'Cherished mother, wife': Police officer dies after Nelson car ramming
Video of incident shows frenzied scene, officers restraining somebody as car speeds ahead.
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One person dies following two-vehicle crash in Selwyn District
The road remains closed after a scene examination.
Watch: Police car rammed, two officers critically injured
A member of the public was also seriously injured and taken to hospital.
Wet start to 2025 for holiday hotspots and main centres across NZ
The first day of 2025 is forecast to deliver rain to all the main centres.
New Year’s Eve weather: Chch fireworks show canned, East Coast thunder and downpour alert continues
MetService says showers and strong winds should ease for most as midnight approaches.
New Year’s Eve festivals under threat from rain, thunderstorms as ferries cancelled
A MetService-issued heavy rain watch is in place in Gisborne.
Hope-Smart murders: Reflections on infamous case as Watson awaits court for appeal decision
The 1998 murders of Ben Smart and Olivia Hope remain one of NZ's most talked about cases.
‘Thrown over the trees’: Shock as ‘little tornado’ picks up tent full of holidayers
The family are shocked — but luckily without bad injuries after the Canterbury incident.
‘Serious incident’: Three injured in Te Anau highway crash
Two people were taken to hospital in a critical condition.
'Presents were under the tree': Canterbury couple loses everything in Christmas Day fire
The couple's passports, birth certificates and Christmas presents were destroyed.
Holiday hotspot beaches close after separate shark sightings
'Dozens of people raced out of the water,' one witness said.
Two NZ spots named the 'greatest in the world' by Time
Have you visited these two world-class spots?
A Moment In Crime podcast: The monster next door, the ‘dungeon man’ and the cold-hearted killer
Crime journalist Anna Leask looks back at some of the strangest cases of her career.
‘Absolutely devastating’: Promising young rugby player killed in crash before Christmas
The 18-year-old has been described as a wonderful person who everyone loved.
This speed camera makes almost $1.5m in six months
The three top cameras collected $3.1 million during the first six months of 2024.
Serious crash blocks SH1 near Balclutha, multiple injured people reported
One person has been seriously injured and another three have moderate injuries.
‘Keep well away’: Tips for staying safe during wildfire season
Holidaymakers urged to plan for blazes as conditions change across NZ this summer.
Severe thunderstorm, rain warnings for Canterbury areas
MetService has issued two severe thunderstorm warnings and torrential rain is possible.
Searchers find ski pole in new hunt for missing Mt Cook climbers
Police have launched a new search for missing climbers.
Driver dead after car crashes into house, resident injured, taken to hospital
Motorists are to avoid the area if possible and expect delays.
Clear skies for Christmas Eve before Santa brings rain to town
Temperatures will range from the low to mid-20s on Christmas Day.
'A lot of zeroes': Central Otago family $5m richer after Powerball win
'It’s been a tough year and now we feel like we can breathe.'
Looking to hike more in 2024? The ultimate tramping guide for beginners
If you're new to NZ tramping, these top trails and huts will put you on the right path.
'Rain for most parts': Wet Christmas Day for much of New Zealand
Temperatures will range from the low to mid-20s on Christmas Day.
Fake Booking.com listing scams Kiwi family out of $10,000
Holiday home owners fear angry people will show up at their door demanding money.
Police name man who died in horror tour bus crash near Queenstown
The 36-year-old died on December 19.
Man charged with kidnapping baby after armed standoff with police
Police described it as a family harm incident.
Thundestorm alerts issued around NZ, motorists warned to take care
Motorists are being warned to drive 'carefully' as heavy falls start in Rotorua, Taupō.
North Island braces for thunderstorms, hail and heavy downpours
Motorists are being warned to drive 'extremely carefully'.
'Pothole Nation': Slow-moving road trips await Kiwi holidaymakers this summer
AA's message to drivers: Be prepared for roadie delays – be polite to road workers.
‘Can’t wait to move in for Christmas’: Richie McCaw reveals first pic of dream Wānaka house
Richie and Gemma McCaw are planning a new Wānaka life 'full of adventure'.
Pet food magnate speaks on luring V8 Supercars to the South Island
If approved, 2026 will see two Supercars events in NZ for the first time.
This is one of the world's best road trips - and it's in New Zealand
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Three dead following two South Island crashes
Two died in a crash in Greta Valley, and one in Albury.