New ZealandLucky Otago local wins $5 million Lotto Powerball jackpotThe winner is the 21st Powerball multi-millionaire of 2024.18 Dec 09:05 AM
OpinionAnaru Eketone: Equality has been for Pākehā first and foremostCalls for true equality grow as systemic privilege persists in NZ's institutions and culture.16 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Muggy, warm and humid': Heavy rain for upper North Island tomorrowMetService says rain is on its way, with possible good news for South Island firefighters.14 Dec 11:31 PM
New ZealandThe NZ region that uses the most methMethamphetamine use equated to an estimated weekly social harm cost of $34m.13 Dec 04:51 AM
KahuMāori dentist graduates as specialist, breaking 50-year gap at OtagoDr Jonathan Martin urges Māori rangatahi to pursue healthcare, saying 'Your cultural identity is your greatest strength.'10 Dec 10:13 PM
BusinessTodd Corp suspends dividendsBig international projects are failures, family empire says.10 Dec 07:57 PM
New ZealandGovernment's Kiwibank investor hopes and pay deductions for partial strikes | NZ Herald News UpdateThe Government intends to find investors for Kiwibank and plans for partial strikes pay deductions are being scrutinised. Video / NZ HeraldWatch09 Dec 06:15 PM
New ZealandBird flu update: 160k chooks to be killed after authorities say only one farm affectedThe high pathogenic bird flu detected on Otago farm last week. MPI says other farms clear.07 Dec 04:06 AM
New ZealandBird flu outbreak: No sign of highly pathogenic virus on second Otago farmAn Otago poultry farm euthanised 80,000 chickens after discovering the virus last week.05 Dec 09:34 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPete Hodgson: Dunedin Hospital project – the anatomy of a debacle and the warning for other regionsOPINION: Other regions please take note. Dysfunction might soon be coming your way too.05 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Stressful time for team': Poultry farm at centre of bird flu outbreak says cull happening fastIt comes as tests are due back today to see how widely the virus has spread. 04 Dec 07:04 PM
New ZealandSecond Otago farm placed under restriction over bird flu fearsThe chickens will be euthanised by CO2 containerised gas, an industry standard practice.03 Dec 09:49 PM
New Zealand'Heartbreaking': Australian farmer hit by bird flu sends warning to NZ'It could take months to replace hens,' Australian egg producer warns.03 Dec 07:09 PM
New ZealandAoraki/Mt Cook search on hold and Sevu Reece discharged without conviction | NZ Herald News UpdateThe search for three missing climbers on Aoraki/Mt Cook remains on hold and Sevu Reece has been discharged without conviction following an incident at a Cup Day party last year.Watch03 Dec 06:16 PM
New ZealandCourt a 'sad occasion' for woman pleading to crash that killed sisterThe group had travelled to Wānaka that morning for a day of sightseeing.03 Dec 06:08 AM
New ZealandBird flu outbreak: Don't eat raw eggs, experts warnThe MPI has confirmed 80,000 birds will be culled at an Otago farm.03 Dec 04:34 AM
New Zealand'It's really quite scary': Ground zero at Otago chicken farm bird flu outbreakProcess under way to cull 80,000 chickens on Otago farm. 02 Dec 10:32 PM
New Zealand80,000 chickens to be culled as bird flu spreads to second shedThere is no indication the H7N6 virus has spread beyond the farm. 02 Dec 06:42 PM
New ZealandWhat you need to know after bird flu found on Otago chicken farmWe’ve heard a lot about H1N1. Should we be worried about this other strain?02 Dec 06:31 PM
New ZealandFirst case of high pathogenic strain of bird flu found on Otago egg farmMinistry acting quickly after H7N6 detected on farm in Otago.02 Dec 02:21 AM
New ZealandWhat lies beneath: A small NZ town harbours a classic underwater secretHow did a classic car end up anchored on a submerged bridge in this idyllic lake?01 Dec 05:18 PM
New Zealand'Otago is still a very, very good place to be': Student leader says scarfies thrivingHousing and the cost of living remain key issues for Otago's students.01 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMultiple injuries in Otago crash that has closed State Highway 1Two are injured and one is in a 'serious condition' following a single-vehicle crash.01 Dec 03:09 AM
New Zealand'Swept under the carpet': Mothers horrified after daughters shot at school with BB gun'You expect your child to be safe at school.'28 Nov 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEric Crampton: Health officials' unhealthy McDonald’s obsessionOPINION: A fast food fiasco shows some health officials are out of control.27 Nov 07:35 PM
BusinessWānaka McDonald’s: Council to weigh pros and cons in new restaurant rowPotential hoons and garbage concerns for some locals in fast-food proposal.24 Nov 07:38 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe $3b Dunedin Hospital saga: Broken promises, blown budgets and southern outrageThe figure was absent from the review cited by ministers Reti and Bishop.23 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSportWhat about the horses? Racing organisers jockey for the punters' dollarSouth Island sports wrap: Cup Week, 2000 play Pasifika league-fest, a cricketing dynasty.19 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandMore arrests as police target Comancheros in drug supply investigationThis brings the total number of arrests to 31 for the operation.14 Nov 03:57 AM
TravelCentral Otago set to be home to NZ’s largest distilleryThe company hopes it will boost the local economy through employment and tourism.13 Nov 01:10 AM
SportDunedin rugby player receives four-year drugs banCustoms intercepts package: Rugby player caught with banned substances.11 Nov 09:18 PM
TravelHow to make the most of 48 hours in Central OtagoNo dilly-dallying - there’s a lot of ground to cover.09 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandFormer finance minister dips into own pocket for Otago Uni scholarshipsGrant Robertson is funding seven new scholarships worth $49,000.07 Nov 11:40 PM
New ZealandWho is getting into medical school? New study sounds alarm over diversificationAffirmative action policies have had less success in lifting enrolments of poorer students07 Nov 04:00 PM
