Man on trial for Queenstown stabbing says it was self defence
The jury trial for Jack Harrington, of Nelson, began yesterday.
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The Russian sailor, secret supermarket meeting & cocaine buried in rubbish bags
Three men face seven charges relating to cocaine, MDMA and money laundering.
NZ councils' infrastructure spend could erode credit ratings -S&P
NZ councils' infrastructure spending could erode future credit ratings, S&P says.
Roading rage: Frustration as key projects 'will not get over the line'
"Frustrations are at bursting point" as regions around NZ wait for critical upgrades.
Fledgling cannabis company has wings clipped by NZX
Medical cannabis company with a chequered past "not suitable" for stock exchange listing.
Neighbours of freedom campers say homelessness now the biggest problem
There's a new trend in freedom camping, and it's not driven by tourists.
Man dies after being trapped under house bus
The man had been working on the house bus at his property.
ASB Regional scoreboard: How is your local economy coping?
A table ranking regional economic performance reflects the two speeds of the recovery.
Mayor cancels screening of Covid vaccination video
'Misinformation and conspiracy theories are circulating' - health expert.
Music to the ears: Crowded House's nationwide tour back on this month
Something to sing about: Crowded House's "To The Island" tour is all go.
'I'm still shaking': 7.1 quake rattles houses and nerves
The early morning quake left many shaken - and some fleeing to higher ground.
Freedom: Beached trawler finally refloated
The Remus ran aground on the South Island's southern west coast on Thursday.
Summer is ending, but will the good weather stick around?
Find out what your last days of summer will look like.
Anniversary long weekend stunner on way for northern New Zealand
It's good news if you like sunshine.
100-year-old Nelson dress circle mansion hits the market
The house at 54 Brougham St was built between 1913 and 1918.
Canterbury Country prepares for Hawke Cup defence
Country and Nelson both have strong squads for big match.
Summer scorcher: Temperatures set to reach 36C in south this week
Temperatures could be 12C above Christchurch's average for this time of year.
Boys' schools ask parents to pay more in voluntary donations
'Boys get the priority', says McAuley High School principal Jan Waelen.
The best and the worst: Who's had the most sunshine so far this year?
Good day sunshine? Some towns and cities have enjoyed 50 per cent more sun than others.
Bacon company found as source of listeria contamination
The ham products were recalled from stores last month.
Wiggle room for The Wiggles: Ardern finding 'practical solution' to band's MIQ woes
Ardern is looking for ways to ensure the children's performers can play in NZ.
Lower speed limits on state highways frustrate locals
Significant chunks of NZ's state highway network are no longer 100km/h zones.
Leigh Hart: A laugh over beer and chips
Comedian Leigh Hart talks through his journey to becoming a beer and chips magnate.
Nelson Port ship fire: Blaze extinguished after six appliances called to scene
Firefighters attend a ship fire at the Nelson Port.
Endless views and blue skies: Michelle Langstone's summer getaway
In Nelson, 'it feels as if the sun is on you, no matter where you go'.
Government commits $36m to projects to enhance waterways
The projects are being launched in the second quarter, and will create 413 jobs.
From Wet Jacket Arm to Hoon Hay: The many strange names of New Zealand
There are 50,519 place names in New Zealand. Some are rather odd.
Air care: Taking to the skies with the Flying Doctors
The service is getting busier - and more expensive to run.
All aboard: Kiwi boat sales soar as Covid keeps us home
New figures obtained by the Herald show 18 fatal boating accidents every year.
'I just sat with the body and cried': Wife dies in husband's arms in Christmas Eve cycling accident
Kana Hirose, 50, died on December 24 after a freak fall on the isolated Great Taste trail.
Thunderbolts and lightning? A mixed bag for Aotearoa weather as 2021 sets in
How is the first weekend of the new year looking in your area?
'Bitter pill to swallow': Fruit growers lose entire crop in hailstorm
Motueka fruit growers say millions of dollars of fruit is ruined after the hailstorm.
Sunny Sunday morning, then rain, hail, thunderstorms possible
The Bay of Plenty is the area at greatest risk of hail storms this afternoon.