnow wonder! Brace for more wintry weatherHeaviest snowfalls in years blanket Otago and Southland for start of school holidays.28 Sep 05:46 PM
New ZealandYour weather: Bitterly cold weather in Southland as snowfall mixes with icy blasts'In places with snow and forecasted southwesterlies it will get pretty heinous.'28 Sep 05:51 AM
New ZealandLet's keep moving: PM caught out in snowbound Invercargill, flight cancelledArdern's travel plans have been thrown into disarray.28 Sep 12:45 AM
New ZealandYour weather: Flurry of severe weather warnings as snow hits the southA rapidly deepening low has hit with heavy rain, gales, snow - and cold temperatures.27 Sep 06:16 AM
New ZealandStormy Sunday: Gales, heavy rain, 1350 lightning strikes, harbour bridge could closeAuthorities are taking no chances with Auckland Harbour Bridge as gales threaten.26 Sep 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBankruptcy fear: Sir Tim Shadbolt says he can't pay $350,000 in legal billsThe Invercargill Mayor reveals personal struggles in an exclusive interview.26 Sep 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Severe weather': Antarctic blast set to hit on weekendSnow and cold winds will make travelling difficult and stress livestock.24 Sep 10:49 PM
New ZealandDestructive gales, torrential rain to blast southern and central NZA brutal 24 hours is in store for southern regions.21 Sep 02:25 AM
New ZealandLitter of puppies dumped in park with throats slitGraphic content: Reward of $2000 offered for information about dumped pups.17 Sep 07:03 PM
New ZealandCattle ship sinking: Family of Kiwi missing at sea preparing private searchFamily slams the Government for lack of support.16 Sep 04:10 AM
New ZealandButane explosion mystery: Investigator doubts pair's claimsThey said the butane can exploded when it was dropped while they were smoking.15 Sep 06:54 PM
