Close call for tourist stranded on ledge after fall
Tourist was marooned down a rock face on a ledge above a 30m drop to the sea below.
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Climbing tragedies: Why climate change is becoming a factor
Climate change is presenting another obstacle for mountain climbers in summer.
Wheelchair-user critical after crash
A wheelchair-user is in a critical condition after a crash in South Dunedin.
Mt Hicks avalanche: Killed mountain guides named
The incident happened around 5.30am on Mt Hicks near Mt Cook/Aoraki.
'Incredibly lucky' motorist survives train crash
Motorist walks away from collision with a freight train with barely a scratch.
'Lucky to be alive': Avalanche survivor Jo Morgan
Adventurer describes heartbreak about moment she realised two "dear friends" had died.
How it happened: Deadly avalanche kills two
Both the deceased were experienced mountain guides.
Council orders popular cafe to remove all but 12 seats
Customers sat on the floor in protest of the move.
'I'm lucky to be alive' - Jo Morgan's survival after buried in snow for 30 minutes
Jo Morgan "strong but shattered" after miracle escape in tragedy that claims two guides.
6.2 quake: What you said when you felt the shake
Today's 6.2 magnitude quake has been felt by thousands of Kiwis across New Zealand.
'Sharp' and jolting quake felt across New Zealand
A sharp 6.7 magnitude earthquake has rattled much of New Zealand this afternoon.
Pāua divers named after bodies found at the Catlins
The divers were Mitchell McPhee, 23, and Malcolm Ward, 51, both of Balclutha.
Two bodies found in search for divers
The pair had been missing since Saturday after going snorkelling.
Scribe freed from custody on electronic bail
Hip hop star had been in custody since August.
Search underway for two divers missing since Saturday
The pair - aged 23 and 51 - were diving recreationally for paua in Purakaunui Bay.
One in serious condition after six men attacked in Greymouth
Two men charged with assault with intent to injure are due to appear in court tomorrow.
Hundreds gather to farewell helicopter pilot Nick Wallis
Hundreds of mourners have assembled at a hangar in Wanaka for the funeral of Nick Wallis.
Students gather to remember Ōamaru 'hit-and-run' victim Zara Blackie
Zara Blackie was struck and killed near State Highway 1 this week.
Hit-and-run tragedy: Mum holds daughter's hand as rescuers work in vain
Blackie said she bore no ill will to the driver of the vehicle that struck her daughter.
Oamaru hit-and-run victim named
Zara Joy Blackie was killed in an alleged hit-and-run incident.
Kiwi dishing up his spuds to Harry and Meghan
"They have the pick of the world, of any food that they like and they've come to me."
Town in shock: Girl, 14, killed by hit-and-run driver
Following the crash the vehicle involved failed to stop.
Warm spring run continues ahead of cool change
Make the most of it because it is all about to change.
More sunny skies tipped for tomorrow
Spring sunshine coats New Zealand from Auckland to Invercargill.
Christchurch: Welcome back
Jesse Mulligan explores Christchurch and finds plenty for foodies, despite the diggers.
SH7 between Greymouth and Reefton reopened
Police responded to reports of a firearm being discharged in the area.
Stellar October weather to subside for brief cold change
Much of the country baked in the sunshine this weekend but that will briefly change.
Small Business: Tapping into growing greeting card market
Postcard creator Mark Baigent talks operating in a market with "horrendous" competition.
Body found in search for missing Queenstown man
The body was found about 8pm yesterday using underwater camera gear.
Judge to mentor students for Coast to Coast
The boys from Aotea College will be joining in the gruelling race next year.
'We just lost so much': Tribute to DoC ranger killed in chopper crash
"It's just a tragedy. We are just absolutely stunned. We don't know what to say."
Helicopter tragedy: Wallis brothers die in separate crashes
Police confirm there were no survivors in a helicopter crash in Wanaka today.