New ZealandRescued children: Boy, 8, given day off school as he recovers from night lost in bushFather relieved after nightmare night searching for kids lost in remote bush.16 Jul 11:38 PM
New Zealand‘Hell of a relief’: Father speaks out about son’s frightening night lost in Southland bushThe kids got about three hours of sleep as it "bucketed down" overnight at the campsite.16 Jul 03:40 AM
New ZealandMum rages against unmasked gang members in hospital ICUA mother is still angry gang members were able to move around a hospital unmasked.10 Jul 09:48 PM
Travel17 Spots for unbelievable stargazing in NZStar trek across Aotearoa at these stunning stargazing locations.07 Jul 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailSupplier's new lease of life after H & J Smith closureSuccessful supplier announces it will open a new stand-alone Invercargill shop.06 Jul 04:45 AM
New Zealand‘Despicable’: Man posed as charity trainer to get discount on puppyBlair Vining's widow appalled by the attempted deception.05 Jul 06:46 PM
New ZealandInvercargill 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..."05 Jul 06:09 AM
New ZealandJudge finds tikanga relevant in vaccine refusal sackingEmployment Court case could have ramifications for the entire public service.03 Jul 06:45 PM
New ZealandPolar blast: Freezing conditions, heavy snowfall in South IslandAn estimated 20cm to 40cm has fallen in some areas01 Jul 11:08 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionH & J Smith's closure: 21 key questions answeredThe retailer has formulated key questions it says people are asking about its closure.30 Jun 05:17 AM
New Zealand‘Vile’ sex offender gets 10 years’ jail for ‘harrowing’ attacks on young girlRoss Bigham's 'constant and relentless' assaults continued for seven years.27 Jun 06:32 PM
New Zealand'Fear grips me': Ukrainian woman's plea to Govt after fleeing to NZ, losing husbandShe fled to NZ after losing her home to Russian occupiers twice.24 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandGore Mayor Ben Bell and councillors apologise to CEO, will work togetherGore District Council CEO and elected members have agreed to put their differences aside.21 Jun 08:18 AM
New Zealand11 men with gang connections face attempted murder chargesThe arrests relate to two drive-by shootings and other serious assaults14 Jun 07:03 AM
New ZealandPublic transport discount for under-25s hits snagTrain and bus passengers have been enjoying half-price fares since last year.13 Jun 08:14 PM
New ZealandGore council throws out petition to oust CEOA petition with 4858 signatures was calling for Stephen Parry to leave his post.13 Jun 07:59 AM
New ZealandGore council divide: CEO speaks out over bullying allegationsRift between NZ’s youngest mayor and chief executive means they no longer talk.08 Jun 11:21 PM
New ZealandCouncillor boycotted retreat over charges against Gore mayor’s assistantShanna Crosbie forged a doctor's signature to access prescription opioids.08 Jun 05:30 AM
TravelHotel changes city's skyline with Invercargill's first roof-top barLanglands is fresh, bright and contemporary, with touches of luxe.07 Jun 08:00 PM
New ZealandName suppression for woman who lied about crashing boat at Lake WakatipuWoman decided to 'suck it up' and take the blame until her employers found out.07 Jun 06:52 PM
New ZealandNurse who was punched and bitten wanted the patient punished...The judge did the opposite, despite the victim's plea.06 Jun 06:44 PM
New ZealandTwo die, one critically injured in crashes at opposite ends of NZState Highway 14 in Wheki Valley is expected to remain closed for some time.01 Jun 10:14 AM
CrimePsychologist says John Beckenridge wanted to punish ex by taking sonHe has been described as 'controlling, coercive and running out of options'.31 May 06:37 AM
New ZealandMother believes missing son overseas under new identityFiona Lu believes her ex John Beckenridge cared too much about her son Mike to hurt him.29 May 02:00 AM
New ZealandPensioner fleeced of $134k strikes settlement with bankTwo women believed to be involved are already in jail, the Herald understands.28 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice 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.24 May 11:26 PM
New Zealand'It was them': Woman adamant she spotted missing boy and stepdad overseasA witness describes her mad dash to tell police what she saw.23 May 11:51 PM
New ZealandElderly man accused of groping girls when they were childrenTwo women have come forward to claim a man groped them in a van when they were children.23 May 12:55 AM
TravelGo to Wānaka, do not pass Go! Holiday spot lands place on famous board gameSee you later, Park Lane.22 May 09:01 PM
New Zealand'Do not deserve my love': Concerning texts from boy who vanished with stepdadThe pair have been missing since March 2015 and haven't been seen since.22 May 01:21 AM
PremiumPremiumConstruction123-year-old southern retailer H & J Smith closing three stores, 220 jobs lost'The Smiths are such humble people. They’re some of the most experienced retailers in NZ.'17 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandBell of the brawl: NZ's youngest mayor survives no confidence voteThe future of the council had been hanging in the balance.16 May 04:40 AM
New ZealandGore council fight: Tension mounts ahead of this afternoon's showdownCouncillors to vote on motion of no confidence in NZ's youngest mayor.15 May 09:49 PM
New ZealandCouncil staff ‘extremely unprofessional’ towards Bell at times, says board chairGore Mayor Ben Bell has been called on to resign.15 May 09:29 AM
