Pilot in fatal chopper crash 'became disorientated in dark'
Dan Harrison, 36, was flying his helicopter near Lawrence when he crashed.
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Knife-wielding woman threatens pedestrians
The woman was arrested after waving a knife at two members of the public.
Man bashed and blackmailed over alleged underage sex deal
A man was attacked and blackmailed after agreeing to meet in an Ōamaru park.
The rise, fall, and rise again of Dunedin’s famed live music scene
The Herald takes a look at the famed 'Dunedin sound' music scene.
Man who killed toddler was on bail and just been allowed access to children
His conditions were varied after CYFs said it had no safety concerns about him.
Show Day: When country comes to town
NZ's largest agricultural and pastoral show celebrates its 160th anniversary this week.
Firm to pay $735k over truck driver's death
The judge apologised to victims as sentencing was more than six years after the accident.
Police speak to youth who sparked Bayfield High School lockdown
Bayfield High in Dunedin was subject to an armed lockdown after a threat to the school.
Hunt for new Gore District Council CEO heats up
Former council chief financial officer announces his intention to seek the top job.
Drink-driver at almost seven times legal limit
Police were called to a Perth St property in Oamaru at 2pm on November 10.
Officers who apprehended Christchurch shooter believed he had bombs in his vehicle
A radio transcript read to the Coroners Court: 'We’ve got one offender'.
'I was so high': Man 'ransacked' golf shed in full hazmat suit
The man was 'so high' he left his wallet and ID behind in the shed.
Which National League football clubs are pushing young Kiwi talent the most?
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'It was horrific': Spooked horse breaks rider's eye socket, cheekbone
A sea lion roared at the horse rider when she accidentally rode into its view.
Ngāi Tahu CEO Tumahai steps down after six years
Lisa Tumahai is challenging the next generation of Ngāi Tahu to step up.
Brawl leads to multiple arrests at Addington Cup Day
Thousands dressed up for the biggest day on Canterbury’s social calendar.
Group of locals band together to save rural Southland pub
The Waikaka pub has been community hub for decades.
Dunedin school lockdown lifted, nothing of concern found - police
The school received a threat by email around 8.45am.
'Abhorrent behaviour': Teen Labour candidate reveals death threats
Ethan Reille received verbal abuse and via email.
Claim of ‘rife bullying’ by irrigating farmers
Springvale farmer expects irrigation water rights issue to end up in court.
Road to the Cup: An inside look into training a champion
The Herald heads to the beach at dawn as harness-racing hopefuls train on sand and surf.
'Could’ve died': Helicopter pilot who flew into high tension wire fined
Callum Fisher was flying an Airbus AS350 on the return leg of a scenic flight.
Israel-Hamas war: NZ mayor leads calls for ceasefire
‘No enduring peace may be secured by war’, mayor says in open letter.
Man who vanished with cryptic note on door last sighted 640km away
63-year-old Stewart Willis is believed to have been spotted near Te Anau last month.
Cup Day fashion: A top judge reveals what's hot and what's not
Fashion in the field judge gives tips and trends ahead of Cup Day in Christchurch.
Hot and bothered: Fan thief brandished 'gun' at shop staff
As temperatures climbed on Saturday, a Dunedin man stole fans while waving a firearm.
'Absolutely gutted': Nelson homicide victim remembered by loved ones
Whiri Barton died after an incident on Friday night, police are investigating.
Bar-goer smashes glass into man's neck, leaves 'gaping' wound
A fight broke out after the offender had consumed up to 20 drinks and got aggressive.
The global stars that annoyed NZ's small towns
Hell hath no fury like a small town New Zealand community going up against an A-lister.
Rain warnings in place for much of the South Island’s west coast
Heavy rain may cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly in the South Island this week.
‘The numbers double every week’: Hundreds gather in Dunedin to urge for ceasefire in pro-Palestine rally
Hundreds of people gathered in Dunedin to demand a ceasefire in Palestine.
Fatal crash near Ashburton - one dead, police investigating
Police have confirmed one person died in the crash.
Wētā Workshop creates giant figure of West Coast warrior
Descendants of Poutini Ngāi Tahu chief Tūhuru bless Pounamu Pathway.
Former council candidate harassed, photographed neighbours
Gervais O’Reilly made numerous complaints to Waitaki District Council about neighbours.