Party drug capital: Top city for MDMA use in NZ revealed
Wastewater testing finds the centres flush with meth, cocaine and mollies.
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Cat controls: 'We need to do better'
Forced registration and desexing are part of a petition to get moggies under control.
A man with a blackened face, a hatchet and an unlikely story
Police find Timothy Wilson sitting in a car with no number plates, and discover much more.
Prolific burglar's early release from prison
Man broke into homes of the affluent, costing victims $120,000 during a seven-month spree.
Public warned to keep away from humpback whale carcass on Otago beach
The 9.7m long juvenile humpback was first seen floating off the coast a fortnight ago.
Drug-driver smashes into family car, toddler badly maimed
Jotham Miller said the wind caused his erratic driving but blood test revealed the truth.
'Lucifer is my DJ': Man who trashed police station gets his wish to be sent to jail
Jeremy Ching's vandalism spree earns a nine-month prison sentence at a hectic hearing.
Polytechnic system 'a national disgrace': Ex-CEO seeks apology from Chris Hipkins
Phil Ker says problems in the education system are not being addressed.
'Distasteful... repugnant': Mayor slams transgender concerns
A woman raises concern about use of changing rooms at public pool, to mayor's disgust.
Axe murderer who tried to rape victim's daughter paroled
Anthony Phillip Hitchcock was one of the first to be sentenced to life imprisonment in NZ.
Wastewater tests suggest peak Omicron wave has passed
A steady drop in results from wastewater testing in all southern sites - except two.
Ardern's local government reassurance greeted with scepticism
Co-governance concerns boil over after PM speaks at a local government conference.
Mother terrorised: Daughter barred from contacting her
Obsessive-compulsive disorder compels woman to repeatedly terrorise her mother.
'Mad Magpie' cricket thug re-called for sentencing
Wicket-keeper has 11 assault convictions, including punching an umpire in the head.
Bloody saliva spat at police, paramedic kicked in groin
Dylan Owens positioned his body before launching both feet into the pelvis of a paramedic.
Baker's wife fined for her part in exploiting workers
Partner knew what was happening so she's also liable, authority rules.
Non-custodial sentence an 'investment' for Cromwell meth addict
A Cromwell woman has been given a chance after being caught dealing methamphetamine.
Neighbour says fire victim was getting life back on track
He was getting fitter, eating better and saving money for a Crisco's Christmas package.
One killed in crash near Roxburgh in Central Otago
A person has died after a crash in State Highway 8, in Central Otago, this evening.
'Devastating betrayal': Woman stole $120k from employer to pay for gambling, cosmetic surgery
The offending was motivated by 'pure greed', the judge said.
Man's 'miracle' survival after 4WD was swept off flooded river crossing
Desperate dash for help after one person was killed in the swollen North Taieri creek.
Offender's chilling two words to his victim
After his wife had gone to work, Blair Norman Stewart climbed into bed with the victim.
Flood survivor trekked through swollen creeks for help
A 'miracle' the man made it to safety.
Otago flooding death: 'I can't believe people tried to cross that river'
One dead after a ford crossing turned into a nightmare.
Burglar leaves unwelcome deposit in women's toilet
Judge orders burglar to pay $1000 to clean up toilets after break-in spree.
'Expensive night out': Burnout driver in court after illegal stadium gathering
Dunedin man takes responsibility for illegal car meet-up in Forsyth Barr Stadium carpark.
School holidays to start with snow, rain and wind across NZ
Severe weather watches and warnings and Harbour Bridge speed limits reduced.
Love rival shooting: Seven months of obsession leaves victim needing a miracle
Krishan Dick-Karetai was jailed for nearly seven years last week.
Rugby revellers urged to consider others amid superspreader fears
Health officials fear tonight's rugby test in Dunedin could become a superspreader event.
'I had no control': Skier caught in avalanche he triggered at Coronet Peak
Pete Oswald knew he had been complacent about inherent risks.
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.