Kody Mosen accelerated heavily, evaded police spikes and sideswiped another vehicle.

Two months after fire gutted bus in Cromwell, tourists disappointed with treatment.

Almost 30mm of rain has hammered the Bay of Plenty but it's not stopping surfers.

Department stores need to evolve to combat the rise of online shopping.

Aimee Burton talks about how an ultimatum got her started on her business journey.

Police want to hear from anyone who saw an older-model Ford leaving the area.

Three people have been hurt after a crash while out riding.

The solo occupant was airlifted to Dunedin hospital by a St John helicopter.

There's no reason to put off a holiday break in Christchurch, writes Alexia Santamaria.

Ed Sheeran's triple-concert stop in Dunedin is set to be immortalised with an $8k mural.

Scientists expect to find some "pretty pathetic" examples in post-summer snowline survey.

Southern Response Chairman Ross Butler says its security was needed to protect staff.

An off-duty firefighter riding his motorbike came across the crash and helped the man.

A 36-year-old woman was found to have excess breath alcohol after a police pursuit.

Dunedin man has been found guilty of killing his best friend following a boozy argument.

Two options offer areas for new reserves, but environment group calls process "flawed".

Locals have knickers in a twist over freedom campers' 'disgusting' behaviour.

Police are carrying out a scene investigation where a man's body was found in Timaru.

Some parts of the south may be in for rain, but the rest of the country is better off.

Canterbury DHB has issued a warning after a 51-year-old man ate toxic berries.

Plush pad 'Villa Manata' was advertised on Booking.com – but it doesn't exist.

Belinda Feek enjoys the natural beauty of Queen Charlotte Sound.

Company was yesterday convicted on charges stemming from crash.

Crown says Blackler attacked his flatmate and left him face down, where he was found dead.

"I copped a whole heap of abuse then she went to punch me in the face," victim says.

Determined teen had "amazing recovery" in spite of the first 48 hours not going to plan.

Blenheim Airport recorded 199mm, or four times the normal amount of rain for the area.

Emergency crews responded at about 11.30am.

One person has died after a car crashed into a tree in the South Island.

Police are calling for help from the public as they search for a cricket bat.