'I had no control': Skier caught in avalanche he triggered at Coronet Peak
Pete Oswald knew he had been complacent about inherent risks.
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Snowy start to school holidays expected
Between 15cm and 25cm of snow is expected on State Highway 73's Arthur's Pass.
Terrified women campers told by man he was there to help
Wearing an eye mask, the victim thought her friend was patting her on the forehead.
Climate change: 'Managed retreat' for South Dunedin
Up to 12,000 residents in low-lying suburbs vulnerable to storm surges and liquefaction.
Bakery owner forced to sell house to compensate abused staff
Boss told one worker he would arrange to cut off the man's limbs and harm his family.
Anti-mandate protesters outnumbered by counter protesters
A march opposing government control, Three Waters and vaccine mandates was outnumbered.
Beyond the boulders: Kiwi beach named among world's best
You'll instantly know but might not be able to name the beach on world's best list.
Lake Wanaka $20m mansion consent refused
Mostly subterranean house, known as The Sanctuary, rejected by commissioners.
'PC BS': Country Calendar's latest episode cops online criticism
The backlash was so intense the iconic show addressed it on its Facebook page.
Sea lion pup killed in hit-and-run
The pup was found on the Otago Peninsula with tyre marks on its body.
NZ recession 'almost certain' - independent economist
Economist predicts where the downturn will hurt most - and how the blow will be softened.
Trio involved in serious assault at school expelled
Footage of the brutal attack has been labelled 'incredibly upsetting' by outraged parents.
'He thought it was funny': Porn actress abused online
Victim subjected to a slew of online abuse and fake stories.
'You won't ******* snitch aye?' Footage of brutal attack at school 'incredibly upsetting'
Graphic video shows a defenceless pupil being repeatedly punched, kicked and shoved.
'Just come back': Friend's plea to comatose Picton crash survivor
Luie Lagud's surgery today reportedly went well, giving family and friends some hope.
'Get your property and get out of there' - Judge
Man locked out of partner's property pleads with judge to allow him to get his horses.
Overseas forestry investment company intends to be a good neighbour in NZ
Ingka Investments has been buying farming land in Otago, Southland and Hawke's Bay.
North Otago irrigation firm owes more than $50 million
Creditors meet today to decide the future of Kurow-Duntroon Irrigation Company Ltd.
Man guilty of possessing 11,000 objectionable files
Pearce Buckley assumed the name of a Spiderman character while uploading abuse videos.
Undies stuffed with meth: Sentence reduced on appeal
'Very, very angry' Marcus Forde was kicked out of two gangs for his drug use.
'Dangerous and unlawful': Landlord ordered to pay tenant $25k
Man rented out the basement of a property, despite having no consent from council.
Editorial: No need for two covered stadiums in south
Surely, the occasional visit south is not too much of a handicap for Cantabrians.
Police locate driver safe and well of submerged vehicle
Only when the car is located and retrieved from the water would police be able to confirm.
'Taking a hammering': Polar Plunge delayed over access issues
There is no safe way to access the beach due to recent severe weather.
Queenstown one of the 'worst-affected stations' in national review
The resort's not allocated one of the rapid response vehicles being rolled out.
Queenstown rejoicing as snow brings relief to businesses
The wintry blast late last week was celebrated in Queenstown.
Jilted boyfriend broke in and sucked on ex-girlfriend's neck
Shay Mauger defied bail and crawled into his ex-girlfriend's house, getting into her bed.
'Another bloodbath': House prices slump again in May for sixth straight month
New data from REINZ shows house prices sank further in May.
Tornados strike coastal town - 41 warnings as wild storm batters NZ
With 41 weather warnings and watches across NZ, forecasters warn of a stormy night.
Wild weather: Flooding threatens homes, 21,500 lightning strikes in 12 hours
Tornadoes are possible and winds could damage trees and power lines, forecaster warns.
Tornado rips through home; risk of more as wild weather lashes NZ
"It lasted 30 seconds but that 30 seconds was absolutely terrifying to say the least."
Rape complainant's friends gave accused an ultimatum
Jahmin Mauna McNeill-Hulme (24) is on trial on seven sex charges against three women.
'Four days of unstable weather': Electrical storms, gales, snow to sea level
Forecasters expect the storm to linger to the middle of next week.
'Devastated': Kiwi doctor dies in paragliding accident in France
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade is giving assistance to the family.