New ZealandAnother rat caught at Countdown Dunedin store, still closedAnother rat was caught at the troubled store today.20 Feb 12:43 AM
New ZealandChristchurch far-right activist sentenced for possessing a prohibited firearmThe former leader of a white nationalist group says he's stepping back from activism.19 Feb 10:22 PM
New ZealandKiwi sports star back in court after Christchurch incidentHe is accused of wilful damage and taking a $10,000 car but has name suppression.19 Feb 09:38 PM
New Zealand'Suspicious activity': Police speak to two people seen on walking track before Port Hills firePolice have spoken to them - and others in the area - as part of a major probe.19 Feb 09:16 PM
New ZealandOne million cubic metres of sediment as Waiho River shifts - againA river threatening the Franz Josef sewerage ponds has suddenly changed its course.19 Feb 08:19 PM
New ZealandChristchurch park homicide: Police drop charges against accused manA 36-year-old man was found at the scene and taken into custody.19 Feb 07:59 PM
New ZealandDunedin man jailed for making threats of killing spreeThe Armed Offenders Squad was dispatched, only to find man home alone.19 Feb 07:57 PM
New ZealandRain brings relief to deep-seated Port Hills fireFire crews say the rain is welcome but makes conditions more slippery.19 Feb 07:29 PM
New ZealandOne dead in house bus fire on West CoastEmergency services attended the incident in Westland at 4am.19 Feb 06:44 PM
New ZealandPest influx: Rodents may have crossed strait to Stewart IslandA possible mouse caught on Rakiura pest monitoring cameras has sparks concern.19 Feb 01:57 AM
New ZealandCanterbury fires: Residents to return home as wind ramps up Waikari Valley blazeWaipara residents will be returning home, as fire crews battle strong winds.19 Feb 01:07 AM
OpinionRestocking of pseudoephedrine is in direct contradiction to advice of officials - EketoneOPINION: This is the second time in three months I'm in the sick role.19 Feb 12:00 AM
New ZealandConcern over 'high winds' as fire crews battle scrub fire in North Canterbury, Port Hills efforts enter day sixFire crews are concerned over high winds forecasted for Canterbury.18 Feb 11:28 PM
New ZealandFarmers urged to keep an eye out for fall armywormHighly invasive moth can wreak havoc on maize and sweetcorn crops.18 Feb 09:38 PM
TravelBlocked loo causes 'frustration' for Mt Cook trampersA popular trail has been closed because the toilets are too full, causing frustration.18 Feb 07:47 PM
New Zealand'Running rampant': Rat sightings keep supermarket closed another dayFurther sightings of rats at the beleaguered Countdown.18 Feb 07:06 PM
New ZealandPort Hills fire: Half of hotspots 'eliminated', crews to work overnightOvernight drone flights across the Port Hills identified 58 hotspots.18 Feb 07:37 AM
New ZealandSunday swelter: Parts of NZ reach 30C but severe gales to hitTemperatures will be "above average" for the North Island to start the week.18 Feb 06:59 AM
New ZealandPrivate drone flown near Port Hills fire grounds helicopters for up to an hourThe private drone presented a safety risk to firefighting crews.18 Feb 01:02 AM
New ZealandBoy in wheelchair given chance to run on world stage10-year-old Cooper went from a sport-filled life to being a wheelchair user.17 Feb 05:50 AM
New ZealandSea lion pups' presence closes Dunedin roadsThe road closure will stay in place until the sea lions have moved on.16 Feb 09:52 PM
New Zealand'Destroyed me': Kiwi woman discovers her partner's a serial sex offenderAfter learning the truth, she didn't know where to turn or who to trust.16 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSteve BrauniasSteve Braunias: The secret diary of ... supermarket verminOPINION: A little bit of aeration never hurt anybody. But it might hurt vermin.16 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEditorial: Bush fires a Kiwi reality we all have to deal withFires like the Port Hills blaze now a feature of our summers.16 Feb 04:00 PM
LiveNew ZealandBehind the Port Hills lines: Inside the cordon as crews battle ‘grunty’ blazeThe Herald visits the fire field and a property inside the official cordon.16 Feb 12:39 AM
New ZealandPike 29 memorial walk and cycle trail opensA walking track and cycle trail dedicated to the 29 men lost in the disaster opens today.15 Feb 11:14 PM
New Zealand'Dismissive and arrogant': Dunedin child sex offender released five years earlyAnand’s sex attacks were committed against girls between the ages of 10 and 15.15 Feb 11:09 PM
New Zealand'70 per cent contained': Port Hills still burning, but overnight threats 'nullified'Lead firefighter says blaze will be 'long-duration incident'. Probe into cause continues.15 Feb 10:46 PM
New Zealand'Whole life' lost as container home destroyed in Port Hills firesAnna Spark speaks about her escape and loss.15 Feb 09:45 PM
New ZealandBay owner enjoying winning run by Chapinteel in the South IslandRoundup of the week's racing.15 Feb 08:17 PM
New ZealandDwelling destroyed in Port Hills fire; blaze still not contained'It seems to be a fast-moving thing,' Fenz tells evacuated Christchurch residents.15 Feb 07:51 AM
New ZealandMan who went missing from care facility foundThe patient was on escorted leave when he went missing.15 Feb 02:28 AM
New ZealandTax dodge repeat: Company director convicted second time, jailed for $560k for unpaid PAYELeslie John McKenzie has been sentenced to two and a half years in jail.15 Feb 12:46 AM
New ZealandAlcoholic lemonade given to Dunedin students frustrates policeCompany gave free alcoholic lemonade to a student party on Castle St.14 Feb 10:14 PM
