New ZealandPolice speak to youth who sparked Bayfield High School lockdownBayfield High in Dunedin was subject to an armed lockdown after a threat to the school.15 Nov 10:26 PM
New ZealandArmed police officers had good reason to fire sponge rounds at man - IPCAThe 2022 incident took place at the property of a 'high-risk' offender.15 Nov 09:42 PM
New ZealandWhy a South Island tractor driver’s chance moa discovery just got more incredibleMoa footprints discovered in Otago riverbed found to be second-oldest ever documented.15 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandGroup of locals band together to save rural Southland pubThe Waikaka pub has been community hub for decades.14 Nov 04:38 AM
New ZealandClaim of ‘rife bullying’ by irrigating farmersSpringvale farmer expects irrigation water rights issue to end up in court.13 Nov 08:46 PM
New ZealandHunter’s Mt Aspiring death was preventable - coronerThe hunter was negotiating steep terrain when he fell to 30 metres to his death.13 Nov 06:50 AM
New ZealandBar-goer smashes glass into man's neck, leaves 'gaping' woundA fight broke out after the offender had consumed up to 20 drinks and got aggressive.12 Nov 07:11 PM
New ZealandRain warnings in place for much of the South Island’s west coastHeavy rain may cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly in the South Island this week.11 Nov 11:48 PM
New ZealandJohn Oliver’s campaign misplaced, Otago advocates back hoihoThe comedian's international campaign for Bird of the Century has ruffled some feathers.10 Nov 02:55 AM
New ZealandFarmers have their say on council plansORC's draft land and water regional plan has received strong feedback.09 Nov 07:50 PM
New ZealandOne person dead in Waitaki crashThe crash occurred around 8.05pm yesterday.09 Nov 12:08 AM
New ZealandCollision between truck and car closes State Highway 1 in OtagoThe road is expected to be closed for some time, motorists are asked to take other routes.08 Nov 07:40 AM
New Zealand'A bit of detective work' - Entire building stolen in broad daylight tracked downThe thieves have been urged to dispose of the asbestos-laden building in a safe manner.08 Nov 01:10 AM
New ZealandTeen jailed for life for bludgeoning mum to death with dumbbellJordan Taylor says he killed the only person in the world he loved.06 Nov 04:28 AM
New ZealandHow ‘70s Dunedin pop star Craig Scott swapped music career for real estate53 years on from his last #1 hit, Craig Scott is 'tempted' by a return to music.06 Nov 01:54 AM
New Zealand'The cancer is now not survivable': Man had to wait 20 weeks for MRIThe MRI was deemed urgent and meant to happen within 31 days.06 Nov 01:17 AM
New ZealandBeer festival worker left with severe concussion in assaultThe 19-year-old employee is recovering from his injuries.06 Nov 12:15 AM
New ZealandHuman remains found in grounds of former psychiatric hospitalFemur bone and old patient tag found at the site of the former psychiatric hospital.02 Nov 11:22 PM
New Zealand'Make a contribution': Family of victim hit out at killerChristopher Wayne Patterson has been behind bars since 2008 after he murdered a teen.02 Nov 08:10 PM
New ZealandWatch: An EV takes on one of NZ's most terrifying mountain roadsThe view is breathtaking - but it's all eyes forward to avoid a sheer drop, and sheep.02 Nov 06:13 AM
New ZealandMcCaws' mansion: All Blacks legend builds luxury home in WānakaPlanning documents show the scale of the multi-million dollar riverside development.25 Oct 11:18 PM
New Zealand'Gut-wrenching': Dunedin city leaders call for support as vulnerable teen discharged with no home to go to'Our city should be judged by how it treats people and this poor boy needs help.'25 Oct 09:35 PM
New ZealandOne killed in crash near WaiholaEmergency services including a helicopter responded to the scene.25 Oct 07:15 AM
KahuNew director for long-term child health and development studyMoana Theodore is the third director in the 51 years of the Dunedin Study.24 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandLabour Weekend road toll increased to four hours before end of periodThree people also died on New Zealand roads on Friday before the road toll period began.23 Oct 06:37 PM
New Zealand'Unusual change': NZ city set for snow to low levels on Friday'There’s a cold outbreak with snow down to low levels [on Friday].'23 Oct 12:05 AM
New Zealand'He died protecting us': Two years jail for Momona stabbing deathBrodie Graham Champion pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of Grant Jopson.19 Oct 10:43 PM
New Zealand'Special bloke': Wife of Sir Tim Wallis pays tributeThe Warbirds over Wānaka founder died yesterday, aged 85.17 Oct 08:08 PM
PoliticsThe faces of the South Island's new leaders following blue election tidal waveA new party returns to the South Island and several red seats flip.16 Oct 12:48 AM
New ZealandElection day weather: MetService warns voters of severe gales, heavy rainMetService's advice is to vote this afternoon if possible.13 Oct 03:18 AM
New ZealandMotorway mayhem as driver dodges ducklingsA duck walkabout with a gaggle of ducklings caused chaos on a Dunedin motorway.12 Oct 01:06 AM
New ZealandOpinion: Is this a Dunedin initiation or a CIA black site torture method?Fox Meyer of Critic Te Ārohi on the concerning rise of student hazing ceremonies.10 Oct 09:11 PM
New Zealand'Disgusting and inhumane': Urgent calls to help woman living next to motorwayA woman has lived in the bushes next to the motorway in Dunedin for four years.10 Oct 06:39 PM
New ZealandUniversity of Otago students warned of expulsion over flat initiationsThe University has concerns someone may be killed or hurt in bizarre initiations.10 Oct 03:33 AM
