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'Auckland’s no one-trick pony': Nine Questions with ... Simon Bridges
Former National leader on his greatest fear, biggest dislike, and a key to NZ's success.
'We absolutely love it': The couple taking drivers on the 'ultimate' US road trip
The couple spend five months a year in America running their business.
Fresh sex abuse claims against ex-staffer at Christchurch boarding school
Investigations remain ongoing to determine if there is any further offending, police said.
Fishing TV legend Matt Watson on his greatest fear - and the Kiwi he admires most
TV fishing host on his hopes for NZ, his greatest fear and what's left on his bucket list.
'You don't have to keep up with the Joneses': Life in one of NZ's most isolated villages
'We now have the internet!'
Wintry blast: Temps to plunge near freezing, rain, hail, late-season snow to lash south
If you're in Queenstown, be prepared for chilly 1C overnight temperatures tomorrow.
Tourist who spent time in Navy drowned after sinking below Lake Wānaka's surface without warning
Jinwoo Park was a strong swimmer and not under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Mama Hooch case: Appeal for rapist brothers moved to July 2025
The High Court will not hear the appeal for rapist brothers until next year.
'It was just wild': Human ashes found in stranger's shed
Knox had just moved into her rental when she stumbled across a peculiar-looking box.
What about the horses? Racing organisers jockey for the punters' dollar
South Island sports wrap: Cup Week, 2000 play Pasifika league-fest, a cricketing dynasty.
Kiwi workers lose jobs as billion-dollar firm quietly shifts production to US
AG1 was marketed as ‘made in NZ’, but an investigation reveals it’s mostly made in Utah.
'I’m not going to have my son': Grieving dad reeling after diver killed by great white shark
The victim has been described as 'an amazing boy' who loved fishing and diving.
Coroner closes case of jockey killed in horror race crash
Megan Taylor died during a horse race in 2022. There will be no inquest into her death.
Murder accused bought one-way ticket to China just days after Yanfei Bao disappearance
Acccused killer had bought a ticket to China before arrest at Christchurch's airport.
Pike River 14 years on: Decision over criminal charges looms
Police confirm they are working with Crown Solicitor on prosecution case.
'I find solace in the memories': Yanfei Bao's partner speaks at emotional funeral service
The trial for the man accused of killing her continues.
Meet the South Island school taking on the world in flag football
St Andrew's College Preparatory School's flag football team are off to Florida.
He bought his first student flat at 18. Now he’s a professional investor
Landlords in the Deep South say if student flats are well run, they don't get trashed.
'We will have your bib ready': Flight cancellations cause Queenstown Marathon woes
Frustration for runners as Air NZ, Jetstar cancel Queenstown flights on eve of marathon.
Queenstown Marathon: Everything you need to know
More than 12,500 runners will participate in today's event.
Paid parking coming to NZ's top tourist spots
A drive to these natural attractions won't be free for much longer.
Yanfei Bao: Memorial service to honour a 'beautiful life'
A public memorial service will be held for the real estate agent next week.
McSpicy! Battle royale over plans for town's first McDonald's
The plan to bring McDonald's to Wānaka could be decided soon.
More arrests as police target Comancheros in drug supply investigation
This brings the total number of arrests to 31 for the operation.
'Right thing to do': Forester selling woodchip to fuel local biomass market
'The benefits for us have not been financial, I’ll put that upfront.'
‘One to two hours’ notice’: The NZ region at risk of 12m-high tsunamis
Tsunami surges as high as four-storey buildings could strike in an unexpected part of NZ.
Man who killed grandfather in Christchurch park appeals, given home detention
Jayden Kahi mistakenly believed the victim was trying to kidnap his son.