Woman dies after three-day delay for surgery to fix her broken leg
The 74-year-old's leg was broken after she was knocked over in a park by a dog.
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Storm disrupts flights around NZ: Heavy rain hits, temp plunge
While South Island gets battered, North Island in for a different forecast.
Dunedin bus hub stabbing: 14-year-old guilty of manslaughter
The jury took more than two days to come to its verdict.
Phil Gifford: Forget the bomb squad, Crusaders prove rugby should be beautiful
OPINION: There were tight derby matches and a spectacular blow-out.
‘Petty and extreme’: NZ pool champ suspended, excluded from World Games
The NZ Pool Association cited 'unsportsmanlike behaviour' for suspending the champion.
‘A woman dies every 48 hours’: Meet the dogs trained to detect cancer
These trained canines are key players in the fight against a devastating disease.
Hurricanes fend off Highlanders to put season back on track
The Hurricanes climbed off the bottom of the table with a much-needed defensive rearguard.
Hurricanes hang on for much-needed win over Highlanders
All the action from the Super Rugby Pacific clash between the Highlanders and Hurricanes.
Mayor encourages public protest at Napier Health Centre over overnight health care
Over 100 signed a health services 'Buller Declaration', and the mayor urged them to rally.
‘Most exposed I’ve ever seen it’: Swells uncover near-century-old shipwreck
Despite no crew perishing, a man died after a fall at the wreck a few months later.
‘He’s not picked’: All Blacks prop loses spot as Hurricanes get reinforcements
'They need to build into their season, starting now,' says coach Clark Laidlaw.
Society Insider: Beauden Barrett’s new side hustle; inside billionaire’s 40th bash
Plus, Thomasin McKenzie debuts boyfriend and Kiwi fashion designer with royal connection.
The rise of the influencer – and how NZ tourism operators are trying to cash in
Two of our four major cities have spent tens of thousands on social media influencers.
Self-defence or murder? Jury to decide 14-year-old alleged killer’s fate
'It was a David and Goliath situation,' defence argues.
Super Rugby team lists: Changes aplenty ahead of round five clashes
All the ins and outs ahead of the fifth round of the Super Rugby Pacific season.
‘Closely monitoring’: How is New Zealand responding to the threat of knife crime?
Last year saw 1639 incidents involving stabbing or cutting weapons.
Prominent Dunedin man pleads not guilty to sex charges
The man has been granted interim name suppression.
Teen adopted ‘gangster ways’ in lead-up to fatal stabbing at Dunedin bus hub, court hears
A forensic psychiatrist said the teenager adopted the mannerisms as a form of protection.
Exclusive photos: Brad Pitt spotted filming in Queenstown
The Hollywood A-lister has kept a low profile since coming into NZ for his latest movie.
Watch: Photo finish as Olympian and 15yo share 1500m glory in Dunedin
Sam Tanner and Sam Ruthe tied in the 1500m at the Dunedin championships.
Missing for nearly three months: Have you seen Joshua?
54-year-old Joshua has been missing since December 11.
‘Not here’: Is this town the nimby capital of NZ?
They have fought off windfarms and airports, and now they're against a gold mine.
Brad Pitt filming near Queenstown: Hollywood A-lister’s latest blockbuster under way
Town bustling with movie hype while megastar actor stays under radar.
Search for woman who failed to board flight stepped up
Police believe Penelope may have travelled to the Otago Peninsula area.
‘I feel horrible with myself’: 14yo recalls horror at realising he had stabbed older boy
The young defendant told the court he only intended to scare the older boy, not harm him.
‘I wanted others to see me as tough’: 14yo accused of Dunedin bus hub murder addresses court
The defendant told the court he began carrying a knife for protection from bullies.
Have you seen Penelope? Police searching for 65yo woman who failed to board flight
She was last seen on February 28 and police have concerns for her welfare.
Complaints over student’s clothing halts bus safety campaign
The local council said it did not take a position on any political issue.
T&G Global posts 128% profit growth despite $9.9m net loss
Apples the 'engine room for growth' for T&G Global.
Do you still need sunscreen in autumn?
'Don’t be fooled just because the temperatures can be lower,' warns one expert.
NZ music icon Martin Phillipps honoured in museum display
The acclaimed New Zealand songwriter died age 61 last year.
Summerset may ban non-residents receiving care in its hospitals
Summerset has 28 villages with hospital and resthome-level care.
‘We want parents to be alert’: Predator jailed for posing as child online
Police issue warning after man tricked kids into sending explicit content.