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Former Mongrel Mob boss Chad Puru's death will be referred to the Coroner
Death of Chad Puru, former Mongrel Mob boss, not considered suspicious. police say.
Holiday horror: Woman pinned by husband's reversing caravan
It was a holiday horror for one couple after a woman was pinned by her own caravan.
'Age is just a number': Meet Queenstown's teen business owner
Kasey Bonn is likely one of the youngest business owners in New Zealand.
Dead in the act: Moth mating aftermath stuns Otago
Breeding is the ultimate goal, resulting in 'massive frenzies'.
Live: Severe thunderstorm alert for NI, new slip, crash blocks Coromandel highway
Electrical storms will light up northern skies today as our sodden summer continues.
One person seriously injured after alleged stabbing in Motueka, man in police custody
The alleged stabbing happened in Rowling Loop, Lower Moutere about 4 this afternoon.
‘Beautiful son’: Family mourn teen victim of fatal crash
Rangiora 15-year-old who died on New Year's Eve was 'much loved', his family say.
Youth crime: How shopping malls, mental health and broken systems played a part
Teenagers have fallen foul of the law in spectacular ways this year.
NZ company develops pilotless planes to fight bushfires
World-leading move converts planes to drones for work in tough conditions.
Former Mongrel Mob leader’s body found in burned-out car
Chad Puru, 55, was found dead in North Canterbury on Tuesday.
Multiple airsoft gun incidents in Christchurch as cars, pedestrians shot at
The spate of shootings was in the city's northwest.
Arrest over alleged attack on Dunedin handcyclist by e-bike rider
Woman riding handcycle kicked by e-bike rider on Dunedin cycle path.
Man found dead in North Canterbury named
Chad Puru, 55, was found dead on Tuesday morning.
Festival still going ahead despite weather risks
Nelson is among New Zealand cities currently under wet weather warning.
The Canterbury farming town where police continue to investigate a discovered body
At this stage, the person's cause of death is being treated as unexplained.
The sea lion who came to tea: Dunedin family's beach picnic crashed
If you go down to the beach today...
NYE fireworks blaze: People seen leaving US billionaire’s property in black Range Rover
Locals outraged over lack of apology for fire and question permission given for fireworks
ICYMI: Paul Henry - why Scott Watson’s conviction for Sounds murders ‘is an affront to me’
Opinion: The conviction of Scott Watson is infested in doubt.
Sounds murders: Scott Watson’s dad speaks out on appeal evidence, Paul Henry’s column
Chris Watson hopes Court of Appeal hearing in May will finally clear son's name.
Rhythm and Alps taught us why security matters most
Wanaka was impressed well before the fireworks display signalled midnight.
US billionaire’s controversial Arrowtown New Year's fireworks spark large fire
Angry locals had petitioned against tycoon's extravagant pyrotechnics plans.
New Year’s Eve fatal crash: Car rolls in rural Canterbury
Emergency services initially responded to the crash at 7.55pm in Sefton.
'Deep passion': Antarctic conservationist receives medal for services
Nigel Watson has dedicated over two decades to conservation work in Antarctica.
Nelson man seriously injured after shooting, police open investigation
The man was taken to hospital with what appeared to be gunshot wounds.
How to spend 48 hours in Ōamaru, Waitaki
From fine dining to natural wonders, there's far more to this region than Steampunk.
Kids' TV veteran on New Year Honours list
Janine Morrell-Gunn has made children's content for New Zealand screens for over 35 years.
Weather: North of country swelters in 29C heat
Holiday hotspots are the place to be right now and into the new year.
Moa bones surface at London auction
The dodo, pre-historic mammoth, and Irish elk also feature in sale.
'I want my dog back': Owners grieve as police shoot pet during manhunt
The dog attacked a police dog and its handler, who later required medical treatment.
Person critical after Christchurch crash
Serious Crash Unit is investigating the crash at Riccarton Rd/Hansons Lane intersection.
Busy times for Wanaka camping grounds over New Year’s
Up to 1800 people are set to be at Glendhu Bay Motor Camp for New Year’s Eve.
Man killed in Christmas day canoe accident bought the boat as a surprise gift
Veron Chand was with his seven-year-old daughter when the boat capsized.
Largest cruise ship of season arrives in Dunedin, passengers enjoy city
The Ovation of the Seas sailed into Otago Harbour and berthed at Beach St wharf.