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
OpinionEditorial: Jobs with a future neededThis month's toll of job losses is striking - but it's a reflection of a slowing of the Chinese economy. It's time to look for jobs that have a future.26 Sep 05:29 PM
New ZealandSuper South Island v AucklandThe Super City better watch out. South Island councils are setting up a "coalition of the willing" to have their voice heard in the corridors of Parliament.18 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandMissing man 'lived for fishing'A man whose 60-year-old son drowned at sea said he `lived for fishing'' and was happiest whenever he was out on the ocean.17 Sep 05:29 AM
New ZealandDive on missing boat wreckageLater today a decision will be made whether to send divers down to look at a fishing vessel, believed to be the boat that disappeared off the Fiordland coast on Saturday with two onboard.16 Sep 09:07 PM
New ZealandHopes fading fast for fishing pairHopes are quickly fading for a fishing boat skipper and his teenage crewman missing at sea off the South Island's West Coast since Saturday.16 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandSearch for missing vessel to resumeSearch teams will be back out this morning looking for a fishing vessel which is missing off the coast of Fiordland.15 Sep 07:51 PM
New ZealandMen missing after capsizeA massive search was due to resume this morning for two fishermen whose boat capsized near Fiordland.15 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandSnow-closed roads reopenThe Rimutaka Hill Road and the Desert Road have reopened after snow forced their closure this morning.12 Sep 12:46 AM
