A generation of swimmers lost: Metro facility build continues
Proposed 10 years ago, the Metro Sports Facility is expected to open at the end of 2022.
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Drop-in sessions to ease tensions with community over Tarras airport plan
Christchurch International Airport plans to open an airport on 750ha of land near Tarras.
Elderly woman loses 10k in Facebook scam
She purchased vouchers for game website Steam and then sent the scammer the barcodes.
Truckie helps police nab teen in stolen car
The truck driver spotted police on the car's tail and helped slow the vehicle.
Arrowtown killer's release to come with conditions
The Parole Board agreed to the release of 48-year-old Jarrod Mangels earlier this month.
Plane crash believed to be caused by rabbit hole
A police spokeswoman said reports suggest the aircraft experienced a ''hard landing''.
Residents flee burning homes: 'We literally had seconds'
One house was destroyed and another was significantly damaged in the fire.
'In shock': Wānaka family loses everything in house fire
One of the family's dogs died in the fire.
'Frightening': Alarming number driving under the influence
Two dozen drivers are heading to court after being caught drink driving in the South.
Investigation launched, operations suspended after jet-boat accident
Emergency services were on the scene of the jet boat crash.
Woman who sold drugs to school pupils has appeal dismissed
The deals were generally coordinated by a 14yo girl who would contact Magon by text.
Google redesignates Dunedin central city
The Exchange has traditionally referred to a single block in Dunedin's CBD.
St Patrick's Day chaos in Dunedin student quarter
Police were kept busy overnight as thousands of partiers celebrated the occasion.
'I'm feeling good': Former Dunedin Mayor home after hospice care
Dave Cull was diagnosed with a tumour on his pancreas in October.
Reports on the death of Queenstown 'premature' - Tourism Minister
A recent survey found about 60 Queenstown businesses expected to close in three months.
St Patrick's Day student drinking 'worse than New Year's Eve'
All-day binge drinking and broken glass create a major headache for Dunedin police.
Safety fears for kids after car ploughs through fence
It was not the first time a car had accidentally ended up in Lisa Lindon's yard.
Family deported over food voucher scam
A Cromwell family has been ordered to return to the Philippines.
Urgent plea to Govt for skifield workers
Without the workers, some ski areas will not be able to operate at all.
Car catches fire on State Highway 1 near Dunedin
Emergency services were called to the scene, on the Kilmog, at 10.15am.
Jack Frost tipped to make appearance
Metservice says there is a possibility of light frosts in parts of Otago and Southland.
Swipe wrong: Tinder fail ends in police callout
A man tried to enter a home for what he thought was a Tinder date.
Do you want justice with that? Drama in Maccas drive-through
A Dunedin teen was not loving it when a quick-thinking cop foiled his escape plan.
Homeward bound: Wandering mates now in the dog box
Kunekune pig, Ginger, took his best friend, Ace the dog on a trip up Mt Cargill.
Jim Boult: Please stop bagging Queenstown and look at the reality
Opinion: Communities dependent upon tourism and hospitality are paying a hefty price.
Watch: Food truck catches fire near Queenstown
Helicopters were put on standby and five fire trucks sent after alarm raised.
'Monstrosity': Stoush over hotel sign in Queenstown
'We don't need to turn [the area] into Times Square — it's the thin edge of the wedge.'
Centenarian doesn't believe she's old
A Dunedin woman has survived five heart attacks but didn't want to be interviewed.
Partially amputated finger at Otago Polytech: Case back in court
The polytech was ordered to put $275,000 into improving health and safety education.
Benedict Cumberbatch's 'thank you' message to Kiwis
The actor spent lockdown in New Zealand with his family, including his elderly parents.
'Offensive' Dunedin flat sign back on display
The sign with the name of the flat was taken down at the end of 2019.
Blood test results ease fears over high lead levels in water
'It's not over yet but it's a good way down the track' - Southern DHB's MoH.
Man jailed for threatening to throw flatmate off cliff
Daniel Prattley appeared in the Dunedin District Court on Wednesday.
A third of Queenstown businesses 'won't make it to winter'
Bleak outlook for the next three months in New Zealand's hardest hit region.