Trump rejects settling war with Iran
US President Donald Trump has raised the possibility of the war against Iran ending only once that country no longer has a functioning military or any remaining leadership in power.
Ardern supports grant targeting cervical cancer in Pacific
Ardern supports grant targeting cervical cancer in Pacific
The University of Auckland has found the incidence rate of cervical cancer is up to nine times higher in the Pacific Islands than in Australasia.
North Island's hidden quake risk
North Island's hidden quake risk
Scientists are uncovering previously unknown fault lines and signs of hidden earthquake activity across the North Island.
Full support of caucus, says Luxon
Full support of caucus, says Luxon
The Prime Minister has told Newstalk ZB none of his Cabinet colleagues have told him to reconsider his future, saying "all of them" back him.
Sewage plant disaster exposes deeper problems: expert
Sewage plant disaster exposes deeper problems: expert
Public health experts warn the catastrophic failure of Wellington's Moa Point wastewater treatment plant exposes deep, systemic problems with NZ's infrastructure management.
Trump demands Iran's 'unconditional surrender'
Trump demands Iran's 'unconditional surrender'
US President Donald Trump has demanded Iran's "unconditional surrender" - a dramatic escalation one week into the war he launched alongside Israel.
Paramedic and truck driver seriously hurt
Paramedic and truck driver seriously hurt
A Hato Hone St John paramedic and an LPG delivery driver have been seriously injured in a crash on State Highway 1, north of Levin.
Middlemarch family flees burning home, busy day for crews
Middlemarch family flees burning home, busy day for crews
It was a particularly busy day for firefighters, called to five serious blazes throughout the South.
Fatal crash near Karitane
Fatal crash near Karitane
One person has died following a serious crash near Karitane.
Hercules sent for Kiwis in Middle East
Hercules sent for Kiwis in Middle East
A RNZ Air Force Hercules is set to depart from Auckland's Whenuapai air base for the Middle East to help any Kiwis stranded by the US-Iran conflict.
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No breakdown of data on breakdowns: Fenz
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No breakdown of data on breakdowns: Fenz
Firefighters are ‘‘astonished’’ their employers don't keep exact records of truck breakdowns, after being told for months they were ‘‘exaggerating the truth’’ about the fragility of their fleet.
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Priority to talk to Dart owner: liquidator
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Priority to talk to Dart owner: liquidator
A liquidator of Dart Engineering says it is a priority to talk to business owner Regan Williamson, who is now living in Canada.
Council’s capital spend programme unclear
Council’s capital spend programme unclear
Plan for the Dunedin City Council’s capital expenditure remain up in the air, as uncertainty lingers about how the programme is going right now.
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Latest game surpasses global giants
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Latest game surpasses global giants
The latest game created by Dunedin game studio Runaway Play overtook global giants such as Fortnite, Candy Crush and Among Us on just the first day of its launch.
Toitū towing victims get apology for signage
Toitū towing victims get apology for signage
Those fined for parking in areas for cruise ship buses outside Toitū will get a reprieve as an olive branch is offered for those who have been hit in the pocket.
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International Women’s Day event ‘epic’
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International Women’s Day event ‘epic’
A trio of leaders in diverse fields shared their experiences and accomplishments with Dunedin women over breakfast.
Standing for pay equity
Standing for pay equity
Members of the NZ Nurses’ Organisation, along with supporters, wear purple in solidarity to mark International Women’s Day on Sunday and support those fighting for pay equity in NZ.
Beachgoers thrilled by sweltering sun surprise
Beachgoers thrilled by sweltering sun surprise
St Kilda Beach was heaving yesterday as crowds swarmed to take a dip and escape the sweltering heat.
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‘Critic’ size cut a mistake by OUSA: former editor
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‘Critic’ size cut a mistake by OUSA: former editor
The Otago University Students’ Association has not ruled out returning Critic Te Arohi to a more comprehensive format if the student community wants that.
Farmer, weed cutters make grim roadside discovery
Farmer, weed cutters make grim roadside discovery
An Ōtorohanga farmer was shocked when her and a group of weed controllers stumbled across a human skeleton in an area of privet bush near State Highway 3 this morning.