As the country braces for four days of atrocious weather, one person doesn't seem to mind.

Ideas raised to control cats aren't enough to do the job, ecologist Mark Bellingham says.

Up to a metre of snow to fall in alpine passes while down to sea level in the far south.

A girl who taught herself Russian has come ninth in the world in an online test.

New Zealand First has now set its sights on regional electorates, including Waitaki.

A delay could have a flow-on effect to an area of South Dunedin vulnerable to flooding.

Some might say the Kershaws are "lucky" to have their home, but luck never came into it.

Numerous cars rolling and sliding on icy roads have kept Southern police busy tonight.

Northlanders are set to be battered by gale force westerly winds today.

A Dunedin man has been charged with supplying home-brewed alcohol to young people.

Elisabeth Easther talks to the general manager of Camp Glenorchy.

Woman brandishing a pistol inside a dairy hot-footed within seconds of entering.

Police warn motorists of icy roads across Otago this morning.

Man "absolutely blown away" after winning $400,000 with Strike Four.

Older patients forced to sit on floor while waiting in eye department at Dunedin Hospital.

Police in Dunedin are hunting a woman involved in an attempted aggravated robbery

Good news for skiers with timely dump of snow on country's fields

Firefighters are trying to save a home from burning to the ground.

There were seven crashes, including one fatal smash, on New Zealand roads overnight.

Health and safety law is threatening access to traditional climbing sites.

Tina Weepu jailed for two years following attack that left 72-year-old blind in one eye.

A cyclist almost killed in a Queenstown hit-and-run is still recovering from her ordeal.

Trans woman charged with three armed robberies has been remanded to a men's prison.

A Canadian refused entry to New Zealand has complained of her treatment by border staff.

Beachgoers are being reminded to keep their distance from wildlife.

Man who rammed police car after months on the run has been jailed for nearly three years.

University of Otago fears Govt changes to tertiary education could result in free-for-all.

Possums seeking a mate are the main suspects in the skifield sabotage.

A central Dunedin street has been closed after several ice-related crashes.

Boy was standing near the edge of a narrow precipitous section of track when it gave way.