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Injured cattle euthanised after being hit by freight train
The train, travelling from the West Coast to Christchurch, struck around 20 cattle.
Watch: 1km lost - incredible video shows famous NZ glacier's retreat
Footage of the Franz Josef Glacier retreating has been released by authorities.
'Light' 4.9 quake rattles South Island
Nearly 400 reports submitted to Geonet within an hour of the jolt.
Moment marriage proposal on scenic bridge was secretly captured
It was a Facebook post that alerted the couple to the existence of the photos.
'It's a one size fits all': Mixed feelings from southern health bosses on DHB overhaul
All of the 20 District Health Boards will be replaced by one national health body.
Helicopters searching for missing angler in Piha
Large swells of up to 2.5m are hindering water rescue efforts.
His body was found entombed in concrete under an Auckland house. Then someone assumed his identity
Police reveal they have a person of interest who acted as the dead David Hart.
Tahr hunting tragedy: Mystery remains but experts have theories
DoC accepts it could improve information around hazards and risks.
'Really hard done by': The region where deaths are expected to outweigh births
The region's population in 2018 was 32,400 and it is predicted to be 30,600 in 2048.
Serious crash closes southern State Highway
A police spokeswoman said the serious crash unit had been called.
Mt Eden homicide investigation: 'Dave was an interesting person'
Police are now treating human remains found encased in concrete in Auckland as murder.
Man who fled police found hiding up tree
Police did not pursue the fleeing driver but later found the car broken down.
Gold Coast charity bin death: Victim Kiwi mum of three
Life took dark turn after discovery of husband's affair led to appearance in court.
Travel bubble reaction: Relief for South Island as winter looms
'I think every plane will be full from Australia to Queenstown.'
'Game-changer': Transtasman bubble key to rebuilding - West Coast tourism boss
A start date for the bubble is expected to be announced this afternoon.
Pike River: More items dragged out for police
"We haven't finished yet," recovery mission leader says.
Brunner Mine disaster: 125 years since NZ's worst workplace accident
Coal miner John Pattinson died reading his Bible.
Coast unhappy as KiwiRail cuts TranzAlpine schedule
The Christchurch to Greymouth service will run only twice a week through the winter.
Human remains found in search for missing Canterbury tramper
Marni Sheppeard was officially reported missing in January.
Lawyers asked to lead independent inquiry into issues arising at Gloriavale
"There is no fetter on that inquiry."
Wikipedians invade West Coast
Ever wondered who's working to keep NZ information on Wikipedia accurate and up to date?
'Year of hell': West Coast Brewery owner forced to sell over closed border
Stuck in Toronto, a Canadian entrepreneur is selling his Westport brewery.
WorkSafe investigating after digger operator dies on West Coast farm
A police spokesperson said the person who died was a contractor working on his own.
Farmer threatens to burn forest over plunging values, biodiversity rules
A farming couple in financial strife say they're prepared to take drastic measures.
Double tragedy: How woman survived death of husband, son within 16 days
Christchurch woman Julie Zarifeh's new book outlines grief journey after double tragedy.
Murderer to walk free: Parole granted, killer 'focused on his future'
Murderer Timothy Taylor is to be released on parole 21 years after killing Lisa Blakie
'I'm going to die': 14-year-old's last words after Coast crash
Simon Norris was staying at a friend's place when they decided to sneak out for a drive.
Tsunami threat downgraded after warning to Wellingtonians
Region was warned to expect strong, unpredictable currents after this morning's quakes.
Inside NZ's smallest school: Four pupils (and counting)
The school was closed after funding was cut for a supervisor.
Tourism Minister to discuss support with struggling West Coast businesses
The region has been starved of its main source of income - foreign tourists.
Freedom: Beached trawler finally refloated
The Remus ran aground on the South Island's southern west coast on Thursday.
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Find out what your last days of summer will look like.
Grounded: Fishing trawler stuck on remote beach
It's understood the vessel was trawling for albacore tuna, known as "chicken of the sea".