TravelFiordland: In the middle of somewhereHayden Donnell goes glamping on the Hollyford Track.26 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandApology from hospital over patient deathA senior Southland Hospital staff member has apologised for errors which she said may have contributed to the death of a patient two years ago.13 Jun 06:39 AM
TravelFiordland: Where history speaksJohn Roughan gains a deeper understanding of how Cook first saw New Zealand.29 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandBarefoot Routeburn walker wears 'soles off his feet'A 63-year-old Queenstown man who "liked walking in bare feet'' was taken to Southland Hospital for treatment last week after "wearing the soles off his feet" on the Routeburn Track.15 Apr 11:29 PM
TravelFiordland: Now and thenJustine Tyerman delves into the history of a grand old house in Manapouri, Fiordland.09 Apr 03:00 AM
OpinionJohn RoughanJohn Roughan: Perfect chance to can TiwaiMy heart sank at the news the Govt is taking over negotiations on the price of power supplied to Southland's aluminium smelter and will subsidise that relic of "regional development".29 Mar 04:30 PM
EnergySolid Energy: Hero to zeroTwice in the past decade, Solid Energy has enjoyed revenue close to $1 billion, and aside from last year has returned some healthy profits - and dividends for the Government.21 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandDeath elicits drug warningThe risks of illegal drug use have been highlighted by a South Island coroner in his findings on the death of a 48-year-old man who had injected morphine.21 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandSwollen rivers peak in SouthlandSouthern authorities are warning motorists to take care today as swollen rivers peak in Southland.10 Jan 07:06 PM
New ZealandTeen killed in motorbike crashA 16-year-old boy has died following a motorbike crash in Southland last night.26 Dec 07:52 PM
New ZealandElderly service contract won by Aussie providerAn Australian-owned, Auckland-based organisation has secured one of three contracts to provide home-based services for elderly people in the south of the South Island.19 Dec 06:19 AM
New ZealandMan to be sentenced following hunting deathA Southland man is expected to be sentenced this morning in relation to a hunting fatality earlier this year.16 Dec 08:55 PM
New ZealandImpersonation 'a lapse of judgement'Invercargill Mayor Tim Shadbolt says Environment Southland chairman Ali Timms has damaged her credibility by telephoning him on a regional television talkback show.12 Dec 07:04 PM
New ZealandChairwoman condemned over talkback incidentEnvironment Southland is condemning its chairwoman's so-called unacceptable lapse of judgement in calling a televised talkback programme under an assumed name.12 Dec 04:11 AM
New ZealandClimate change a threat to Otago waterwaysIrrigators, power companies and mountaineers could all be affected if climate change leads to changes in snow levels.05 Dec 06:09 PM
New ZealandMajor source of meth shut downPolice have arrested two men they allege are "linchpins" in the supply and distribution of methamphetamine into Southland.22 Nov 06:57 PM
New ZealandSex offender shows 'no remorse'A sexual assault victim faced her attacker in court and described how his "depravity" had robbed her of her childhood.13 Nov 03:46 AM
New ZealandSnow and gales for South IslandFlying debris and trees and branches falling across roads could make it unsafe to be outside if predicted severe northwest gales hit Otago and Southland today.01 Nov 11:31 PM
TravelThe Hollyford Track: Land of ripping yarnsPamela Wade discovers Kiwi colonial heroes on the Hollyford Track.08 Oct 04:30 PM
TravelTuatapere: Midnight trampBevan Hurley tackles the stunning Hump Ridge Track in remote western Southland by night.07 Oct 11:00 PM
TravelMilford Track: Mountain highPamela Wade zigzags her way around Milford Track's textured bush, bright prairies and breathtaking views.03 Oct 02:30 AM
