Power poles drop ‘like dominoes’
It's thought a vehicle hit one of the poles, which fell and dragged the two others down.
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Photos show heavy snowfall, apline roads closed in south
Southern regions in for more snow, and strong winds of up to 130km/h are forecast.
'You have taken my joy': Man who killed baby girl sentenced to jail
Daniel Wallis admitted killing 5-month-old Hope Elizabeth Wallis McFall-Schultz in 2022.
'Triple whammy': Gales, heavy rain, snow as 'blizzard-like' storm nears
MetService has issued a 'triple-whammy' of strong wind, heavy snow, heavy rain watches.
Thief jailed for 'impulsive and directionless' offending
A Southland man is responsible for a spike in burglaries from August 2021 to June 2022.
'Serious failures': Radiologist misdiagnosed cancer, still works
A male radiologist who failed to identify cancer in a scan still works in Southland.
'The weather is going to go downhill': Northland and Auckland in firing line
Heavy rain to hit top of the north from Thursday evening, and there's snow down south.
Rescued children: Boy, 8, given day off school as he recovers from night lost in bush
Father relieved after nightmare night searching for kids lost in remote bush.
‘Hell of a relief’: Father speaks out about son’s frightening night lost in Southland bush
The kids got about three hours of sleep as it "bucketed down" overnight at the campsite.
Mum rages against unmasked gang members in hospital ICU
A mother is still angry gang members were able to move around a hospital unmasked.
17 Spots for unbelievable stargazing in NZ
Star trek across Aotearoa at these stunning stargazing locations.
Supplier's new lease of life after H & J Smith closure
Successful supplier announces it will open a new stand-alone Invercargill shop.
‘Despicable’: Man posed as charity trainer to get discount on puppy
Blair Vining's widow appalled by the attempted deception.
Invercargill civic leader quits role after woman complained he blew on back of her neck
"I couldn’t be any more sorry. It looks bad. There wasn’t any bad intent..."
Judge finds tikanga relevant in vaccine refusal sacking
Employment Court case could have ramifications for the entire public service.
Polar blast: Freezing conditions, heavy snowfall in South Island
An estimated 20cm to 40cm has fallen in some areas
H & J Smith's closure: 21 key questions answered
The retailer has formulated key questions it says people are asking about its closure.
‘Vile’ sex offender gets 10 years’ jail for ‘harrowing’ attacks on young girl
Ross Bigham's 'constant and relentless' assaults continued for seven years.
'Fear grips me': Ukrainian woman's plea to Govt after fleeing to NZ, losing husband
She fled to NZ after losing her home to Russian occupiers twice.
Gore Mayor Ben Bell and councillors apologise to CEO, will work together
Gore District Council CEO and elected members have agreed to put their differences aside.
11 men with gang connections face attempted murder charges
The arrests relate to two drive-by shootings and other serious assaults
Public transport discount for under-25s hits snag
Train and bus passengers have been enjoying half-price fares since last year.
Gore council throws out petition to oust CEO
A petition with 4858 signatures was calling for Stephen Parry to leave his post.
Gore council divide: CEO speaks out over bullying allegations
Rift between NZ’s youngest mayor and chief executive means they no longer talk.
Councillor boycotted retreat over charges against Gore mayor’s assistant
Shanna Crosbie forged a doctor's signature to access prescription opioids.
Hotel changes city's skyline with Invercargill's first roof-top bar
Langlands is fresh, bright and contemporary, with touches of luxe.
Name suppression for woman who lied about crashing boat at Lake Wakatipu
Woman decided to 'suck it up' and take the blame until her employers found out.
Nurse who was punched and bitten wanted the patient punished...
The judge did the opposite, despite the victim's plea.
Two die, one critically injured in crashes at opposite ends of NZ
State Highway 14 in Wheki Valley is expected to remain closed for some time.
Psychologist says John Beckenridge wanted to punish ex by taking son
He has been described as 'controlling, coercive and running out of options'.
Mother believes missing son overseas under new identity
Fiona Lu believes her ex John Beckenridge cared too much about her son Mike to hurt him.
Pensioner fleeced of $134k strikes settlement with bank
Two women believed to be involved are already in jail, the Herald understands.
Police praised for shooting knife-swinging criminal who tried to hijack passing cars
'The man then ran at the officer swinging his knife': Police praised for defending public.
'It was them': Woman adamant she spotted missing boy and stepdad overseas
A witness describes her mad dash to tell police what she saw.