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Alleged rapist went 'feral' after sex refusal, court hears
Woman recalls fading in and out of consciousness during initial alleged attack.
Antarctica New Zealand get first look inside Scott Base
Staff have got their first look inside Antarctica NZ's home for the next 50 years.
Christchurch stadium debacle: Senior Crusaders coach blasts mayor, claims she 'never wanted it'
Frustration builds after delays and cost blowouts.
Police manhunt under way after former gang member shot in face
Manhunt under way after daylight shooting ends with man being shot in face.
Adventure and pain: The tragic life and death of Joanne Ingham
The infamous ship-jumping sister was found dead in a Wellington hotel room on Tuesday.
Large hail, torrential rain: Severe thunderstorm warning for Westland
Risk of severe thunderstorms for some western parts of South Island.
Leeann Watson: Why Aucklanders and Wellingtonians are moving south to Christchurch
The more Christchurch grows the more attractive it becomes for families and business.
Thrill of the chase: Brothers' quest to find NZ's biggest native trees
Kevin and Phil Baker have loved trees since they were kids.
Rental shortage in Queenstown before booming winter season
Seasonal staff are struggling to find accommodation as a booming winter approaches.
'Me and the bottle': Confessions of a reformed drink driver
Reformed drink driver says he never considered anyone else when he got behind wheel drunk.
Why does the university still hold the remains? Skull sparks questions
A skull has sparked controversy more than 90 years on from a grisly murder.
Health system hit hard by winter illness while Covid numbers persist
The fight is on to keep clinicians from being swamped by Covid and respiratory illnesses.
More opportunities for first-home buyers, SBS Bank boss says
SBS Bank has lent money to 850 first-home buyers during the year.
All wards at Dunedin Hospital to close to visitors
All wards will be closed to visitors tonight due to an increased Covid-19 risk.
Man who drove into power pole to kill pregnant partner jailed
Speeding at 137km/h just before crash, Phillip Williams told woman: 'You're over b****'.
Hit and run murder: Jail for at least 11 years after mowing man down
Driver lost it after alleged threat to kids.
Cycling NZ pulls support amid bullying claims
Formal complaints lodged over the behaviour of Invercargill cycling coach Sid Cumming.
Auckland, North Island centres under severe storm watch - harbour bridge warning
MetService has issued weather warnings and watches for much of New Zealand.
Covid 19: Hospital defers surgery as occupancy tops 112%
Situation made worse by high levels of staff sickness.
'Wave of relief' for MasterChef contestant who went public
Otago teacher says she is happy to have spoken out about 'contrived and scripted' show.
City where houses are selling for more than double their RV
"Our clearance is notably higher than other parts of the country."
Four people flipped out of boat near Queenstown
Police said four people were tipped out during the incident, with three being recovered.
'Waves of rain' for NZ, severe thunderstorms possible for North Island
Rainfall of up to 40mm an hour is forecast in Northland this evening.
'Dirty laundry': MasterChef NZ contestant goes rogue, TV bosses hit back
The disgruntled contestant has made a raft of allegations against the show.
Business Hub: How a social media share by Britney Spears catapulted this Kiwi business to success
Brianne West talks going viral globally and taking a chance on international distribution.
Gloriavale leaders apologise for 'abhorrent' sexual abuse, child labour
Landmark court decision opens the door for further court action against Gloriavale.
Golf course horror: Coroner faults player whose mate was fatally struck in head by ball
Coroner cites mate of man killed by errant golf ball during birthday outing in Queenstown.
Winches fitted wrongly for 12 years before accident on ship
Mooring crew reduced from four to three before serious injury accident at Timaru port.
How communities will prepare for Alpine Fault line earthquake
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Mad Dog: 10 heart attacks not slowing down Robin Judkins
Coast to Coast founder speaks about running events, health scares and writing.
Deadly countdown: How bad will the Alpine Fault earthquake be?
The next big shake could be devastating for the South Island.
Scott Watson wins legal challenge to argue crucial evidence
Controversial photo montage evidence to go under microscope.
Sir Richard Hadlee opens new sports centre: 'It's my legacy to cricket'
Hagley Oval is now NZ's premier cricket ground, game's great says.