CrimeBurglar who helped police officer given lighter sentenceThe 39-year-old came to the aid of a policeman during an arrest.29 Mar 06:48 PM
New ZealandCaution over Anzac Day services and paradesCeremonies can take place but organisers are wondering whether anyone will attend.28 Mar 05:36 PM
New ZealandCovid rates in South Island schools increase as peak passes AucklandDaily case numbers reported by schools in Wellington are also up.28 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandMotorcyclist dies after crash in SouthlandThe circumstances of the crash are under investigation.28 Mar 01:11 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNo legs? No sweat - Amputation no setback for great NZ outdoorsmanFlesh-eating bug cost Ross Millichamp his legs, Kurt Bayer reports.22 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandAmmonia leak at meat-processing plant in SouthlandFire crews have isolated part of the building.22 Mar 01:20 AM
New ZealandTrainer seriously hurt by horse kick to the headWingatui thoroughbred trainer Graeme Mee will have to learn to walk again.20 Mar 05:27 PM
New ZealandMan shot by police in Invercargill remains in serious conditionThe man was shot by police yesterday after presenting a weapon to officers on SH1.19 Mar 09:10 PM
New ZealandCar wreck hoarder who 'couldn't stop' amassed 800 vehiclesRoger Dunnage collected up to 800 vehicles by late last year when neighbours complained.17 Mar 05:41 PM
New Zealand'You took my soulmate from me,' widow tells crash driverThe woman crossed double yellow lines in a no-stopping zone.17 Mar 01:04 AM
PoliticsJoy, relief and warnings as borders reopen after two yearsBorder reopening largely welcomed after 'desperate' times for business.16 Mar 04:00 PM
CrimeMan's secret double life as an 'abhorrent' sex offenderPeople thought John Huntly Watson was a good man. But he spent five years abusing a girl.15 Mar 05:08 PM
FootballFoot-brawl: Red-carded player decks goalkeeper, game called offPre-season friendly with visiting side from Invercargill descends into a free-for-all.13 Mar 05:13 PM
New ZealandCourier worker stole money she was meant to depositAshley Renee Hansen appeared in the Invercargill District Court for stealing $15,845.11 Mar 12:00 AM
New ZealandDunedin set to get new neurosurgeonFor several years, Dunedin has had only one surgeon.09 Mar 10:14 PM
TravelJust Bluffing: Where to find NZ's famous oysters this seasonIt's harder to find Bluffies on the menu this season but the chase makes them sweeter.09 Mar 04:21 PM
New ZealandGrandmother disqualified after admitting 'boy racer' chargeThe woman plead guilty to sustaining loss of traction.08 Mar 06:01 PM
CrimeMan who sexually abused boys jailedRyan Burrows must serve at least two thirds of his sentence before eligible for parole.08 Mar 05:45 AM
New ZealandInvestigation into vaccination failure affecting hundredsThe issue was due to the temperature the vaccinations were being stored at.07 Mar 09:00 PM
New ZealandDoubts over booster protection from Queenstown providerSouthern District Health Board is contacting 1571 people who may have been affected.07 Mar 05:34 AM
New ZealandMcDonald's drive-through sex act: You want a fine with that?His lawyer said the 71-year-old was disgusted with himself.02 Mar 09:25 PM
New Zealand'Appalled': Man exposed to Covid-19 by roommate at Southland HospitalThe hospital apologised for the distress it had caused.01 Mar 12:00 AM
New ZealandNo arrests yet in relation to 'targeted' shooting of Invercargill teensA 16-year-old was in critical condition and a 17-year-old seriously injured.24 Feb 09:12 PM
New Zealand'Stupid idea': Students plan Covid-positive party as hundreds contract virusThe students recieved a visit from police.23 Feb 07:03 PM
New ZealandMan and 16-year-old charged over school burglariesPolice executed a search warrant at an Invercargill address on Tuesday.23 Feb 06:46 PM
New Zealand'Very high' rate of Dunedin cases shocks epidemiologistOne in five Covid tests being taken in the city is coming back positive.23 Feb 06:02 PM
TravelHump Ridge: Long delayed Great Walk upgrade on track at lastThere is a lot of work to do, although the track has been welcoming walkers for decades.21 Feb 01:55 AM
New ZealandKaramea Highway reopening this week after work to clear 30 slipsThe town has been nearly completely cut off since February 9.20 Feb 08:16 PM
New ZealandCovid-19 in south: Virus has spread into all parts of Otago, SouthlandA case has been confirmed at the University of Otago and the polytech.20 Feb 07:21 PM
New Zealand'Racy and explicit': Kiwi doctor's YouTube videos banned by US school boardInfluencer Dr Mama Jones moved to NZ last year.19 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentTVNZ's Hadyn Jones: 'My kids are everything to me'The "everyman of NZ television" on his hard knocks, family, and being a good sort.19 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandLive: 1901 new Covid-19 cases as Omicron continues its surgeThat brings the number of active community cases across the country to 11,601.18 Feb 10:53 PM
New ZealandDozens of close contacts at Queenstown school after masks not worn correctlyThere is one confirmed case and two probably cases at the school.16 Feb 07:13 PM
TourismQueenstown in crisis: Resort town tipped to be closed by FridayChamber of Commerce chief executive Ruth Stokes says labour shortage will bite this week.14 Feb 06:55 PM
