New Zealand'Dumb move': How a hunter misidentified target before fatal Stewart Island shootingPolice say Paul Stevens fired from 20m at movement he thought was a deer.16 Dec 09:35 PM
New ZealandHunter pleads guilty over Stewart Island shooting death of Jock DaviesPaul Stevens admitted causing the death during a Stewart Island hunting trip.15 Dec 10:08 PM
New Zealand'Lucky we weren’t out there with the kids': 'Mini tornado' lifts farm equipment 20m in airOne central Christchurch resident said the weather had 'gone crazy'.15 Nov 03:00 AM
New Zealand'We love you Jocko': Hundreds pay tribute to Stewart Island hunting accident victim14 Jul 04:21 AM
New ZealandMan dies on hunting trip on Stewart Island, police launch investigationSearch and Rescue team flying above remote island spotted man dead near Lords River. 05 Jul 11:39 PM
New ZealandSevere weather warnings as heavy rain, strong winds approach the countryA front is sweeping in from the Tasman Sea.25 May 02:44 AM
KahuMuttonbirding: 'It's a part of who we are'Daniel Tarrant is harvesting tītī on Rakiura's tītī islands.10 May 09:35 AM
Travel newsJetstar passenger says ‘dozens’ were left without bags including vital gear and medicationAlison Boyce was heading to Stewart Island, but her bag was left in Auckland.18 Feb 05:47 AM
New ZealandHow La Niña could bring sharks back to NZ shores this summerDespite recent warnings one man is excited about the promise of more sharks in the region.14 Jan 04:03 PM
New ZealandKiwi completes incredible run across NZ and AustraliaCurly Jacobs says he soon learned to leave the Aussie wildlife alone.16 May 02:43 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionFast-track bill: Shane Jones fires up over 'Nimbys' hobbling the economyAquaculture projects will be among the first in line for consents.11 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Drastically unfair’: The landowner facing a 500 per cent rates hikeThe Christchurch-based owner has challenged the proposed increase.04 Mar 02:53 AM
New ZealandRain on its way for Auckland, set to spoil Black Caps T20Meteorologist's gloomy forecast spells doom for cricket fans today.24 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandPest influx: Rodents may have crossed strait to Stewart IslandA possible mouse caught on Rakiura pest monitoring cameras has sparks concern.19 Feb 01:57 AM
TravelGuests disgruntled after booking Stewart Island cruise but getting Timaru instead2000 cruise passengers have been told their trip now looks drastically different.16 Sep 02:58 AM
New ZealandWeather: Damaging, strong winds to smash much of country this weekendThe weekend wind may cause damage to trees, powerlines and unsecured structures.15 Sep 05:00 PM
EntertainmentDavid Hasselhoff and Rhys Darby 'having a great time' on Stewart IslandThe stars are spending a couple of days in the south filming a television show.05 Sep 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Masters of camouflage' settle into new surroundingsBunker, Ōtepoti, Motupōhue and Māhutonga stake their spots after exploring mountain home.24 Aug 01:44 AM
New ZealandFrank Film: Looking for New Zealand’s most elusive birdBuckingham has been on the trail of the South Island kōkako since 1977.14 Aug 05:00 AM
KahuKākāpō to live on the mainland, first time in 40 yearsThe move of four male kākāpō aims to safeguard the future of the vulnerable birds.20 Jul 11:11 PM
TravelGreat Walk bookings return with a spring in their stepPlanning for the summer walking season is back on track.12 Jul 02:03 AM
TravelLibraries and old-fashioned letters: An inspiration for modern travelTravel trends that may seem anything but trendy.27 Nov 01:00 AM
TravelI heard you like the wild ones: Stewart Island's native wildlifeWhere to see, spot and appreciate the best of Stewart Island's wildest inhabitants.16 Nov 03:00 AM
TravelTravel Alerts: Where to find relaxation with a side of luxe on Rakiura Stewart IslandWant to get back to nature? Book yourself a PurePod on NZ's southernmost haven16 Oct 03:30 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExplained: The 'summer switch' about to bring warm days to NZAfter a chilly start, the back-half of October marks a slide into summery temperatures.16 Oct 12:37 AM
New Zealand27-hour rainmaker: Slip closes highway, heavy downfall warnings for northRain descends on the North Island just in time for the school holidays.01 Oct 01:45 AM
EnvironmentRat invasion puts Ulva Island's predator-free sanctuary status at riskUlva Island is famous for being a predator-free sanctuary for native birds.01 Jun 10:15 PM
