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East the place to be for a feast of New Year sunshine
New Year's Day is tipped to offer sunny weather for most of the country and some respite from the recent muggy, humid weather.
Police appeal after hit-and-run death
Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run in Manukau early today, which took the holiday road toll to two.
Less is more: The joys of being a minimalist
Rebecca Barry meets a group of New Zealanders for whom life means much more than material possessions.
Collision on runway narrowly missed
When an aviation security officer drove a vehicle on to the active runway at Dunedin International Airport at night in heavy rain ahead of a landing aircraft, the consequences could have been disastrous.
Couple abandon boat in rough seas off Fiordland
A couple were forced to spend a 'tough' night out in the open after abandoning their boat in rough seas off southern Fiordland.
Canterbury fires continue to burn
Canterbury firefighters continue to battle two major fires in the region, but both blazes are under control.
Massive fire still burning in south Canterbury
A massive blaze has engulfed the hills above Waimate in south Canterbury and tonight continues to burn.
Stretched firefighters battle two large blazes
Stretched Canterbury firefighters are battling two large scrub fires, one in Rolleston and one in Waimate.
Firefighters battle 120 hectare scrub fire
Firefighters are continuing to battle a 120 hectare scrub fire in Waimate, which has now spread into forest.
Weather Watch: Promising days ahead
Santa Claus is coming to town - and the weather is looking fantastic for his long ride down from the North Pole.
The fair cop
The festive season is a time of excess. But as the country’s top traffic officer Paula Rose tells Alan Perrott, there is little cheer in counting its cost.
Good Taste: Riesling Challenge
New Zealand's top winemakers will battle it out at the inaugural Riesling Challenge today.
Man dies in Otago power cut
The death of a man whose breathing apparatus stopped during a power cut has been referred to a coroner.
Students pay high price for freedom
Universal or voluntary membership? That was the question put to tertiary students in 1999 after the National Government passed a law insisting they choose how they should belong to their student association.
Hilton to open its first South Island hotels
Hilton Worldwide announces the signing of management agreements for two new properties.
Elton John to play in Dunedin
Dunedin's new stadium has attracted its first major singing act, with Sir Elton John set to perform late next year.