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'These kids weren’t bad kids': Teenage mum fights for life after fatal crash
Family are caring for her baby while she recovers in hospital.
Scenic questions consents for at-risk Franz Josef
Why are authorities still issuing building consents in the area?
Mother’s grief after disabled son dies following cigarette accident
Adam Duncan suffered from Huntington's Disease and died after burning a third of his body.
Inside the search for Yanfei Bao: ‘We just want some answers’
More than two weeks on from Yanfei Bao's disappearance, the search continues.
Pedestrian hit on crossing in Dunedin
A 54-year-old woman was hit by a vehicle when walking across a pedestrian crossing.
Dairy owner speaks of 'psychological shadow' after axe, knife attack
The traumatised man now plans to shut his shop's doors.
Road closures due to snow and strong winds
Snow has closed many South Island roads and the North Island is being warned to brace for snow and strong winds as a winter storm hitting New Zealand moves up the country.
Gloriavale leader Howard Temple accused of indecently assaulting 10 girls
Court documents allege the 83-year-old is accused of 24 charges of indecent assault.
Yanfei Bao disappearance: Family issue ‘heartfelt’ thank you to public
Yanfei Bao was last seen alive on July 19.
Nelson Māori land claim returns to High Court
It is one of the largest litigations against the Crown in New Zealand's history.
Photos show heavy snowfall, apline roads closed in south
Southern regions in for more snow, and strong winds of up to 130km/h are forecast.
Couple nearing retirement start over after quake haven home burns
Firefighters allegedly considered aborting the job due to the heat of the blaze.
'You have taken my joy': Man who killed baby girl sentenced to jail
Daniel Wallis admitted killing 5-month-old Hope Elizabeth Wallis McFall-Schultz in 2022.
‘Charge them safely’: Second property fire caused by e-scooter in two days sparks warning
Yesterday's fire in Christchurch is now confirmed to have sparked from an e-scooter.
Tribute for Twizel crash victim talks of ‘prior turmoil’ for family
The victim's father has been battling cancer before the weekend crash occurred.
Man drove car into Lake Wānaka and around willow
Man decided to take 'foolish' joyride around Wānaka tree after drinking.
Christchurch city councillor increases home security after threatening online comments
The social media posts about Sara Templeton included sharing her home address.
Sex attack did not stop until police arrived
Victim says she has forgiven her rapist for the brutal assault.
Frank Film: The pies have it
Franz Lieber dreamed to extend the Kiwi taste in pies beyond mince and cheese.
‘Serious’ injuries in West Coast crash as helicopter dispatched
Police said the highway will be closed 'for some time'.
Teen got mum's car stuck and needed police help - but didn't have a licence
The teen told officers he didn't know how to use the brake in order to change gears.
'Triple whammy': Gales, heavy rain, snow as 'blizzard-like' storm nears
MetService has issued a 'triple-whammy' of strong wind, heavy snow, heavy rain watches.
Yanfei Bao mystery: Photos reveal enormity of task facing police
Yanfei Bao was last seen alive on July 19.
Car rolls on dangerous Canterbury road after morning crash
There have been at least 10 crashes in 13 years on the stretch of Tram Rd.
Invercargill police investigate shooting that left man critically injured
The circumstances are not clear at this stage, police said of the incident.
‘Massive gap’ around Westport flood protection expectations
Westport residents to be waiting until 2024 to find out how they will be flood-protected.
'Made our life difficult': Developer quits Queenstown project, citing neighbour pains
Prominent property developer said neighbours 'still wanted to have a crack at us'.
One seriously injured after car hits house in Twizel
A car has "come off the road and into a section and ended up against the side of a house".
Swipe right: Small, cute and a big fan of anchovies based in Oamaru
On a trip to Oamaru, these irresistible residents will steal your heart.
Man jailed for assault on pensioner at Botanic Gardens
Man off his anti-anxiety meds attacked pensioner in Dunedin Botanic Gardens.
Department of Conservation kicks iwi off Queenstown river site
A tiny community overstaying on a wildlife reserve has been served trespass notices.
'Shattered hearts': Friends launch appeal for missing estate agent Yanfei Bao
It's been 10 days since Yanfei Bao was last seen alive.
‘I can’t eat’: Mystery illness ruins young woman’s life
The ex-fitness trainer wants her normal life back and is seeking medical help in Germany.