As dad laid passed out, his toddlers played by hot element he used to spot cannabis.

Reports were made to police about a dog chasing a lamb on the motorway.

'In my view, you're a risk to the community,' judge tells serial offender.

Lone guard suffered severe physical injuries in attack by inmate.

A night in watching the All Blacks ended with blood spatters on the walls.

Scott entering student flats to take bongs used to smoke cannabis is an "abuse of power".

"He has committed potentially illegal acts, broken the trust of this community."

Council proposes slower speeds for Baldwin St.

Police and volunteers have been searching for the man since last week.

Kiwi pleads not guilty to murder, but admits helping friend take lethal drugs.

The doctor was found to be "negligent" and bringing "discredit" to the profession.

Farmers are being warned to prepare for a week of very cold weather.

Deep-fried cheese rolls are a hot seller in a Dunedin takeaway shop.

Scammer used Lomu image as he sold non-existent iPhones online and kept the cash.

"Is this what you want, do you want me to beat you up?"

After more than 30 seconds of foolery, the man is finally cornered by security.

A rock-climber, a bungy-jumping wheelchair user and others are up for Attitude Awards.

The Kiwi designers behind a bionic hand are finalists for a prestigious design award.

It is understood the man's behaviour on a plane led to his arrest.

A sheep shot through the head near Dunedin has made a stunning recovery.

The employee fell from a height while working on the Macraes mine's processing plant.

The man allegedly performed an indecent act in the women's toilets in the lower garden.

A woman is trapped between two vehicles.

'It was a bit of a nasty surprise', says manager.

Four incidents where kids have been approached have left Dunedin communities on edge.

Another child has reported being suspiciously approached nearby a Dunedin school.

Man repeatedly approached young children in Dunedin offering them a ride in his car.

Welsh town claims it's street is 1 per cent steeper than famed Baldwin St.

Four Kiwis explain how they've come through dark times to lead fulfilling lives.

Teacher who sexually abused pupils took his own life when finally confronted, victims say.