New ZealandLewis Pass blocked following truck crashMotorists are being told to expect delays as there are no detours.20 Nov 07:21 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDrugs, buried clothes and a hilltop mansion: The tragic end to US polo star's lifeOne tragedy. Two mates. Two stories. It was up to the jury to decide who to believe.20 Nov 05:30 AM
VideoCentral Otago's stunning bike trails are a must doDave Tomson shows off the incredible Central Otago cycle trails including the stunning Roxburgh Gorge Ride, the historic Clutha Gold Trail, and the new Lake Dunstan Trail connecting Cromwell to Clyde opening soon. Video / Grant BradleyWatch20 Nov 12:37 AM
EnvironmentBromley odours still on councillors' agendaCouncil is confident it could 'reduce the odour to a level where it is not offensive'.19 Nov 10:46 PM
New ZealandSerious injuries after truck rolls on to car in OamaruA truck has rolled onto its side while travelling under a railway overbridge in Oamaru.19 Nov 05:03 AM
New Zealand'Snuffed out too early': Families remember Pike River minersThe families of the Pike River miners say it's been a long 10 years.19 Nov 02:13 AM
New ZealandBlast ripped through, leaving 29 buried underground: Pike River, 10 years onToday, 114 families and friends will make the trip back up to the portal of the mine.18 Nov 08:43 PM
New ZealandUS polo star's spa pool death: Man 'freaked out' and buried her clothes 'to commemorate her life'"Freaking out" engineer says burying Lauren Biddle's clothes was an act of commemoration.18 Nov 12:25 AM
TravelMilestone: Elisabeth Easther on turning 50 on the West CoastWith exotic holiday plans on hold, a journey to the West Coast is full of highlights.17 Nov 03:36 AM
New ZealandUS polo star's spa pool death: Engineer suggested partygoers 'stick together', court hearsA first responder says Lauren Biddle was "completely dry" when they arrived.17 Nov 12:16 AM
New ZealandMechanic went 'crazy' moments before death, inquest hears"He's ... got the bulldozer and is ripping the place up," witness told 111 operator.16 Nov 06:44 AM
New ZealandUS polo star's spa pool death: Mates face off in courtJoseph McGirr is accused of giving ecstasy to Lauren Biddle before her 2018 death.16 Nov 03:58 AM
New ZealandUS polo star's spa pool death: Man denies giving her drugsJoseph McGirr also denies hiding Lauren Biddle's clothes after her 2018 death.15 Nov 10:36 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelClarke Gayford: 'Prettiest fishing destination on the planet'An unlikely spot in the South Island has become a desirable destination for trout anglers.15 Nov 01:26 AM
New ZealandWeather: Spring turns to summer in southThe nor'wester is doing its thing in eastern parts of the South Island today.14 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandSunny Saturday for North Island, weather watch in SouthIt's a stunning day in Auckland and most of the North Island today.13 Nov 11:06 PM
New ZealandQuake rebuild work winds down Kaikōura faces challengesThe 7.8 magnitude earthquake in 2016 caused widespread damage across the district.13 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandHeavily armed Kiwi teen's plan to shoot teachers, classmates: How school attack was thwartedTeen armed with semi-automatic rifle, shotgun, planned 'terrorist attack' on school.13 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandParamotor wreckage removed after West Coast fatal crashThe man is believed to be a Harihari local.13 Nov 01:31 AM
BusinessMayor calls for DB to hand over plant to GreymouthDB Breweries plans to move away from Greymouth, but Mayor Tania Gibson has a request.12 Nov 10:40 PM
New ZealandQueenstown wins international travel awardQueenstown beat Auckland, Cairns, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney for the honour.12 Nov 10:17 PM
New ZealandCounting the toll of the Lake Ōhau fireMore than 5000 hectares and multiple properties were burnt in the blaze.12 Nov 09:54 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHell in paradise: Aramoana's legacyThirty years on, survivors and victims' families remember the day hell came to Aramoana.12 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandPerson dies in one-car crash in Central OtagoPolice were called to the fatal crash in Tarras about 8.35pm.12 Nov 09:03 AM
New ZealandOne dead after South Island parachute crashThe Civil Aviation Authority will investigate the parachute crash.12 Nov 08:37 AM
TravelThe remarkable story of Fiordland's Dusky SoundA new book explores the history and conservation of this beautiful National Park.11 Nov 06:21 PM
New ZealandFugitive on the run for a month caught by police, following Facebook tauntsMathew Kidman, 40, said on social media: 'Catch me if you can'10 Nov 10:27 PM
New ZealandCDHB slammed for unjustified dismissal; must pay worker $42kThe CDHB was ordered to pay the worker $15,863.60 in lost wages and $27,000 compensation.10 Nov 07:45 PM
New Zealand'People are really seeing these large South Island black cats'Yes, the sightings are genuine, expert says. But they're almost certainly not panthers.10 Nov 01:34 AM
New ZealandStrict conditions: Parole board to monitor 'untreated' Blenheim sex abuse teacher Jaimee Cooney on releaseMore details have released about the parole conditions for a sex abusing former teacher10 Nov 12:35 AM
New ZealandBody of missing man found in Waikawa RiverIt's thought that the man was whitebaiting at the time.08 Nov 02:04 AM
New ZealandWeather: Wet for most, chilly for the southThere's snow on the way for some alpine passes as a cold front hits the South Island.07 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandRussian mariner dies in Lyttelton of 'natural causes'The man did not have Covid-19, and spent his two weeks' managed isolation in Auckland.07 Nov 01:33 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHell in paradise: Aramoana's legacyThirty years on, survivors and victims' families remember the day hell came to Aramoana.06 Nov 09:23 PM
