Last summer, more than 1500 fines were handed out and 34 vehicles were clamped.
Queenstown Lakes mayor says the education-first approach has been a win-win for everyone.
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Christchurch-based space launch company has signed with Waitaki District Council.
DoC aims to eradicate the wild pigs within 10 years
Pigs on Auckland Island are the only completely virus-free pig species.
Firefighter treated for heat exhaustion at huge house fire
A firefighter has been treated for heat exhaustion at a large house fire in Nelson.
Family who gifted Marlborough beach slam 'ludicrous' bylaw
Family fears Marfells Beach will become "dead" and void of enjoyment if bylaw goes ahead.
Frustration builds over Queenstown's 'faecal peak'
'How would you feel if people were going to the loo on your property?'
The councillors who got a 41 per cent pay rise
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Unlicenced builder who drove victims to bankruptcy sentenced
He conned victims with a believable sob story. Then he took off with thousands of dollars.
Man imported magic mushrooms for depression
Police oppose outcome but concede the man has 'significant' mental health challenges.
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'Remarkably stupid speed': Motorcyclist clocked at 236km/h
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One dead in Christchurch house fire
A raging fire has taken hold of a house in a Christchurch beachside suburb.
Rescue chopper called after gas explosion in Canterbury home
At least one person has been injured in a gas canister explosion.
Extreme winds force trampers to activate rescue beacon at Mt Aspiring National Park
Two trampers were found exhausted and hypothermic in extreme weather conditions.
Gun ban search warrant raises legal questions - lawyer
Armed officers searched Dieuwe de Boer's house suspecting he had a firearm magazine.
How the trees and birds returned to Camp Hill
Rob Lay had a growing sense of alarm about climate change, and decided to plant trees.
Highway closure planned ahead of heavy rain
The area on the West Coast was affected by storms and slips last month.
Senior cop denies domestic violence, firearm charges
The high-ranking police officer's name has been suppressed by the court.
The 50 Year Secret: Cold case confessor tried to go to police
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Axe-murderer and sexual predator wants out of NZ jail to return to UK
Anthony Hitchcock is a UK citizen, not a New Zealand citizen, and has family there.
Drying out: Parts of North Island could soon be in drought
Pockets of the North Island could slide into drought if a big rainmaker doesn't come soon.
Series of failures: Report into student Mason Pendrous' death
Kit Toogood QC has released his findings and recommendations into Mason Pendrous' death
Looters raid fire-ravaged pub - again
A supported beam has also collapsed in the burnt out pub.
Claim birthing unit's culture was toxic
Released emails suggest a 'bullying' environment'.
Man savagely beat partner, revived her to continue abuse: Judge rejects appeal
A man who savagely beat his partner has had his appeal declined.
Lotto win to boost Alexandra couple's holiday
Alexandra couple extending planned holiday after winning $1m with Lotto.
One seriously injured by falling tree in Dunedin
A St John spokeswoman said an ambulance was called to Albany St at 3.47pm.
Mystery Lotto winner: Could you be sitting on $17.1 million?
Lotto urges people who bought tickets at Twizel's The Market Store to check their tickets.
Manhunt in Christchurch after person shot on bridge
Shooter and victim were known to each other according to police.
Snapper catch in Dunedin brings questions
Rare snapper catch at Dunedin's new fishing jetty raising big questions.
'A stroke on both sides of my brain': Terrifying health scare that left 26yo blind for a week
Young builder suffered a severe stroke weeks before the birth of his first child.
Person killed in serious crash near Ashburton
The Serious Crash Unit and WorkSafe have been advised.
Wind gusts up to 130km/h as wild weather approaches
Summer is put on hold this week for some unlucky parts of the country.