Cash and release: Live crayfish bought from fish'n' chip shop returned to the sea
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Watch: Vegetation fire threatens buildings, closes state highway
Fire and Emergency have sent units to tackle the blaze sending smoke across road.
Nelson Hospital forced into lockdown following firearms callout
Man indicated to security staff outside nearby Nelson District Court that he had firearm.
Why this village has had a permanent boil-water notice since 1989
Dovedale rural water supply is one of the most glaring issues for Tasman’s council.
Explained: How today's big quake struck in a seismically ‘quiet’ area
One of the largest quakes of 2023 struck in an area with low known levels of activity.
Dopey dealer snoozes through drug bust
The man was oblivious to police activity, asleep on his couch.
‘Turning the sod’: Work on defence force facility begins
Andrew Little said the modern base showed the Government takes defence seriously.
'Perfect' baby dies following parents' gruelling IVF journey - but no one can tell them why
Central Otago couple speak about unexplained death of first child hours after his birth.
Queenstown gastro outbreak ‘very unusual’ - health official
There have been 15 confirmed cases of cryptosporidium in the tourist town.
Frustrated Queenstown residents felt sick 'weeks' before boil water notice announced
Locals took to social media to report potential issues with their drinking water.
Milford tourists willing to pay $110 access fee, says MOP
The access fees would only apply to international guests.
Cases rise to 15 in first gastro outbreak in Queenstown for 40 years
Queenstown Lakes District Council issued a boil water notice to residents yesterday.
‘Nasty surprise’ as hundreds of kilograms of meat thrown in public bins
A mystery meat dumper has been filling Christchurch’s public bins in recent weeks.
Electric blanket caused devastating Invercargill fire, leaving 10yo boy with severe burns
The fire is understood to have started in the boy's room.
Christchurch police investigating reports a firearm was presented at a member of the public
Police say they are yet to locate those involved.
Warm temperatures then wild weather to hit South Island
Parts of the South Island will reach 25C.
'No slavery in our chocolate': Chocolatier pledges support for South Pacific cacao
A Dunedin chocolate factory wants to put South Pacific cacao beans on the map.
'I was so shocked': Four rising stars win Six60 scholarship
Four talented Otago students have been chosen for an exclusive Six60 scholarship.
10 youths arrested after crime spree
The youth arrests have continued in Ōtautahi after burglaries and stolen car rides.
Queenstown residents told to boil water after sickness outbreak
About 20,000 people are estimated to be affected.
Man made to clean up mess after throwing beer cans in park
The man also received a court summons for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Mongols gang pad raided by police after reports of stabbing
It comes after Mongols descended on South Island for meet-up.
14-year-old steals four cars on South Island-wide joyride
He will appear in Dunedin Youth Court this morning.
'Very privileged': New York tax fraudster forced to sell luxury Kiwi vineyard
A judge said it was unfortunate Rath had 'crossed a line' by engaging in illegal activity.
'Inspirational': Drink driver becomes 'poster boy' for programme
Jonty Simi Waddell was four times the legal limit when he crashed his car into a house.
Thousands without power after 240km/h winds recorded, flights delayed, roofs ripped off, trees down
More than 10,000 people lost power overnight, Wellington Electricity said.
Gang member was riding with ‘swarm’ of motorcyclists when he crashed into oncoming car and died
Merc Maumasi-Rihari had received his patch only days before he was killed.
240km/h winds recorded, SH2 closed, roofs lifting, trees down, homes without power
High winds are also fanning a large vegetation fire in Canterbury.
Gusts of 130km/h forecast, orange heavy rain warnings
Gusts of 120km/h were recorded and today will be even windier.
Cold case murder: Could DNA tool finally nab Mellory Manning's killer?
The sex worker's body was dumped in the Avon River nearly 15 years ago.
Pressure in system creating inequality for patients
Cancer patients bearing the costs to have treatment in other regions.
'We didn’t care what happened to the car': Secrets of a reformed boy racer
'It’s like playing Whac-A-Mole,' one senior police officer says.
Weather: Damaging, strong winds to smash much of country this weekend
The weekend wind may cause damage to trees, powerlines and unsecured structures.
Stuck gumboot causes Dunedin crash
Two drivers were taken to hospital after the accident last night.