New Zealand'What you'd expect from a 4-year-old': Councillor blasted over bad behaviourLee Vandervis says he doesn't need help with anger management. His colleagues disagree.27 Oct 10:00 PM
New ZealandNomads fatal gang stabbing: 'I'm not going to hurt you'A 'hiding' was ordered for Shayne 'Smiley' Heappey who owed a drug debt.27 Oct 03:04 AM
New ZealandStudent's fatal overdose: Medsafe to consider paracetamol sale restrictionsCoroner wants tighter sales restrictions on sales of the painkiller.26 Oct 05:02 PM
TravelPower Play in Waitaki: Trail through 75 million years of historyFrom Victorian charm to geological wonders, a road trip through Waitaki has it all.24 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain and strong winds to lash South IslandSevere weather warning in place as front forecast to move from southwest this afternoon.24 Oct 09:32 PM
New ZealandSummer in spring: The heat is on for parts of New ZealandTemperatures will be up to 12C above average in places - but don't get too comfortable.24 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandShearer jailed for cruelty to lamb following fatal bashingChristopher Tredinnick struck the lamb when shearing comb broke while he was shearing it.23 Oct 06:11 PM
RugbyBonus point win for OtagoNorthland embarrassed by Otago in the Mitre 10 Cup match in Dunedin.23 Oct 07:50 AM
New ZealandFamily indebted to unknown man who called 111 after accidentWhitebaiter plucked from sea by rescue helicopter but suffers heart attack during flight.22 Oct 05:56 PM
PoliticsCouncillor investigated after 'tirade' at deputy mayor'The behaviour was abusive, aggressive and lacked all courtesy', investigator finds.22 Oct 12:50 AM
New ZealandDunedin repeat sex offender refused parole until 'deviancy' properly treatedDunedin sex offender who attacked and violated a drunk pub goer will stay behind bars21 Oct 10:10 PM
New ZealandShips docked in Otago linked to firm that flew in crewTwo ships in Otago Harbour are linked to the company that delivered the infected seamen.21 Oct 12:13 AM
New ZealandChild hit by car near Queenstown schoolThe child was taken to hospital with moderate injuries.20 Oct 09:28 PM
New ZealandWoman stalked ex-landlord for nearly 10 yearsShe also sent him a key to her home via courier.20 Oct 07:59 PM
New ZealandBunny boom: 'Millions upon millions' of rabbitsUnrestrained breeding wreaks havoc on grazing farmland, marae grounds and gardens.20 Oct 05:50 PM
New ZealandDrought fears for South Canterbury farmersNIWA's latest hotspot report showed the driest soils in the South Island.20 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandAct may set up southern baseAll members of the new caucus would be regular visitors to the south.19 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandElection 2020: Our diverse 40 new MPsWho are they? They include our first African, Latin American and Sri Lankan MPs.18 Oct 04:45 AM
New ZealandHigh-profile Nat MPs Brownlee, Smith, Bishop set to lose seatsUp to 20 seats could change hands tonight, most - but not all - to Labour.17 Oct 07:23 AM
New ZealandWoman seen 'swigging wine' behind the wheel denies charges in courtThe woman was on a zero-alcohol restriction at the time she was stopped by police.17 Oct 12:49 AM
New ZealandStill searching for beloved pets Dice and Weed one year onThe black poodle and terrier disappeared from their Otago Peninsula home a year ago.16 Oct 10:01 PM
New ZealandElection Day weather divide: Mostly fine in North Island, rain in the SouthVoters can expect mostly fine weather in North Island; umbrellas, coats needed in South.16 Oct 07:30 PM
New ZealandPerson seriously injured after bull attackA St John spokesman says the person will likely be flown to Dunedin Hospital.15 Oct 01:59 AM
New Zealand'I'm really sorry': Man who pointed gun at copSenior constable thanked his assailant for the apology.13 Oct 06:35 AM
New ZealandCommunities split over free school lunchesFull list: Which schools will get free school lunches?11 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFree school lunches: Wellington and South IslandFull list: Who gets free school lunches in Wellington and the South Island.11 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I just couldn't move': Woman who broke back in Six60 balcony collapse on her recoveryBailley Unahi's back was broken in 2016 at a Six60 concert. Now she is flying.10 Oct 01:47 AM
New Zealand'Really concerning': More than 1 in 4 university students sexually assaulted'Concerning' rate of sexual assaults and rape among uni students in New Zealand.08 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMosgiel cafe cheesed off over Collins' no-showStaff were told to prep a plate of cheese rolls, but the guest of honour never showed.08 Oct 03:44 AM
New ZealandBrrr! Stranded after 4WD got stuck, couple cross freezing river naked to get outThey spent about two hours trying to dig the vehicle out but to no avail.06 Oct 09:05 PM
New ZealandWoman, 62, drives off with cheating boyfriend clinging to the bonnet, court hearsA six-minute phone call to police has wound up in evidence against her.06 Oct 07:42 PM
New ZealandLake Ōhau fire: Long road to recovery for devastated villageFires continue to rage in Mackenzie Basin after consuming 5500 hectares.06 Oct 05:44 PM
New ZealandBoy's narrow escape as tree crashes through campervan roofA decision made only minutes before accident saved a six-year-old boy from being crushed.06 Oct 04:00 PM
AirlinesPrevious owner buys back chopper firm from Ngāi Tahu HoldingsA Queenstown helicopter company has been sold back to its former owner.06 Oct 12:03 AM
