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Strangler surprised his victim survived
Argument over $40 cellphone charger in community house almost fatal.
Weather: South Island gets more snow, roadfall warnings, Auckland in for showers
MetService issues heavy snow warnings, watches in South Island, Desert Rd to get flurries.
Aquaman star Jason Momoa spotted cheering on All Blacks against Wallabies in Dunedin
The Hollywood superstar isn't shy about his love of the All Blacks
All Blacks v Wallabies II: All you need to know
All you need to know ahead of the second Bledisloe Cup test.
Netball legend Dame Lois: ‘My own hard-fought battle’
Cancer’s a game-changer, but it was no match for our beloved Silver Fern.
Women’s World Cup: The 11 biggest talking points from the group stages
There has been genuine jeopardy for the big nations, with plenty of surprises
Gregor Paul: Why Bledisloe II should be an emotional occasion for All Blacks fans
Opinion: This weekend should be treated as a landmark occasion for rugby fans.
'Frenzied attack': ‘Violent young man’ spared prison
Nineteen-year-old sentenced to home detention as prison would be "the end of your life".
One shot for fringe ABs as World Cup squad looms large
Opportunity knocks for fringe All Blacks with the World Cup squad reveal looming.
Gregor Paul: Why experimental All Blacks side feels right
OPINION: While this All Blacks squad is risk-taking of the highest order, it feels right.
Pedestrian hit on crossing in Dunedin
A 54-year-old woman was hit by a vehicle when walking across a pedestrian crossing.
Man who detained ex-partner for 11 hours to stay in jail after appeal fails
'I will slit your throat,' James Watson said while standing over her with fist clenched.
‘Creepy’ sign for Swiss football superstar defended
Banner aimed at Swiss superstar Alisha Lehmann draws flak.
One dead after Dunedin crash
The car rolled onto its roof after the single-vehicle crash on Huntly Rd.
Strong winds cause waves to cover road in Dunedin
Anderson Bay causeway is covered by waves caused by strong winds in Dunedin. Video / Otago Daily Times
Photos show heavy snowfall, apline roads closed in south
Southern regions in for more snow, and strong winds of up to 130km/h are forecast.
Sex blackmailer abused prison officer and will remain behind bars
Andy Junior Halliday was involved with a plot to extract money on promises of sex.
Samoan-Kiwi muso behind Manu Samoa rugby's official World Cup song
Lani Alo is the voice behind the Samoan rugby team's official Rugby World Cup song.
'No words right now': Football Ferns’ exit might top list of home heartbreaks
As the final whistle blew on Sunday, many of the New Zealand players seemed in a daze.
'Triple whammy': Gales, heavy rain, snow as 'blizzard-like' storm nears
MetService has issued a 'triple-whammy' of strong wind, heavy snow, heavy rain watches.
Man jailed for assault on pensioner at Botanic Gardens
Man off his anti-anxiety meds attacked pensioner in Dunedin Botanic Gardens.
‘I can’t eat’: Mystery illness ruins young woman’s life
The ex-fitness trainer wants her normal life back and is seeking medical help in Germany.
Who'll feast on glory after Football Ferns' deep south decider?
World Cup progression - and breakfast - on line in women's football round-robin dual.
'This chap has huge problems': Offender jailed for random attacks
Jayden John Lee Morgan committed a string of erratic, random crimes in the last few weeks.
Brutal assault on mother, 65, paused while she went to bathroom
Simeon McFadyen was 'spiralling out of control' on the day of the attack.
Drink driving teen dobs himself in to police
Two youths with blood alcohol well over the legal limit self-alerted police after crash.
Woolworths' new delivery service within the hour
The new Milkrun service will deliver what you need by scooter within an hour of ordering.
Revealed: Fifa's radical plans if weather turns ugly during World Cup in NZ
The only previous Women’s World Cup to be staged in winter was in China in 1991.
Man arrested after allegedly holding partner hostage
A 21-year-old man has been remanded in custody on an assault charge.
Northlanders sending winter warmth to South Island with citrus from Lions Clubs' campaign
Whangārei Lions clubs again collect tonnes of winter fruit for southern folk.
Suicide prevention service to double its services
Dunedin organisation providing life-saving care prepares to more than double its services.
Renowned sports broadcaster writes book about his life
John McBeth's book is amusing and entertaining.
'Scarred for life': Victims lash out at drink driver
A drink driver who ran a red light has left one of his victims 'scarred for life'.