At least one person had to be rescued from the roof of Dunedin House.

Thick black smoke is visible over much of Frankton.

Marlborough Boys' College teacher on leave following a serious conduct complaint.

"You couldn't see more than six inches underwater."

Detectives say guilty killer will have a "cognitive load of burden"

Razor blade fused to a piece of plastic used in attack in prison day room.

Mitch Gameren's father said family members were still seeking answers.

Angela Blackmoore was stabbed to death in her home while her son slept.

A man is missing after a horror jet boat crash on the West Coast.

The Government has launched an investigation into the Otago Regional Council.

The Muslim Association of Canterbury said the announcement was a significant achievement.

'I swallowed one [tooth] and I spat two out ... I freaked out' witness tells court.

A rescue helicopter en route to the scene from Dunedin.

Police accused of targeting 'everyday Kiwis' in armed raids on rural properties.

Kiwis who wish to witness the amazing discovery may only have to wait a few months.

An arborist who alleged he was being bullied has been awarded more than $28,000.

Marine protection measures aimed at sustaining healthy habitats for marine biodiversity.

Swimmer stumbles across moa footprints - a find expert describes as a 'career highlight'.

Kiwis are on a mission to help reunite a US man with his stolen electric bike.

Recording Southern Response meetings did not break the law.

Ben the huntaway was malnourished but hugely pleased to be back with people.

Defendant appeared at hearing via audiovisual link from facility in the North Island.

Have you seen Joshua Harley and his kids?

Police also want to speak with anyone who witnessed the assault in Invercargill.

A long-visiting ecologist fears Awaroa Beach's people's paradise is being lost.

Mild, settled weather not going anywhere.

Truck driver found not at fault over accident which left scooter rider with head injuries.

'When something like this happens I don't think you ever fully get over it.'

A man has been arrested after allegedly leaving fake explosive device at Dunedin Airport.