New ZealandIn the heat of the moment - temps to soar to 35CForecast picks heatwave to give way to drenching from ex-tropical storm.28 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandStand by for a scorcher: Temps set to hit 40CYou think it's been hot so far this summer? Wait till tomorrow.27 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHot Wanaka smashes weather recordAnother day, another weather record bites the dust.27 Jan 02:14 AM
New ZealandUpset no-one liable for 'shocking' deathMother says she has lost faith in doctors and hospitals following her son's death.23 Jan 05:32 PM
New ZealandMan's death highlights hospital failingsWanaka man died in ambulance while being transported from Dunstan Hospital to another.23 Jan 03:20 AM
New ZealandFreedom campers breaking rules in QueenstownFreedom campers were fined $662,800 by Queenstown's district council, but many didn't pay.22 Jan 07:56 PM
New ZealandTourist assaulted after trying to stop racist attackAn Australian tourist was assaulted after he tried to stop a racially charged exchange.22 Jan 03:47 AM
New ZealandHaast: The town where cellphones are silentA South Island town in the middle of a 244km reception black spot are desperate for help.16 Jan 04:00 PM
BusinessWanaka house in world's four top alpine retreats: BBCArchitect 'flattered' to have extraordinary Wanaka house feature on BBC show.16 Jan 01:56 AM
New ZealandChilean man in court over flying drone near helicoptersA Chilean man who allegedly flew a drone near helicopters fighting fires has been named.08 Jan 03:38 AM
EntertainmentSummertime bliss for MAFS lovebirdsNew life together like a "never-ending rocket in space", Married at First Sight star says.06 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWanaka fire still burningWind shift threatens houses as tinder-dry grass goes up in flames.03 Jan 05:28 PM
New ZealandMan charged over flying drone near Wanaka fireEight helicopters fighting the fire were grounded when a drone was spotted.03 Jan 08:28 AM
New ZealandFire on Wanaka hills 'largely contained'Firefighters have been battling the blaze since just before 3pm.03 Jan 02:29 AM
New ZealandMan dies in paraglider crash near WanakaA Wanaka man has died after his paraglider crashed on Mt Roy.02 Jan 05:57 AM
New ZealandHang glider crash near Wanaka reportedWitness saw glider crash, reported it to emergency services just before 3pm.02 Jan 02:40 AM
New ZealandCops give underage drinkers choice of writing essay rather than finePolice trying to take firmer action on underage drinking are using essays as punishment01 Jan 09:01 PM
New ZealandThe big dry is over for jetsprintersCategories are wide open for second round of national jetsprint champs in Whanganui26 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandBig wet a brief relief from humid start to summerRain around the country will ease by the end of the day.19 Dec 05:48 PM
New ZealandLast text: 'I'll be home for Christmas'David Fisher's parents pay tribute to their son after 26-year-old's drowning.18 Dec 05:06 PM
New ZealandSwimmer who died in Lake Wanaka namedA body found in Lake Wanaka has been identified as a 26-year-old from Tauranga.17 Dec 01:20 AM
New ZealandMan's body found during Lake Wanaka searchThe swimmer got into trouble trying to retrieve a boat.16 Dec 12:09 AM
RoyalsRoyal & rugby star in Wanaka on holidayThe famous couple were spotted eating breakfast at a cafe in the tourist town yesterday.15 Dec 11:17 PM
New ZealandCromwell hottest place to beParts of the South sweltered for a second day today.23 Nov 07:08 AM
BusinessBigger venue for next Wanaka beer festivalTo prevent potential customers being turned away at the gate, a new venue has been found.17 Nov 11:36 PM
New ZealandQueenstown resident wins $1 millionThree Kiwis will be happy with their Lotto winnings after last nights draw.21 Oct 10:17 PM
New ZealandMissing Dunedin cat's 275km journey from homeAn open door into a removal truck can have far-reaching consequences.30 Aug 10:01 PM
New ZealandNational goes user pays, Labour rules out PPPsNational says it wants tourists to pay for conservation in NZ, but not through a tax.25 Aug 07:26 AM
New ZealandWidespread avalanche warnings hit NZWidespread snowfalls have raised avalanche warnings to the highest level in seven areas.16 Aug 09:09 PM
New ZealandMissing champion skier found safe near WanakaChampion skier Tom Garatadour did not return as scheduled from backcountry ski trip.16 Aug 06:43 AM
New ZealandGovt pays $44m to clean up 100 NZ riversA day ahead of Labour's freshwater announcement, National has made its own.08 Aug 03:20 AM
TravelChild's play, this skiingKids are fearless and quick to learn, writes Winston Aldworth.30 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandStorm strands travellersSome people have been told they may have to wait up to three days to get another flight.21 Jul 10:17 AM
New ZealandCrash pilot's mental health ruled out as factorMental health of a Wanaka pilot is unlikely to have been a factor in a helicopter crash.20 Jul 12:48 AM
