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'Deeply unwell': Inpatient threw boiling water in mental health worker's face
Derive McNeill has since thanked the man for working in the mental health sector.
Police launch investigation after unexplained death in small Canterbury town
Emergency services were called yesterday afternoon.
'Sustained campaign of terror': Man created 'graphic and repulsive' porn to blackmail women
One victim says finding her images on 'disgusting' websites will haunt her forever.
Wintry blast: Temps to plunge near freezing, rain, hail, late-season snow to lash south
If you're in Queenstown, be prepared for chilly 1C overnight temperatures tomorrow.
Mama Hooch case: Appeal for rapist brothers moved to July 2025
The High Court will not hear the appeal for rapist brothers until next year.
'It was just wild': Human ashes found in stranger's shed
Knox had just moved into her rental when she stumbled across a peculiar-looking box.
'He was really cold': Man describes rescue of pilot who ditched plane in Tasman Bay
They were looking for him for 10 minutes – then someone saw something bright in the water.
What about the horses? Racing organisers jockey for the punters' dollar
South Island sports wrap: Cup Week, 2000 play Pasifika league-fest, a cricketing dynasty.
Kiwi workers lose jobs as billion-dollar firm quietly shifts production to US
AG1 was marketed as ‘made in NZ’, but an investigation reveals it’s mostly made in Utah.
'I’m not going to have my son': Grieving dad reeling after diver killed by great white shark
The victim has been described as 'an amazing boy' who loved fishing and diving.
Coroner closes case of jockey killed in horror race crash
Megan Taylor died during a horse race in 2022. There will be no inquest into her death.
Man arrested in Ōamaru after high-powered laser pointed at rescue helicopter
Police called it 'incredibly irresponsible and dangerous'.
Murder accused bought one-way ticket to China just days after Yanfei Bao disappearance
Acccused killer had bought a ticket to China before arrest at Christchurch's airport.
Pike River 14 years on: Decision over criminal charges looms
Police confirm they are working with Crown Solicitor on prosecution case.
Liam Napier: Highs, lows, and lessons from Razor's first season
OPINION: Robertson's All Blacks are improving but are yet to convince of their status.
'I find solace in the memories': Yanfei Bao's partner speaks at emotional funeral service
The trial for the man accused of killing her continues.
Meet the South Island school taking on the world in flag football
St Andrew's College Preparatory School's flag football team are off to Florida.
Sparky's apology after tradie electrocuted 'too little, too late' for grieving partner
Builder Craig Johnston died after being electrocuted in 2020.
Judge criticises woman for doctoring bank statements used as evidence
The woman was trying to hide her true financial position during Family Court proceedings.
This is our sixth house on the same street: Couple’s multi-million-dollar ‘box with a pool’ for sale
Award-winner the latest in a long line of homes they have owned or rented on loved street.
Queenstown Marathon: Everything you need to know
More than 12,500 runners will participate in today's event.
South Islanders pay whopping $75m for Auckland’s trendiest food court
It's the second biggest commercial property deal this year.
I ditched Auckland and moved to a small South Island town after encounter with TV chef
Emma Gillard opened up to Jo Seagar. It was the best decision she ever made.
'Easy sales are not there any more' - liquidator of Chch real estate office
Head office had terminated arrangements with agency for non-payment of fees - liquidator.
Kayaker's courage a 'major factor' in rescue of Manawanui crew
Lui Nifo paddled out to help with the rescue after the vessel hit a reef, the NZDF says.
Yanfei Bao: Memorial service to honour a 'beautiful life'
A public memorial service will be held for the real estate agent next week.