Dylan Owens positioned his body before launching both feet into the pelvis of a paramedic.

Partner knew what was happening so she's also liable, authority rules.

A Cromwell woman has been given a chance after being caught dealing methamphetamine.

He was getting fitter, eating better and saving money for a Crisco's Christmas package.

A person has died after a crash in State Highway 8, in Central Otago, this evening.

The offending was motivated by 'pure greed', the judge said.

Desperate dash for help after one person was killed in the swollen North Taieri creek.

After his wife had gone to work, Blair Norman Stewart climbed into bed with the victim.

A 'miracle' the man made it to safety.

Dunedin man takes responsibility for illegal car meet-up in Forsyth Barr Stadium carpark.

Severe weather watches and warnings and Harbour Bridge speed limits reduced.

Krishan Dick-Karetai was jailed for nearly seven years last week.

Health officials fear tonight's rugby test in Dunedin could become a superspreader event.

Pete Oswald knew he had been complacent about inherent risks.

Between 15cm and 25cm of snow is expected on State Highway 73's Arthur's Pass.

Wearing an eye mask, the victim thought her friend was patting her on the forehead.

Up to 12,000 residents in low-lying suburbs vulnerable to storm surges and liquefaction.

Boss told one worker he would arrange to cut off the man's limbs and harm his family.

Mostly subterranean house, known as The Sanctuary, rejected by commissioners.

The backlash was so intense the iconic show addressed it on its Facebook page.

The pup was found on the Otago Peninsula with tyre marks on its body.

Economist predicts where the downturn will hurt most - and how the blow will be softened.

Footage of the brutal attack has been labelled 'incredibly upsetting' by outraged parents.

Victim subjected to a slew of online abuse and fake stories.

Graphic video shows a defenceless pupil being repeatedly punched, kicked and shoved.

Luie Lagud's surgery today reportedly went well, giving family and friends some hope.

Man locked out of partner's property pleads with judge to allow him to get his horses.

Ingka Investments has been buying farming land in Otago, Southland and Hawke's Bay.

Creditors meet today to decide the future of Kurow-Duntroon Irrigation Company Ltd.

Pearce Buckley assumed the name of a Spiderman character while uploading abuse videos.