New Zealand'I didn't agree to it': Councillor objects to use of te reo Māori namesBarry Stewart has claimed he will be objecting every time Maori names are put first.31 Jan 10:37 PM
New ZealandExcitement over possible sighting of elusive songbirdThe South Island kōkako was believed to be extinct for decades.31 Jan 09:30 PM
New ZealandQueenstown cocaine dealer loses name suppressionA former mortgage broker earned between $17k and $29k over 14 months from dealing.31 Jan 08:06 PM
KahuNgāi Tahu CEO steps down after 12 yearsArihia Bennett was first the female and longest-serving chief executive.31 Jan 05:30 PM
New ZealandElderly couple killed in Canterbury crash after driver suffered medical event - coronerThe couple, who were together for 61 years, died in the 2020 crash.31 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPowerball $17.25 million win mistaken for $17,250: ‘Got to get my eyes checked’The first Powerball First Division winner of 2024 is from Canterbury.31 Jan 12:36 AM
TravelThis NZ region is among the world's most welcoming, study revealsThe South Island gem has seemingly made quite the good impression globally.31 Jan 12:31 AM
New ZealandChristchurch homicide probe: Police search Avon River for gunThe 38-year-old was found dead on a Christchurch street.30 Jan 08:13 PM
New Zealand‘Terrible coincidence’: Drivers killed in Ōamaru crash worked for the same companyTwo people died after a large truck and trailer collided on SH1 south of Ōamaru.30 Jan 07:25 PM
New ZealandDunedin man acquitted of rapeThe man was accused of raping a woman at the Signal Hill lookout.30 Jan 07:04 PM
New ZealandName of young girl who died in Fiordland river releasedThe 10-year-old was swept down Marian Creek on Hollyford River.30 Jan 06:04 PM
New ZealandLarge team of investigators deployed in Dunedin mystery death probeA significant probe has been launched into the mysterious death of Gurjit Singh.30 Jan 02:04 AM
New ZealandLotto: $17.25 million claimed by lucky Canterbury playerThe mouthwatering prize was won from a ticket sold on MyLotto30 Jan 01:08 AM
New Zealand'An angel of light': Widower pays tribute to mother killed in double-fatal crashThe mother's baby survived the crash completely uninjured.29 Jan 11:38 PM
New ZealandWānaka helicopter crash: Investigation under way as wreckage recoveredThe crash occurred on Monday during a landing on Mt Hyde, Otago.29 Jan 11:30 PM
New ZealandSea lions invade regional surf lifesaving tent for siesta in DunedinThe pair of sea lions decided they wanted to semi-participate in the carnival proceedings.29 Jan 10:21 PM
New Zealand'Beautiful wife and loving mum': Mother killed, baby survives double fatal crashThe mother's baby survived the crash completely uninjured.29 Jan 09:26 PM
New ZealandGloriavale members seeking compensation believed to be in the millionsNine former Gloriavale members have lodged an ERA claim against the Christian community.29 Jan 07:10 PM
KahuRino Tirikatene's resignation signals the end of an eraRetiring Labour MP looking at life after politics.29 Jan 06:45 PM
New Zealand'Deep shock': Dad's grief after son found dead at Dunedin homeFriends say the 'humble' man came to Dunedin from India with 'big dreams'.29 Jan 05:30 PM
New ZealandMan found dead in Dunedin suburb was recently married, had concerns about home securityPolice officers are treating the Dunedin man's death as 'unexplained'.29 Jan 07:40 AM
New ZealandFirefighters probe whether blaze which destroyed two homes linked to rubbish fireThe owners of the property says they're working with fire investigators.29 Jan 05:36 AM
New ZealandFive dead in under 24 hours on South Island roadsPolice are urging motorists to follow safety advice after a deadly 24 hours.29 Jan 01:46 AM
New ZealandPerson found dead in Dunedin suburb as police seek public's helpOfficers currently treating the death as 'unexplained'.29 Jan 01:28 AM
New ZealandTwo dead following serious crash on SH1 near ŌamaruIt's believed a truck has crashed into a tree on SH1 near Ōamaru.28 Jan 11:54 PM
New ZealandStranded whale dies at Christchurch beachOfficials are planning a recovery operation for the seven-metre-long fin whale.28 Jan 07:01 PM
New ZealandEngine catches fire on fully occupied bus in MosgielA bus was evacuated in Mosgiel and fire crews attended after the engine caught fire.26 Jan 10:52 PM
New ZealandHe died in his sleep aged 20: Firefighters on callout devastated to find one of their own20-year-old firefighter Bryant 'B-Man' McKenzie was a 'firecracker of a human being'.26 Jan 08:34 PM
New ZealandOamaru crash victim known for humour, musicThe Oamaru man had 'strong family values' and really loved his children.26 Jan 07:26 PM
New ZealandFrom food truck to franchise, RE Burger's exponential growthRE Burger began as a food truck in Dunedin in 2016.26 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandOverseas visitor charged with causing death of school librarian following Canterbury crashDriver admits careless driving but is granted name suppression until sentencing date.26 Jan 01:31 AM
New ZealandTourist death: DoC launch investigation after young girl fell from rock near viewing platformThe Department of Conservation will launch an internal investigation into the death.25 Jan 11:53 PM
New ZealandPatients left cowering as gang fight breaks out in EDPolice are investigating the gang-related assault on Wednesday night.25 Jan 10:11 PM
New ZealandInquiry launched after cruise ship runs aground in Doubtful SoundThe ship, carrying 67 people, took on water due to a hull breach and made a mayday call.25 Jan 05:08 AM
