A Queenstown base jumper is lucky to survive a 30m fall after crashing into a rock face today.

A teenage girl who fought off a shark was lucky the animal only gave her an "exploratory bite", an expert says.

Summer has ground to a spectacular halt in a number of regions over the past week - is it going to get even worse?

Tuatapere has created a unique walking track with a difference, says Andrew Stone.

Jacqui Madelin delves into the historic Riverton coast.

Parents on remote Stewart Island say the bureaucrats are not making their quest for an early childhood teacher any easier.

A short-sharp barrage of rain and hail pummelled Invercargill today leaving the city looking like a scene from mid-winter.

Former Prime Minister Helen Clark has been enjoying an active holiday.