Hostage victim watches killer jailed for life: 'I was going to give him the fingers and wave.'
Zakariye Hussein’s first victim from 10 years ago makes brave court appearance.
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Family of critically injured dog walker express their gratitude to community
The man remains in hospital fighting for his life.
Person seriously injured after two-car crash near Mt Hutt
The incident occurred about 2pm.
Hokitika teenager arrested for supplying MDMA
The arrest follows the execution of search warrants in the area this morning.
Mystery of missing albatross eggs may never be solved
DoC says it may never crack the case of Dunedin's missing albatross eggs.
12yo son's tribute to 'loving, caring mum' as stranger jailed for her murder in street
Mental health patient killed a stranger on a street.
Unsolved disappearance: Police search new areas in 23-year mystery
Police believe there are still people who can help solve the case.
Heavy rain watch, possible thunderstorms for Canterbury, Southland
Particular rain watches are for Timaru, Kaikoura Coast and Dunedin.
Father of 14-year-old admitting to 48 charges seeks help for son
The father said he is wondering 'how things got to this point'.
Tenants evicted from council property amid housing crisis
A Queenstown couple are furious they’re being evicted from their council-owned cabin.
Fast food outlets without power after car crashes into powerbox
Emergency services are currently at the scene.
Residents to turn out for stem cell donation swabs to save 8yo's life
There are only three international matches for the girl, all of whom are too far away.
Fatal stabbing: Man who murdered stranger as she walked home to be sentenced today
The mental health patient killed a woman 10 years after going on a stabbing rampage.
Rod Stewart announces Dunedin show
Fans of Sir Rod Stewart have had to wait a long time for him to come back to Dunedin.
Queenstown resorts bursting at the seams
More than 12,000 people are expected to pour in this weekend.
'Absolute despair': Mum's grief after ambulance officer killed in crash; 61yo woman in court
When she was told by police her only child was dead, she let out a 'silent howl'.
Social worker 'misappropriated' vouchers and food parcels meant for hungry families
The woman also stole supermaket vouchers which were destined for struggling families.
‘Unsophisticated’ shoplifter hits Dunedin stores
'We know who she is ... It won’t be unsolved,' police say.
West Coast celebrates as visitor spend returns to pre-pandemic levels
International visitors are back as are new attractions and sweet treats.
Opinion: Don’t overthink repeat offender crackdown
OPINION: The burden is falling heavily on those of us who aren’t criminals.
Inquest hears double killer's risk to public not properly assessed
Corrections in spotlight after convicted murderer killed again.
Boy, 14, admits 48 charges following Christchurch crime spree
During the youth's second appearance on the matter, 28 charges were dropped.
Dog-walker allegedly stabbed following exchange of words about motorist’s driving
The teen allegedly stabbed the dog-walker multiple times early on Monday morning.
NZ Cup Day racegoers offered refund, but asked not to claim it
Canterbury Jockey Club has appealed to racegoers to help the club during financial strain.
Kaikōura fights for new post-quake identity
The town was rocked by the 2016 quakes, but two projects aim to start a new chapter.
Old Christchurch cinema set for renovation
Hollywood Sumner owners plan three 48-seater luxury cinemas and a bar.
Hospital patients left without flushing toilets
The water at Princess Margaret Hospital was switched off on Tuesday for pipe repairs.
Rare, royal visit as king penguin goes walkabout in Southland
It's strictly formal attire for this big bird's day at the beach.
18-year-old charged with allegedly stabbing dog-walker in Christchurch
It comes just days after the victim was critically injured in a Christchurch park.
'Disgraceful': Senior lawyer takes female interns to bars and sex shop
‘I promise not to bite. Well not hard,’ he said in an email to a junior colleague.
Police continue investigation into Hokitika teen Layk Scowen’s death
Police were called to an address after the sudden death of an 18-year-old last Friday
‘I pulled the wool over them’: Double killer tells Coroner
Double killer: I am a piece of scum that s*** on everyone that trusted me.
Dunedin Motorway crash death 'extremely upsetting'
Dunedin Motorway is closed to traffic on SH1.