New ZealandDad claims work stress behind 'out of character' assault on partnerDad who assaulted partner of 16 years struggling to come to terms with what he did.07 Mar 03:40 AM
New ZealandFamily of late Dunedin man remember unique and adventurous character"He didn’t think people really liked him that much, but they did and we knew they did."07 Mar 02:17 AM
New ZealandCanterbury police call out power line tampering, ask the public to speak upSenior Seargent, Roy Appley said the incidents have put people at risk of electrocution.07 Mar 01:38 AM
New ZealandSnacks and a hand-painted coffin for ‘legend’ kayaker Jeremy NorburyThe 24-year-old's funeral was held yesterday at a family friend's house.07 Mar 12:04 AM
New Zealand'Impressive' amount of rain to fall in South Island; heavy rain warnings in placeBoth Westland and Fiordland have been issued heavy rain warnings over the coming day.07 Mar 12:04 AM
New ZealandPolice plea for information on Wānaka mountain bike deathA 58-year-old man was found dead at the start of a mountain bike race at the weekend.06 Mar 02:52 AM
New ZealandBuried in the riverbank? Murder suspect had ‘highly-suitable location’ to conceal body of close friend, court hearsBody may have been 'flushed' away: Mike McGrath vanished in 2017, never to be seen again.06 Mar 12:25 AM
New ZealandFire crews battle house blazes across CanterburyA dozen firefighters were called to Hoon Hay last night.05 Mar 08:51 PM
New Zealand‘The lowest of low’: Tears as disability swing stolen, local mayor steps inCathy Baker drove home in tears on Thursday after discovering the swing was stolen.05 Mar 08:47 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCop speeding at 182km/h with no lights or sirens avoids charge, says it was a ‘tactical approach’Officer claimed he was trying to catch up with a vehicle he believed was speeding.05 Mar 04:39 PM
New ZealandRooftop siege: Tempers flare during eight-hour showdown in suburban streetEmotions boiled over during the eight-hour standoff involving a barefoot man.05 Mar 03:27 AM
New ZealandDazzling skies: More auroras to be seen in NZAurora Australis and Aurora Borealis have been active following recent solar storms.04 Mar 06:55 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentNZ's greatest living artist on his legacy, inspiration - and saying no to Elton JohnSir Grahame Sydney: 'I’m terrified I’m going to die soon'.03 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsJohn MacDonald: The environmental disgrace beneath our feetPure, unchlorinated water is disappearing into the ground, says John MacDonald.03 Mar 02:39 AM
New ZealandPrime Minister Hipkins talks schools, TikTok and climate during Christchurch visitHipkins was greeted with a powhiri and a tour of Heaton Normal Intermediate.03 Mar 02:17 AM
New ZealandWeekend temp shock: Autumn's 'dramatic' cold snap, thunderstorms for cyclone-hit regionsThe weekend's warm start will be shortlived with day-time highs going from 26C - 15C.03 Mar 12:18 AM
New ZealandWatch: Father ‘nearly killed’ by ute in frighteningly close shaveRavi Prasad said it took hours before he returned to a normal emotional state again.02 Mar 08:18 PM
New ZealandBlack-clad suspect hits four Invercargill shops in 25 minutesFour shops were hit in the space of 25 minutes in early morning smash and grab raids.02 Mar 02:39 AM
New ZealandStudent group pleads for return of $2000 in stolen signs to avoid paying billCanterbury University Students' Association has arranged an amnesty for the return.01 Mar 11:13 PM
New ZealandReview: Sting stuns in Christchurch with captivating set of his most beloved songsSting performed a sweet set of his favourite-ever tracks at captivating Christchurch gig.01 Mar 07:00 PM
New ZealandBodiless murder trial: Key witness testimony comes under spotlightLawyer reminds witness his evidence isn't to “fit in with the police theory”.28 Feb 11:51 PM
New ZealandEarthquake hits Christchurch: Councillor claims his policy has ‘ground-shaking effect’The magnitude 3.3 quake was measured 5km south-east of Christchurch.28 Feb 11:18 PM
Travel10 Top family travel spots in NZ and AustraliaImpressing your kids doesn’t have to mean jetting off to a distant locale.28 Feb 09:14 PM
New ZealandConvicted murderer of Dale Watene appeals sentenceSandy Graham claims she was a victim of a miscarriage of justice throughout the trial.28 Feb 09:00 PM
New ZealandHouse fires: Christchurch homes continue to burn as abandoned home blazesYet another Christchurch home catches fire as a suburban street is closed off.28 Feb 08:40 PM
New ZealandSouth Island aurora australis display one of brightestNature has put on a stunning display of the aurora australis in Otago and Queenstown.28 Feb 08:28 PM
New ZealandTeen party killing: Money and food given to suspects on the run, court hearsThree people enter shock guilty pleas to being accessories after the fact.27 Feb 11:57 PM
New Zealand'Make me leave ... I’m not leaving': Student faces five convictions after lengthy car chasePolice got involved after an interview at Silver Fern Farms went off the rails.27 Feb 07:58 PM
New ZealandBodiless murder trial: Newly-released inmate denied helping suspect cover his tracksEx-prison guard David Benbow is on trial, accused of killing his friend Michael McGrath.26 Feb 10:52 PM
TravelHanmer Springs: From softly softly to all-out adventureTop things to see and do when you're next in Hanmer Springs.26 Feb 12:00 AM
New ZealandTop judge visits Gloriavale - what she saw in the secretive sectChief Employment Court Judge is taken on tour of Gloriavale Christian community24 Feb 03:35 AM
New ZealandPot-a-loo: Students hold weed party in public toilet - 12 referred to proctorA group of students had a party in a block of Dunedin public toilets.24 Feb 01:34 AM
New Zealand‘Hungry, cold’ Dunedin 8-year-old found by searchersOfficers were called to reports of a missing child at Signal Hill Reserve.23 Feb 11:26 PM
New ZealandQueenstown police ask public for help after serious fight in city centreOne man suffered serious injuries, another was moderately injured, police confirmed.23 Feb 11:21 PM
