Why football legend George Best's NZ contract was scrapped
Revealed: The contract clause stoush that scuppered George Best's planned stint in NZ.
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Seven of the best short Queenstown walks for autumn
There’s nothing to warm the cockles like a brisk walk round Wakatipu.
Government makes new pay offer to police
It comes after police rejected their last offer which was labelled 'insulting'.
Two dead after Sth Marlborough crash - SH1 closed, motorists face long delays
The crash is causing lengthy delays for motorists heading away for the long weekend.
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Easter exodus: Commuters facing major delays, 3 dead in South Island crashes
Traffic is worsening across the motorway network as people head away for the long weekend.
'Heartbreaking' crash in Cromwell kills one
The crash involved two trucks and a car, and happened near the Cromwell Gorge.
Polar jet stream: 6m swells, snow near Queenstown, rain to lash North Island over Easter
MetService advises holidaymakers and locals to keep an eye on weather alerts this weekend.
Holiday turnaround: Australian chain gets holiday park lease
Lease is for 48 years, land is classified as sensitive, across the road from beach.
Man jailed after paying women in Asia to see their children dance naked
He was caught with thousands of images and videos of child exploitation material.
Super Rugby Selections: ABs return to bolster squads
The team lists for round six of Super Rugby Pacific have been announced.
Kiwi trampers wanted for safety survey as incidents stubbornly high
Currently one in 203,703 trails end in disaster.
One dead following three vehicle crash near Cromwell, stretch of SH8 closed
The crash happened on State Highway 8 just before 7am.
Otago University to trial effectiveness of ketamine in treating depression
The university is seeking 60 patients to trial using ketamine as an anti-depressant.
Kickboxer 'devastated' after winning fight leaves mate in intensive care
Opponent and friend weighs future in code after Balclutha bout.
Watch: Large fire in Christchurch engulfs two vehicles, sends smoke across city
Police said the fire was being treated as suspicious.
'Kiwi language turned up to 11': Gloriavale members' unique speech explained
Gloriavale accent in spotlight as three-part documentary series airs on TVNZ1.
No body, no gun: Killer David Benbow claims 'miscarriage of justice'
Former prison guard was found guilty of murdering his childhood friend Michael McGrath.
'Just awesome': Missing man's miracle survival after two-week bush ordeal
Family have shared details of Jon Ellison's incredible journey through the bush.
$8m mansion deal done ‘well into the night in jeans and jandals’
Agent posts details of Christchurch trophy home sale.
Central Otago bunny hunt called off for another year due to fire risks
Following the last three cancellations of the annual event, its future is up in the air.
Boats can't be blamed for dolphin deaths: Sailing commentator
Peter Montgomery has questioned whether dolphins were ever put in danger.
Focus: Microplastics in Southern Alps air
For the first time, airborne microplastics have been detected in the scenic foothills of the Southern Alps. Video / NZHerald
One dead after crash in Aranui, Christchurch
Police were called to the single-vehicle crash on Hampshire St at 9.46pm on Sunday.
Scott's John Kippenberger on company strategy
The departing CEO believes in getting company strategy right.
Centuria: Lower threshold, new direction into storage, residential
New directions, new ways of looking at property: How Centuria NZ is handling the downturn.
'Best day in SailGP': Black Foils win in Christchurch
A wild weekend has come to a crowd-pleasing conclusion for home fans.
'Might affect future events': Coutts threatens SailGP return after dolphin saga
The opening day of racing was cancelled after a delay due to a dolphin on the course.
Chronic pain rarely improved by surgery, academic says
Studies have shown little evidence for performing surgery on people with chronic pain.
Lotto's $12 million Powerball prize not struck
No Powerball win tonight - but are you $500,000 richer?
Disabled mother says disability cuts are ‘devastating’
The mum of two children with severe ADHD says parenting as a disabled person was not easy.
Invercargill councillors weigh in on mayor's ‘train wreck’ interview
Invercargill councillors are not impressed with Mayor Nobby Clark.
Person dies in house fire south of Christchurch
The person's body was found at the scene by emergency teams.
Person dies in North Otago single-vehicle crash
Emergency services responded to the crash about 9:30am.
'Disdain and disrespect': Woman who stood with her back to judge sent to prison
'Yesterday when I asked for an apology you doubled down on your disrespect.'