New ZealandHealth Minister criticises officials' anti-McDonald's submissionShane Reti has taken a swipe at the National Public Health Service.29 Nov 05:40 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEric Crampton: Health officials' unhealthy McDonald’s obsessionOPINION: A fast food fiasco shows some health officials are out of control.27 Nov 07:35 PM
New ZealandNo inquiry to be held into triple-fatal Wānaka helicopter crashNicholas Wallis, Scott Theobald and Paul Hondelink were killed in the crash in 2018.27 Nov 03:08 AM
BusinessWānaka McDonald’s: Council to weigh pros and cons in new restaurant rowPotential hoons and garbage concerns for some locals in fast-food proposal.24 Nov 07:38 PM
Motorsport'It was all his idea': Hayden Paddon takes on a new challenge, supporting his dad'I’ll be playing the true team manager job and putting the pressure on.'22 Nov 08:00 PM
New ZealandTourist who spent time in Navy drowned after sinking below Lake Wānaka's surface without warningJinwoo Park was a strong swimmer and not under the influence of drugs or alcohol.19 Nov 11:32 PM
New ZealandMcSpicy! Battle royale over plans for town's first McDonald'sThe plan to bring McDonald's to Wānaka could be decided soon.14 Nov 05:24 AM
New ZealandUnhappy meal? Submissions overwhelmingly reject Wānaka McDonald’sThe majority of submissions made about a McDonald's restaurant are not lovin' it.01 Nov 06:25 AM
New Zealand'Extreme caution': Special warning issued for snow enthusiasts after series of avalanchesTwo serious avalanches this week left one person buried and another dead in the south.27 Sep 08:37 PM
New ZealandInjured climbers trapped overnight on Mt Cook, weather hampers rescue effortsThe injured pair spent the night high up the mountain, hemmed in by bad weather.17 Sep 11:26 PM
New ZealandDangerous avalanche conditions in South Island remain after snow dumpThe Mountain Safety Council is urging people to check conditions before heading out.14 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandPower outages, road and school closures as snow causes havocHeavy snow is falling in parts of the South Island.12 Sep 09:14 PM
New ZealandSnow hits the South IslandParts of the South Island brace for heavy snowfall with orange warnings in place for parts of Otago and Canterbury. Video / Cam Winter, George HeardWatch12 Sep 08:46 PM
BusinessControversial Kiwi billionaire eyes possible shift to New ZealandThe tech titan says he is done with living in the Golden State.19 Aug 11:52 PM
New ZealandHuge plumes of smoke seen in Wānaka following large burn offThe large burn off on a hillside above Wānaka is under control, officials say.14 Aug 02:42 AM
New Zealand'The world feels a little darker': Fundraiser for family after ski patroller’s deathKonrad Apanowicz suffered a medical emergency while ski touring in NZ.09 Aug 05:15 AM
New ZealandTourism operators buy hotels to house workers as housing crisis hits hardQueenstown housing issues continue, as businesses supply their own worker accommodation.29 Jul 05:01 PM
New ZealandUS tech billionaire Peter Thiel 'abandons' plans for luxury Wānaka buildThe build would have accommodated up to 30 guests, and supported between 15 and 30 staff.27 Jul 11:52 PM
TravelThe South Island’s cosiest spots for a total chill-out this winterRug up and disconnect from the world.19 Jul 07:00 PM
New ZealandFatal Wānaka crash: Japan consulate acknowledges death of cyclist Hiroto ShimuraShimura was not wearing a helmet when the crash on SH84 happened on July 6.16 Jul 10:57 PM
New ZealandFatal Wānaka crash: Cyclist was a tourist travelling on wrong side of the road, not wearing a helmetPolice confirm he was a 25-year-old man from Japan.08 Jul 03:16 AM
New ZealandFatal Wānaka cyclist crash: Witness describes coming across traumatic sceneWitness says the victim was not wearing a helmet.07 Jul 10:26 PM
New ZealandOne person dies following serious crash on SH84 near WānakaEmergency services were called to the crash scene at about 3.50pm.06 Jul 05:11 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyStock Takes: A new era for power utilities? And sharemarket winners and losers in Q2Power generation goes from 'nothing-to-see here' to having quite a few moving parts.04 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionExpansion plans: Where new McDonald's are risingThree new Auckland outlets opened last year but another four are coming nationally soon.18 Jun 02:00 AM
New ZealandHow an unlatched rear door led to triple-fatal Wānaka chopper crashOne witness saw the helicopter descend nearly vertically with items trailing behind.12 Jun 05:00 PM
TravelThrow yourself into adventure with this week's global travel dealsSave on your next trip with these hot deals.03 Jun 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'If you're unwell, give up your licence' – Gun law change may have unintended consequences'People are avoiding going to the doctor' – is that the right outcome for public safety?25 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandSnowy south, sunny north in weekend of weather contrasts'Choice' weather is on the way for our biggest city but there are snow warnings for south.17 May 08:06 AM
New ZealandScientists map Lake Wānaka to gauge quake riskAn active fault was discovered under Lake Wānaka three years ago.16 May 09:47 PM
New ZealandGreen light for bigger red light districts in luxurious NZ getaway towns?Brothel zones in Queenstown and Wānaka could be extended.12 May 06:25 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPlay it again, Sam: Our most famous actor on home, Hollywood friends, wine, and ageingSam Neill speaks to Kurt Bayer during wine harvest at his Central Otago vineyards.19 Apr 08:38 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPortrait of a killer as a young man: How David Hawken nearly got away with 1995 murderFormer hardman spoke to Kurt Bayer in a series of interviews while awaiting trial.19 Apr 12:21 AM
New ZealandHow losing his job inspired Wānaka man to change the face of tourismLosing his tourism job didn't stop Tim Barke from using his skills to help others.13 Apr 05:00 PM
