He was getting fitter, eating better and saving money for a Crisco's Christmas package.

A person has died after a crash in State Highway 8, in Central Otago, this evening.

The offending was motivated by 'pure greed', the judge said.

Desperate dash for help after one person was killed in the swollen North Taieri creek.

After his wife had gone to work, Blair Norman Stewart climbed into bed with the victim.

A 'miracle' the man made it to safety.

One dead after a ford crossing turned into a nightmare.

Judge orders burglar to pay $1000 to clean up toilets after break-in spree.

Dunedin man takes responsibility for illegal car meet-up in Forsyth Barr Stadium carpark.

Health officials fear tonight's rugby test in Dunedin could become a superspreader event.

Pete Oswald knew he had been complacent about inherent risks.

Between 15cm and 25cm of snow is expected on State Highway 73's Arthur's Pass.

Wearing an eye mask, the victim thought her friend was patting her on the forehead.

Up to 12,000 residents in low-lying suburbs vulnerable to storm surges and liquefaction.

Boss told one worker he would arrange to cut off the man's limbs and harm his family.

A march opposing government control, Three Waters and vaccine mandates was outnumbered.

You'll instantly know but might not be able to name the beach on world's best list.

Mostly subterranean house, known as The Sanctuary, rejected by commissioners.

Economist predicts where the downturn will hurt most - and how the blow will be softened.

Footage of the brutal attack has been labelled 'incredibly upsetting' by outraged parents.

Victim subjected to a slew of online abuse and fake stories.

Graphic video shows a defenceless pupil being repeatedly punched, kicked and shoved.

Luie Lagud's surgery today reportedly went well, giving family and friends some hope.

Man locked out of partner's property pleads with judge to allow him to get his horses.

Ingka Investments has been buying farming land in Otago, Southland and Hawke's Bay.

Creditors meet today to decide the future of Kurow-Duntroon Irrigation Company Ltd.

Pearce Buckley assumed the name of a Spiderman character while uploading abuse videos.

'Very, very angry' Marcus Forde was kicked out of two gangs for his drug use.

Man rented out the basement of a property, despite having no consent from council.

Surely, the occasional visit south is not too much of a handicap for Cantabrians.