Person dies after truck goes over bank; highway closed
The crash happened in the early hours of this morning.
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Dunedin killer told to work with a psychologist if he wants to be released.
Suspected drownings: Shock after two water incidents in just a few hours
One investigation is underway, while search for 18-year-old man continues.
Former doctor and hobby farmer admits animal neglect
Inspectors found dead chickens and deer.
Tragic cocktail: Motorcyclist dies hours after Limp Bizkit gig
Reenen De Bruin had MDMA, cannabis and alcohol in his system.
Wanaka harbourmaster quits amid safety concerns
The resignation just before Christmas has been called 'disappointing' by council.
Wellington set for another wet, wild and windy day
Gusts reached up to 120km/h in Wellington yesterday.
'Like something out of GTA': Man charged after botched daylight getaway
Robbery in central Dunedin unfolded like a scene from a video game.
'Constant roaring': Family's terrifying night as hillsides collapse around home
'It sounded like a major earthquake every time the slips went.'
99 misconduct cases upheld in southern prisons
Thirty-nine staff were fired nationally as a result of investigations over five years.
Pike River: Evidence of further remains found
Police hope drilling an additional borehole will reveal what caused the first explosion.
Dad emotional over possible find of teen's remains in Pike River mine
Father of Pike River victim says possible discovery of son's remains has brought solace.
Reserve Bank rejects multiple claims over fake bank notes
An urban myth in Christchurch has seen genuine bank notes being refused and damaged.
Ashburton intermediate defends vaccine pass for school camp
Principal confirmed Year 8 school camp will exclude unvaccinated pupils from DoC camp.
Tākaka Hill road restored after almost four years
The traffic lights were finally switched off on December 17 in time for Christmas.
NZ summer travel: Five new things to do in Kaikōura
There's lots to do in Kaikoura this summer, like diving and drinking gin (not together).
Mosque car bomb threats: Offender's tearful meeting with shooting survivor
Offender sentenced at Christchurch District Court this afternoon.
'Posing danger': Reports detail struggles with ageing Fire trucks
Firefighters have been struggling with their big ladder hoses breaking down.
Alleged bank fraud: New charges laid
Brendon Harris denies charges police allege total nearly $500,000.
Courage under fire: Bravery awards for heroes who confronted mosque gunman
Bravery Awards given to cops and civilians who helped save lives in Chch terror attack
Flooding and slips hit roads around country
Heavy rain warnings are put in place for Coromandel, Bay of Plenty and Gisborne regions.
Alleged rapist avoids third trial to spare complainant; but money paid
Man granted permanent name suppression in case dating back to 2018.
Auckland's great escape, emotional reunions; police turn away unvetted iwi checkpoint volunteers
The Auckland border has been in place for more than 100 days.
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Charges laid after crash that killed popular boat skipper
Allegations trailer came off work vehicle and hit another vehicle, killing driver.
NZ summer travel: Five new things to do in Canterbury
Planning a trip to Canterbury this summer? Here's how to keep your whānau entertained.
Kids witness frenzied stabbing attack on mother
Young boy punched in face after tried to stop mother being stabbed.
Everest hero's climbing memento surfaces at auction – again
Sir Edmund Hillary's canvas duffel bag is turning heads.
'Full of holes': Up to 20 per cent of infected travellers could be missed by rapid antigen testing
Free rapid antigen tests will be rolled out at pharmacies as the Auckland border lifts.
Notorious killer may be recalled to prison after alleged parole breach
Murderer Timothy Taylor has been charged with breaching his parole conditions.
'Callous' child sex offender, murderer apologises to victim's family after 35 years
Notorious child sex offender, killer Peter Holdem finally apologies for his worst crime.
Christchurch schoolgirl murder - the shocking tragedy of Louisa Damodran
A Moment In Crime looks at the horrendous murder of Chch schoolgirl Louisa Damodran