'He is an animal': Ex-partner of now convicted serial rapist speaks
The woman says John Hope Muchirahondo just 'took what he wanted'.
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Opinion: Inside Dunedin’s historic hospital cuts protest with 35,000 angry southerners
OPINION: The people were angry – and they say Saturday's scenes are just the start.
Downpours to hit tomorrow as heavy rain expected throughout October
A weather system is set to douse New Zealand tomorrow, with more expected in October.
UN sends please-explain to NZ Govt over alleged Māori human rights breaches
The letter asks about alleged breach of human rights of Māori.
Detective's 'worst-case scenario': Serial rapist allegedly assaulted teen while under police investigation
Inside the police case that brought down a 'vile' serial rapist.
Calls for bird-terrorising cats to be contained to owner’s property
Cats are creating havoc amongst bird populations, Forest and Bird says.
Key documents about Dunedin Hospital build yet to be released
Locals have questioned the Government's assertion the cost could blow out to $3 billion.
South Island towns lose power after helicopter strikes transmission lines
A crop-dusting helicopter caused a power outage in Lake Tekapo and Albury this morning.
Paraglider flown to hospital after being critically hurt in fall
Emergency services rushed to scene after reports of fall from height.
Serial rapist found guilty of 17 charges after record jury deliberations
A jury has reached a decision on whether a Chch man is guilty of a raft of rapes.
Explained: The 'excessive red tape' behind Timaru meatworks closure
About 600 people could lose their jobs.
Proposed closure of Timaru meatworks 'pretty foreboding' – minister
'It's a wake-up call, we as a Government have got to take this seriously.'
'A bloody legend': Guide killed in avalanche living his best life, family say
Brett Evans, 38, was killed in an avalanche in Canterbury last week.
Three family-run businesses make a life-changing $57m
Based in Morrinsville, Ōamaru and Mangawhai, the owners have received huge sums.
Five hurt in Canterbury road crash; two helicopters fly injured to hospital
Hato Hone St John said five people were taken to hospital via road and helicopter.
Heartbreak in Kaikōura: Quad bike kills banded dotterel during hatch
The incident has conservationists calling for four-wheel drives to be banned from beaches.
Missing Kaikōura snorkeller found dead in water by rescue crews
The death will be referred to the coroner.
Sir Tim Shadbolt: How the voters fell out of love with the political heavyweight
Ben Tomsett speaks to old friends and political allies on a remarkable career.
Mayor of Dunedin supports protesters 'fighting' hospital cuts
Dunedin Mayor Jules Radich said residents have the right to be outraged.
'Bloody lied to': Fury in Dunedin as tens of thousands gather to 'fight' hospital cuts
Dunedin Mayor Jules Radich said residents have the right to be outraged.
Multiple people injured after boat sinks in Southland
Two people are in a serious condition and a third person is moderately injured.
'Extreme caution': Special warning issued for snow enthusiasts after series of avalanches
Two serious avalanches this week left one person buried and another dead in the south.
Grey council asks ministry to investigate dump above water supply
Grey district mayor: 'Who builds a dump above a water supply these days?'
'Gut-wrenching, heartbreaking': 600 Timaru workers face losing their jobs
Alliance Group plans to shut its South Canterbury freezing works by the end of this year.
TFE Hotels partners with Heritage to refurbish five hotels
More than 500 rooms in five hotels covered in new collaboration.
Anxious wait for meatworkers ahead of surprise meeting
Hundreds of Canterbury meatworkers anxiously waiting to find out if their jobs are safe.
'Heartbreaking': Kiwi mum on life after escaping Gloriavale
Pearl Valor, her husband and their five children left Gloriavale three years ago.
I bargained with God to save my daughter after sexual assault
Victim's mum told judge who was sentencing Kurt Balemi that he was a 'danger to society'.
Our daughter's future: Couple fight $1.7m property seizures linked to cannabis grow
Police found $153,000 in cash in couple's wardrobe. Now they've lost two homes.
Cafe allergy blunder leads to anaphylactic shock
In the worst reaction, the customer collapsed outside the café before being treated at ED.
Avalanche death: Victim named as Brett Evans, 38, remembered as 'loved friend'
It happened about midday yesterday near Mt Arrowsmith in Ashburton Lakes.
All-hands Alliance Timaru meeting 'not going to be about beautifying site': Meatworkers Union
Meat co-operative CEO won't comment.
Tech blackout: Methven has a 'meth' problem
Visitors keen to explore the town's 'natural highs' are coming up short.
ECan chair resigns after council car reportedly caught speeding 678 times
Scott's resignation takes effect Friday, when Craig Pauling will be acting chairman.