'Like pea brown soup': Once pristine lake closed after algal bloom
The algal bloom is caused by increased nitrogen and phosphorus levels in the catchment.
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Neighbour tried to extinguish fire with garden hose
Four people were in the residence when the fire started but all of them were unharmed.
Broadcaster Marcus Lush chases Invercargill City Council seat
The 55-year-old has lived in the south for 18 years.
Calls for Port Otago chief to resign
Out of 310 staff, 12 had taken early retirement and nine people had been made redundant.
Covid-19: Foreign fishing crews meant to isolate onboard ships
One in every 10 of the mostly Russian crew tested positive for Covid-19.
'Forgotten victims' of mosque attacks call for more support
Those who didn't suffer physical injuries are not eligible for ACC support.
'He failed to keep children safe': Gloriavale principal stood down amid child abuse investigation
Faithful Pilgrim did not secure the safety and wellbeing of learners, leavers tell.
South Island's only tigers set to make first public appearance
The 4-year-old big cats were transferred from Australia Zoo.
30 years on: Woman's recovery after head impaled in horrific crash
On June 17, 1990, Mell Marshall was in a single-vehicle crash in Dunedin.
Demand up 200%: City mission struggling under Xmas pressure
The mission's food supply is rapidly dwindling in the face of overwhelming need.
Fire at Verkerks factory shop in Christchurch
A fire investigator would be at the scene this morning to determine the cause.
Housing market going through the roof at holiday hot spot
A property in Akaroa sold for $1 million above its rateable value.
Dunedin city councillor fails in legal battle over $12 parking ticket
Lee Vandervis was ticketed for exceeding the half-hour time limit where he had parked.
Hit the road Jack: How to avoid South Island Christmas traffic chaos
A new NZTA tool shows predicted traffic flow based on last year's travel patterns.
Mistakes made in electric shock incident - WorkSafe NZ
One worker was shocked when a 11kv line came into contact with a live 33kv line.
Found: Ex-Gloriavale member missing for a week
Concerns were raised after Peter Faithful went missing on December 12.
Person critically injured after car crashes into pole in Christchurch
Traffic management is in place at the intersection of Harvard Ave and Main South Rd.
Warning after 'tussle' with group of cyclists
The man received a warning from police for disorderly behaviour.
Man's jaw broken as street violence continues in Queenstown
The attack is the latest in a string of violent incidents that have local police worried.
'Our world has changed': Queenstown tourism landscape in for a reset
Queenstown Lakes District councillor John MacDonald writes about Queenstown's future.
Fatal crashes leave scars in memory
Sergeant Tony Woodbridge has spent 27 years in the police.
Caregivers warned over supplying minors with alcohol
Queenstown's and Wanaka's populations increase exponentially over the holiday period.
Mystery monolith pops up at Christchurch adventure park
The latest addition to a Christchurch park has people scratching their heads.
Where to eat, drink and stay in Christchurch
Boutique shopping, independent eateries and a few tequilas after dark.
Thrilling win secures top spot for country cricket team
Southbridge-Leeston's win means they will spend Christmas break at the top of the table.
Parents killed in helicopter crash to be farewelled on Wednesday
Funeral on Wednesday for the couple killed in a helicopter crash during a family day out.
A Moment In Crime Podcast: Tragedy in the hills - the mysterious death of polo star Lauren Biddle
Episode 14 of Herald podcast A Moment In Crime focuses on the death of Lauren Biddle
Otago graduation threats: Accused 'wanted to surpass mosque attacks'
The 22-year-old woman appeared in the Auckland District Court today.
Lighting up Shands Rd with rock music for Christmas
The display has animations, trains and carnival rides, all synchronised to rock music.
Rockfall prompts closure of cave entrance on Christchurch's Sumner beach
The entrance to the well-known cave has been closed.
Woman in court over Otago University grad ceremony threats
An arrest has been made after graduation ceremonies were targeted.
Vegans gobble up plant-based turkey in Christchurch deli
A vegan deli in Christchurch has pumped out nearly 2000 'Furkeys' this year.
Bigger than Fischer v Spassky: Chess club boosted by The Queen's Gambit fans
The club has had to add an extra social event to keep up with demand.
Arthur Taylor denies drug, dishonesty charges
The high-profile inmate has pleaded not guilty to a slew of serious charges.