New ZealandCampervan rolls in NY Eve crash: Three people injuredEmergency services have rushed to the scene.31 Dec 01:32 AM
New ZealandNew Year weather warning: Heavy rain for parts of the southMetservice has issued a heavy rain watch for parts of the South Island.30 Dec 10:46 PM
New ZealandDHB fails to end use of outdated mental health practice223 mental health patients were placed in seclusion by the Southern District Health Board.30 Dec 07:53 PM
New ZealandWellingtonian Michael Baker pleasantly surprised with MNZM award for epidemiologyThe epidemiologist's advice informed the government's decision to go into lockdown.30 Dec 07:47 PM
New Zealand'A huge fright': Near drowning spurs call for care on waterA teenage girl nearly drowned while using inflatable floats on the Clutha River.30 Dec 07:32 PM
New ZealandPolice warn campers as heavy rain set to hit for New YearThree days of forecast heavy rain prompt police warning to holidaymakers.30 Dec 06:17 AM
New ZealandPair killed in Southland motorcycle crash namedEmergency services were called to the crash on the Riverton-Wallacetown Highway on Monday.29 Dec 09:51 PM
New ZealandEmergency services ask for vigilance at New Year events in the SouthPolice expect "a degree of mischief" but hope people make the right choices.29 Dec 08:11 PM
New Zealand'If in doubt, don't go out': Otago harbourmasters urge caution on the waterA surge in boat sales could mean less experienced people on the water, harbourmaster says.29 Dec 07:15 PM
New ZealandSold-out festival go-ahead was down to the wireOrganisers did not know until the morning of the event whether it would go ahead.29 Dec 07:02 PM
New ZealandI shouted out loudly: 'It's us!': Oamaru Lotto winners plan to make a difference"I told my children and everyone started crying. We just couldn't believe it."29 Dec 06:28 PM
New ZealandLotto Powerball $18 million: North Otago family wins bigThe $18.25 million Powerball prize is the second-largest of 2020.29 Dec 02:05 AM
New ZealandNight on the GnTs, then crashing into a bushA Dunedin man knocked back five gin and tonics before crashing his BMW into three cars.29 Dec 12:01 AM
New ZealandFirst-time cherry spitter wins Cromwell competition"I just found out about [the competition] this morning and thought 'I know how to spit'."28 Dec 07:39 PM
New ZealandThe killer wave for surfers 100km from the seaAn industrial designer is trying to make the biggest standing wave in the world.28 Dec 07:19 PM
New ZealandQueenstown gyms feel the loss of international travellersExpiring work visas and a dearth of international tourists is taking a toll on gyms.28 Dec 07:02 PM
New ZealandPolice involved in 88 crashes in a year in Southern districtIn a 12-month period, more than $3.5 million was spent on repairing damaged vehicles.28 Dec 06:49 PM
New Zealand'Terrible tragedy': Search for diver takes emotional tollA 23-year-old man died while free-diving at a popular Catlins snorkelling spot on Sunday.28 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHoliday road toll climbs to six after man and woman die in truck and motorcycle crashThe deaths bring the Christmas/New Year holiday road toll to six.28 Dec 05:30 AM
New ZealandConcern at Otago's 'devastating' road tollOne resident is calling for a road safety rethink after a "devastating" series of deaths.27 Dec 07:28 PM
New ZealandPowerball $18 million win: Small town abuzz after drawThe winning ticket was purchased from New World Waitaki, in Oamaru, North Otago.27 Dec 06:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNZ's fatal drowning rates shame – the most deadly beaches revealedKiwis urged to take precautions before entering the water this summer.27 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleVet with a festive name on call for Christmas"Animals don't choose when to get sick," says Clutha vet Marcus Yule.26 Dec 08:19 PM
New ZealandTeen dies in hospital after crash near BalcluthaThe teen was critically injured in a crash near Balclutha at the start of this month.26 Dec 08:08 PM
New Zealand'Did not want to fight': New mum jailed for stabbingHariroa Williams has been jailed despite having a month-old baby at home.25 Dec 09:15 PM
PremiumPremiumBlack CapsTop 10 cricket grounds: Best places in NZ to watch cricket this summerThe top three picks might just surprise you.25 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristchurch man killed in Otago crashTwo helicopters attended the crash, as well as police, fire crews and St John.23 Dec 11:23 PM
New ZealandRetailer sells own boat to customer as demand soarsMarine and Motorhome Dunedin owner Garry Hornby said he had "nothing left" to sell.23 Dec 08:19 PM
New ZealandRacism 'well and alive' in NZ - commissionerThe Race Relations Commissioner has condemned two recent racist attacks in NZ.23 Dec 06:19 AM
New ZealandMan's jaw broken as street violence continues in QueenstownThe attack is the latest in a string of violent incidents that have local police worried.20 Dec 08:50 PM
KahuTurbulent childhood no barrier for Whangārei scholarSkyla Anderson-Wynn will study law as well as arts and commerce at university next year.20 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'MDMA has ruined things': Drugs end singles partyA drug overdose and a coward's punch have ended an annual Otago party after 10 years.19 Dec 12:56 AM
CrimeKiller sentenced for fresh assault, 9 years after beating man to deathMark Carruthers has pleaded guilty to assault with intent to injure and wilful damage.18 Dec 08:31 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely needless': The part of NZ with the worst road toll in a decade"It's tragic ... These are people that won't be there for Christmas."18 Dec 06:09 PM
