7461 Covid cases today, 622 people in hospital - 'significant increase'
Cases, hospitalisations and deaths have been rising as the BA.5 strain gains ground.
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Christchurch Girls' High duo take out FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year title
Erin Humm and Amelia Ridgen became just the second female pair to win the coveted title.
9307 new Covid cases today, 22 deaths - another counting glitch reported
Yesterday a computer glitch caused case numbers to be overcounted by more than 4000.
Man in serious condition after being shot in Rolleston
"Initial indications are that the incident involved people known to each other."
'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.
Love rival shooting: Seven months of obsession leaves victim needing a miracle
Krishan Dick-Karetai was jailed for nearly seven years last week.
'I had no control': Skier caught in avalanche he triggered at Coronet Peak
Pete Oswald knew he had been complacent about inherent risks.
UK celeb among the rich listers buying up homes in Nelson-Tasman
Top end of the market doing well, but region's affordable homes struggling to find buyers.
Snowy start to school holidays expected
Between 15cm and 25cm of snow is expected on State Highway 73's Arthur's Pass.
Impact Awards nominee Kophie Su'a-Hulsbosch talks art and politics
Kophie Su'a-Hulsbosch says ""the world is depressing, but I'm positive about the future."
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.
13yo solo traveller among passengers 'dumped' at airport after late flight diverted
The 13-year-old was looked after by other passengers.
Shotover reveal first electric jetboat as Ngāi Tahu electrify operations
The roar of the Shotover canyon could soon sound very different as the jets go electric.
Reward offered for sticky-fingered honey thief
An unidentified woman was caught on camera pilfering honey from a stall.
Dale Watene murder: Lies woven into stories, Crown says
Sandy Maree Graham has been charged with Dale Watene's murder.
Parole denied for violent Southland stalker
A stalker with a "history of violent offending" will be behind bars until next year.
Paparoa Track: Why DoC's newest Great Walk might be its best
In spite of its recent addition, the Paparoa is already the fourth busiest Great Walk.
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.
Are these the most comfortable beds in Antarctica?
Luxury pods from a 'galaxy far, far away' hope to draw visitors to Antarctica.
Aussie passengers 'dumped' at Chch airport with no accommodation after flight diverted
"They were absolutely no help whatsoever, the crew just got off and went home."
Driver may have been drinking before crashing into South Dunedin house
The man was processed for drink-driving and elected for a blood sample to be taken.
Is this the biggest concert coming to NZ in 2023?
Legendary rock band to perform two stadium shows in NZ with Post Malone.
Christchurch stabbing: Victim's police officer son supported by Fijian and NZ colleagues
The victim's son, Constable Epineri Tunidau, is a police officer based in Fiji.
Anti-mandate protesters outnumbered by counter protesters
A march opposing government control, Three Waters and vaccine mandates was outnumbered.
Woman almost decapitated on icy crash with 4yo in the car
Dunedin woman's quick reflexes saved her from being decapitated by a road barrier.
'Get him!': Woman jailed for inciting 'shocking' attack
The woman encouraged the attack and was heard yelling and swearing at the victim.
'It's not worth the risk': Police nab motorist five times over alcohol limit
Member of the public reported concerns about the man's hair-raising driving in Southland.
'Honeymoon killer' Rodney Fallowfield's daughter has been sent to prison
Tamara Charmaine Bryant, 33, appeared in the Dunedin District Court this week.
'Angry': Review ordered into how murder-accused was released from mental health unit
Canterbury District Health Board has announced it is carrying out a review.
Niwa weather outlook for July warns of flooding risk for school holidays
Temperatures are likely to be warmer than average across all regions.
Country Calendar uproar: Lake Hawea Station's Geoff Ross hits back at critics
Geoff Ross says trialling alternative methods is 'how sectors advance'.
Coroner confirms 2023 start for first phase of inquest into March 15 terror attacks
Victims hope for answers to lingering questions.
Weather: Rain, snow, sun and wind forecast for the country today
Road snowfall warnings have also been issued for the South Island.