'I leapt into the air': 81-year-old stunned after winning Lamborghini
Cromwell local Ivan Fahey is the proud new owner of a Lamborghini Huracan.
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McCaws' mansion: All Blacks legend builds luxury home in Wānaka
Planning documents show the scale of the multi-million dollar riverside development.
'Special bloke': Wife of Sir Tim Wallis pays tribute
The Warbirds over Wānaka founder died yesterday, aged 85.
Warbirds over Wānaka founder Sir Tim Wallis dies
Aviation entrepreneur passed away surrounded by friends and family on Tuesday afternoon.
Teen performs CPR on victim in fatal crash
Riley Squires had never previously performed CPR but did not hesitate to jump into action.
Person killed after rolling car in central Otago
The man was found in a critical condition but couldn't be revived.
'Mistake has been made': Police breath test passenger instead of driver in left-hand drive car
A police spokesperson admitted the officer made a mistake.
Live: Snow falls as southern flooding mop-up gets underway
Landslides and heavy floodwaters have forced residents to evacuate.
Surface flooding in Invercargill as heavy rain sets in for South Island
Surface flooding has hit Invercargill as the South braces for heavy rain and snow.
'Thoroughly opposed': Resident survey slams controversial Otago airport plans
The Wānaka Stakeholders Group surveyed more than 600 locals on the issue.
Lambs that need cuddles
Clyde Primary School pupil Sophie Crane boasts an impressive seven years’ experience in looking after lambs. She says lots of cuddles are the key to a successful flock. Video / ODT
Potential new airport to serve Central Otago
Christchurch Airport will be releasing a round of new information on their project investigating the potential for a new airport to serve Central Otago. Video / Supplied
Bigger impact: Research shows likely effects of controversial Tarras airport
Animated flyovers released today show the impact Tarras airport would have.
3-2-1... bungy swing: AJ Hackett applies for consent to add to world-famous jump site
Commerical bungy pioneers want to add three-person swing across river.
Snow briefly closes Crown Range road
The first day of August has brought heavy snow to Central Otago causing the Crown Range road to close briefly around midday. Video / Otago Daily Times
Waka Kotahi opposes Central Otago housing plan
Transport agency cites climate change concerns and isolated location.
17 Spots for unbelievable stargazing in NZ
Star trek across Aotearoa at these stunning stargazing locations.
Polar blast: Freezing conditions, heavy snowfall in South Island
An estimated 20cm to 40cm has fallen in some areas
Euro vision: Sir Grahame Sydney hosts tour of Europe’s top art galleries
Legendary NZ painter to explain Van Gogh, Rembrandt and Monet on exclusive new tour.
Kiwi regional tourism bodies divided over call to stop Tourism NZ's domestic marketing support
From 'happy' to 'disappointed', RTOs respond to the cut.
'Thought it was a possum': Dozens of 'odd-looking' birds fall from sky
Fallen muttonbirds have reportedly been found in Southland, the Queenstown area and Otago.
Got kids? Put a smile on their dial in Central Otago
Grins are guaranteed on a one-week family holiday.
Fatal fence post skiing accident 'foreseeable', court hears
Sixty-year-old died after skiing into a post at the bottom of a ski run.
Power play: NZ wind energy gears up as investment builds
What's in the wind energy pipeline and who's behind the developments.
Central Otago vineyard: What went wrong, why IRD called liquidators
IRD wants $40,000, other creditors claim $97,000 from pinot noir specialist.
Plastering the Central Otago castle: yes or no?
"The fact that the place is unfinished adds to its interest and indeed to its uniqueness."
NZ's greatest living artist on his legacy, inspiration - and saying no to Elton John
Sir Grahame Sydney: 'I’m terrified I’m going to die soon'.
Central Otago vineyard falls into liquidation
Application to have liquidators appointed granted by High Court on Thursday.
Two killed among multiple crashes in the South
Emergency services busy with weekend of accidents in Southland.
Public indecency mix-up led to ‘terrifying’ confrontation
A man faced an angry dad after a toilet break was confused for something sinister.
We flew on the world's first 'winery airline': Here's what it was like
From limitless vino to private restaurants, this exclusive trip is a wine-lover's dream.
Queenstown helicopters near miss: Chopper pilot takes ‘evasive action’ to avoid crash
Incident happened just days before Gold Coast tragedy that claimed four lives.
Documentary marks anniversary of first Otago migrant ship
The first migrant ship from Europe arrived in Otago 175 years ago.
NYE fireworks blaze: People seen leaving US billionaire’s property in black Range Rover
Locals outraged over lack of apology for fire and question permission given for fireworks