New ZealandTeen rescued after falling out of kayak in Tasman BayThe young man activated a personal locator beacon, giving emergency services his location.29 Dec 09:54 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelSauvignon wishes and sashimi dreams: A South Island road tripNew York Times: Perfect wines, stunning views and a pilgrimage for salmon.29 Dec 09:00 PM
EntertainmentHilarious item banned at Rhythm and Alps festivalBefore you miss your fave artist and get stuck in the valley of tents, read this.29 Dec 08:55 PM
New ZealandHot and humid today - and dry for most - rain likely tomorrowRain-soaked campers can look forward to a brighter first day of 2024.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHolidaymakers drenched as wild storm rolls through NZKeeping you posted with the latest wild weather.29 Dec 07:13 AM
New ZealandTramper suffers serious injuries after falling 100m at Waitaha RiverThe treacherous terrain made for a delicate and technical rescue operation.29 Dec 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Greatly missed': Tributes flow for Irishman killed in NZ on Xmas DayTim O'Dwyer, 20, died in a car crash in Allenton, Ashburton, on Christmas Day.29 Dec 01:48 AM
New ZealandSoggy end to 2023: Heavy rain, thunderstorms to sweep across NZForecasters are warning heavy bursts of rain could lead to flooding and slips.28 Dec 05:47 PM
New ZealandChild choppered to Lakes hospital after Lake Hawea incidentChild is in a moderate condition after the camping ground incident this afternoon.28 Dec 06:01 AM
New ZealandPrison Break: Ex-con's tell-all memoir allegedly barred from NZ prisonThe high-profile former prisoner is miffed at the move.28 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandMajor holiday hot spots in for a warm and wet New Year's EveMain New Year's Eve hot spots are in for downpours.27 Dec 06:05 AM
New ZealandSwimmer rescued by training surf lifeguardsA swimmer who got into trouble at Brighton Beach on Christmas Day had a lucky escape.27 Dec 12:23 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelThe heart of everything: Fiordland from the seaCruising in Fiordland is one of this country's great travel experiences.26 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandXmas Day rescue: Paragliders landed in a tree after encountering 'difficulties'Emergency services were called out to the rescue.25 Dec 04:25 AM
New Zealand'Made me cry': Mystery gift-giver pays for meals, groceries and petrol then disappearsA Canterbury town is abuzz with the spirit of giving.25 Dec 03:51 AM
New ZealandPower grinch almost steals ChristmasA power provider has apologised for stinging a Queenstower with a shock $4000 bill.24 Dec 03:57 AM
New ZealandTwo people charged in relation to death of Anaru Thomas Williams in ChristchurchA woman has also now been charged in relation to the stabbing.24 Dec 02:07 AM
New ZealandChristmas traffic: Two dead after three crashes in an hourThere have been two crashes in the North Island and one in the South.23 Dec 08:34 AM
New ZealandWatch: Dirt biker’s violent attack on Auckland cyclist - can you help track him down?The cyclist was injured when kicked off his bike by man on illegal dirt bike.23 Dec 12:03 AM
New ZealandMan charged with assault after fatal stabbing in Christchurch parkThe man has been charged following a fatal stabbing in Wycola Park, Hei Hei.22 Dec 12:58 AM
New ZealandChristchurch homicide: Man, 36, due in court this afternoonA fatal stabbing happening at a Christchurch park in the early hours today.22 Dec 12:55 AM
New ZealandMotel shooting: Man dropped off at petrol station with gunshot woundsA man and a woman were shot in Timaru overnight.21 Dec 08:35 PM
New ZealandWoman breaches trust of 77-year-old dependent friendThe woman had a conviction for theft in a special relationship from 2005.21 Dec 07:31 PM
New ZealandChristmas Day weather forecast: Will your festive lunch be a washout?Today's top temperature of 32C was recorded at Lake Pukaki in the Canterbury high country.21 Dec 07:25 AM
New ZealandFamily desperate for lifesaving overseas surgeryYoung Christchurch man's life devastated by rare syndrome.21 Dec 02:31 AM
New ZealandDunedin man runs himself over in drivewayA man was found in the driveway suffering a moderate condition after an accident.21 Dec 01:44 AM
New ZealandDoC concerned over shot gulls found around DunedinThe shootings of the birds have happened over the past two months.21 Dec 01:42 AM
New ZealandNZ lawyer hired by Hong Kong tycoon to fight national security chargesActivist Jimmy Lai is charged with violating China-imposed national security law.21 Dec 01:24 AM
New ZealandQueenstown man ‘piddler on the roof’ sentenced to community detentionQueenstown man Danny Thomas King sentenced to three months’ community detention.21 Dec 12:44 AM
New ZealandOrange haze from Australian bushfires hangs over Christchurch, could stay for XmasMore than 60 Aussie fires have sent vast plumes of smoke over New Zealand.20 Dec 10:59 PM
New ZealandSouthland shark attack victim simply 'unlucky', says mumThe victim's family often spend time in the estuary where she was attacked.20 Dec 10:56 PM
KahuNew emergency pods in marae to help prepare for future natural disasters in South IslandThe idea of the pods came about after the flooding in Tai Rāwhiti last year.20 Dec 08:55 PM
New ZealandBeaumont Bridge biggest such project ‘in a generation’The bridge has been open since July, under temporary speed restrictions.20 Dec 07:30 PM
New ZealandTemperatures reach 33C with hot, muggy nights to last past ChristmasMetService forecasts a showery Christmas Day in the Super City with a high of 26C20 Dec 06:00 AM
