Housing market spluttering back to life after sleepy January
Housing market shows some promise but has much work to do after sluggish summer.
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Fast-track bill: Shane Jones fires up over 'Nimbys' hobbling the economy
Aquaculture projects will be among the first in line for consents.
From vines to fencelines: Old vineyard posts find a new home on-farm
Repost has been repurposing vineyard fence posts for the past four years.
Millions needed for fix: Marlborough town at great risk if stopbanks fail
Risk to human life means $9 million repairs are necessary, says councillor.
Judge hits alarm button over looming end to courts' alcohol and drug screening service
But a provider says it will put them in line with other courts around the country.
'A tough time for all concerned': Dry conditions hit South Island farmers
Rural Support Trusts to make sure farmers have the support they need.
Ex-gym coach admits 32 more charges of sexual offending against young girls
The total number of offences he has admitted is now more than 60.
Closures, delays on major highways planned for next few weeks - NZTA
A suite of roadworks will disrupt travel throughout major highways.
'Crack on and keep pushing' the key for Waikato swimmer on Cook Strait crossing
Edgar hasn't let himself be pigeonholed by dyslexia.
Super Sun-day: ‘Significant jump in temperatures’ on way
There’s more hot air on the way, especially for some South Islanders, MetService says.
'I was forced to keep a really big dirty secret' - Ambulance officer's abuse finally revealed
Former Blenheim ambulance officer Roger Haack was convicted of indecent assault.
Indevin confirms wine bottling move, redundancies, pledges help to workers
Decision made after purchase of Villa Maria led to search for new bottling operation.
Bullied health worker says Worksafe findings were like 'having a knife twisted'
"Very poor workplace culture": 11 people reported inappropriate behaviour by the manager.
January consumer spending up, hospitality spending drops
Data from Worldline shows a slight lift in consumer spending in January.
Close call for vineyard as fire crews contain 25ha grass blaze in Marlborough
The blaze had a 'minimal impact' on Yealands Estate Winery's productive vineyard.
Repeat drink driver caught drinking can of beer while behind the wheel
Wayne Gardner just isn't getting the message that he can't drink and drive.
Foodies say 'cheese' as NZ festival heads north
It's a unique opportunity to relish in NZ's tastiest artisanal cheese scene.
How is the rest of summer looking? Forecasters take a long look at El Niño
The latest Niwa Weather outlook is out - and it's a mixed bag.
Major holiday hot spots in for a warm and wet New Year's Eve
Main New Year's Eve hot spots are in for downpours.
Best things to do in Picton
It's the last stop in the South Island, but it's worth a visit, says Elisabeth Easther.
Blenheim Gymnastics Club 'shocked and appalled' by ex-coaches sex offending
It said the club’s primary concern at this time was the wellbeing of the victims.
Blenheim gymnastics coach and sex offender Gregory Pask pleads guilty to nearly 30 charges
Police believe there may be more victims.
'Extensive damage': Severe storm hits Wellington, multiple injuries, thousands without power
Thunderstorms to bring heavy rain, hail and damaging gusts to east of North Island.
Five classic Kiwi campgrounds for summer
Load up the chilly bin and head to these superb sites for your summer break.
'Cheap politics': Labour fires back at Nicola Willis over ferry budget blowout
Labour finance spokesman Grant Robertson sheds more light on KiwiRail's ferry conundrum.
Two out-of-control scrub fires keep South Island crews busy
A large vegetation fire is burning on the Port Hills, near the tunnel to Lyttelton.
Victims' lives destroyed by Thomas Hutt's violent, sexual offending
The ongoing offending had laid waste to the victims' lives.
Adore gin? Experience Marlborough's new Distillers Cottage and Gin Shack
Introducing Marlborough's newest Gin Shack and Tasting Room.
Retirement giant fined $37k after widow complained of husband's dementia care
Failure to make a sensory room available was the heart of the case, heard twice.
The business tycoon who quit Auckland to transform a South Island town of 900 people
'I fell in love with Reefton, because it is as a town used to be.'
Scott Watson appeal can include new expert evidence, court rules
Scott Watson has always denied murdering Ben Smart and Olivia Hope in 1998.
Gas station forecourt rapist appeals case
Lawyer Ethan Huda said the trial judge's comments caused an unfair trial.
Why Forbes 30 under 30 star returned home to Blenheim
She started her first company at 17, now she's dedicating her career to help startups.
‘It’s not all profit, profit, profit’: Sir George Fistonich launches new winery
The Croatian word for guardian, custodian or watchman - used for the new winery's name.