Controversial irrigation scheme 'will hold farmers to account'
Critics of the scheme are worried about nitrate levels and drinking water.
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Second suspicious fire in South Otago grandstand
The blaze was reportedly almost identical to one set on the grandstand seating on Friday.
Christchurch's most deprived areas shown in new socio-economic data
Burwood, Riccarton and Spreydon have the highest level of socio-economic deprivation.
Two South Island towns lose Kiwibank services
Paper Plus Cromwell and Alexandra will close their Kiwibank agencies on May 31.
Christchurch homicide: A crime spree, a stabbing and an arrest
More details have emerged about the man accused of murder in Christchurch on Saturday.
Body recovered from Clutha River
A concerned member of the public alerted emergency services yesterday afternoon.
Flyer back on track after 8 years for southern rail tour
The Flyer ran as a heritage train attraction between 2003-2013 from Kingston to Fairlight.
Mercury falling: Autumn chill sets in for the South Island
Otago woke this morning to the chilliest start of the year so far.
Police cop $24.3m repair bill to 9000 cars over 6 years
Police have spent more than $24 million on repairs to damaged cars since 2015.
Killed in own home: Partner of slain man shares her heartbreak
Victim an ex-Mongrel Mob member: 'Nobody deserves to be taken this way.'
A treehouse for grown-ups: Could this be NZ's coolest hideaway?
But wait, there's more - a swing bridge, a hot tub, sauna and adult-sized swings.
'My heart is screaming for you' - Partner of slain Christchurch man pens tribute
A man is charged with murder after an alleged stabbing in Christchurch.
Woman killed in suburban Wellington, man charged with murder
A woman's body was found at a property in the Wellington suburb of Mt Cook.
'Anzac spirit': True origins revealed in new NZ book
Historian argues Gallipoli wasn't the birth of close Australia-NZ soldier relations.
David McPhail on Muldoon, Gadsby, and why Ardern would be tough to satirise
Kiwi comedy pioneer David McPhail reflects from his rest home bedroom.
Hefty fine for company behind chemical spill that killed hundreds of fish
Regional council estimated up to 1000 fish died along 6km stretch of Mt Somers waterway.
Crash that killed sisters: Accused teen driver's name revealed
Teenage sisters Tayla and Sunmara Alexander died in the November 2019 crash.
Woman denies killing partner found buried in backyard
The woman accused of murdering her partner and burying his body has been back in court
Chris Lynch: Framing debates as left or right is pointless
It's a shame people can't contribute to meaningful discussions without framing debates.
Dog rescued from house fire in Kaipoi
Emergency services were called to the fire on Cridland St Thursday afternoon.
Banks Peninsula farmer facing second-driest year in a century
"Apparently we're not in a drought. I'd hate to see what a drought's like."
Moment marriage proposal on scenic bridge was secretly captured
It was a Facebook post that alerted the couple to the existence of the photos.
Paraglider above weight range before fatal crash
The overseas pilot was conscious after the accident but later died of injuries.
'Beyond disgusted': Man spotted exposing himself to public
Police received a report after the man was spotted on Sunday.
'It's a one size fits all': Mixed feelings from southern health bosses on DHB overhaul
All of the 20 District Health Boards will be replaced by one national health body.
'Farmers need help': Plea for support as dry conditions continue in Canterbury
A farmer says government support for the sector may soon be essential.
'Not acceptable': review reveals how dead animals ended up in water reservoir
Three cases of water-borne diseases were reported by people who visited Akaroa.
Cock-a-doodle-don't! Rowdy urban rooster told to pull his neck in
Feathers ruffled after neighbours cry foul.
'My personal information': Privacy concerns over Christchurch billboard cameras
A privacy lawyer says they add to the narrative people are increasingly being watched.
8000 hay bales on fire, crews battling blaze in Canterbury
A Fire and Emergency NZ spokesman said they were called to the blaze at about 6.23am.
Live: Tearful reunions as transtasman travel bubble opens, PM thanks Kiwis
About 400 quarantine-free weekly flights will arrive at and depart from Auckland Airport.
Vaccine confusion: Teacher aide mistakenly receives text
"At first I thought it was spam".
Employer reveals vaccine delay for staff working in MIQ and hospitals
Karen has been trying to arrange vaccinations for her small team for about five weeks.
CHCH City Mission's $10m upgrade focuses on transitional housing
A three-storey complex, accommodating 15 people, will form part of the redevelopment.