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Palestinians inspect the site of an Israeli strike yesterday, in Gaza City. Photo: Reuters

More than 30 killed by Israeli airstrikes in Gaza

Israel pounded Gaza on Saturday with some of its most intense airstrikes since the October ceasefire, killing more than 30 people including three girls from one family, in attacks on houses, tents and a police station.

Specialist team to investigate Akaroa ferry grounding

The stricken catamaran during the rescue operation. Photo: Screenshot / Supplied

Specialist team to investigate Akaroa ferry grounding

A dedicated investigation team from the Transport Accident Investigation Commission will be on the ground in Akaroa, following the grounding of a Black Cat ferry on Saturday afternoon.

Final victim of landslide confirmed as Jacqualine Wheeler

Jacqualine Wheeler was a respected member of the equestrian community. Photo: supplied

Final victim of landslide confirmed as Jacqualine Wheeler

Jacqualine Suzanne Wheeler, 71, from Rotorua has been formally identified as a victim of the Mount Maunganui landslide.

More than 40 rescued before tourist boat capsizes

Chris Friedman and girlfriend Alona, after the boat they were on sank in Akaroa. Photo: Chris...

More than 40 rescued before tourist boat capsizes

A passenger aboard a tourist boat that ran aground outside Akaroa Heads on Banks Peninsula on Saturday says some on board were panicked and crying.

Mount Maunganui landslide: Rotorua grandmother's remains identified

Rotorua woman Susan Knowles has been formally identified as a victim of the Mt Maunganui...

Mount Maunganui landslide: Rotorua grandmother's remains identified

The remains of Rotorua property manager Susan Knowles have been formally identified by the coroner.

More than 3 million pages of Epstein files released

A redacted image released by the Justice Department showing some of Epstein's allies and...

More than 3 million pages of Epstein files released

The US Justice Department has published millions of new files related to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, including numerous references to Elon Musk, Howard Lutnick and Donald Trump, among others.

More than 200 killed in mine collapse

Laborers dig at the Rubaya coltan mine, in the town of Rubaya, which is controlled by M23 rebels,...

More than 200 killed in mine collapse

More than 200 people were killed this week in a collapse at the Rubaya coltan mine in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

One in five schools scrutinised by ERO needs support or intervention

ERO is unable to tell RNZ if it's making more recommendations for support or intervention in...

One in five schools scrutinised by ERO needs support or intervention

One in five schools recently scrutinised by the Education Review Office needs external support or intervention.

Witness describes 'desperate' scenes following fatal crash

Flowers left at the base of a power pole that was replaced after being struck in the crash. Photo...

Witness describes 'desperate' scenes following fatal crash

A witness to Friday night's fatal crash in Port Chalmers says residents had noticed the vehicle being driven recklessly in the area before it smashed into a power pole.

Scott Watson denied parole for fifth time

Convicted murderer Scott Watson has been in prison since 1999. Photo: Pool / John Kirk-Anderson

Scott Watson denied parole for fifth time

Convicted double-murderer Scott Watson has been declined parole for a fifth time, with the parole board suggesting he address a number of their concerns ahead of his next appearance later this year.

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‘Liar’ Weatherston denied parole

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‘Liar’ Weatherston denied parole

Clayton Weatherston says blaming his victim for the frenzied murder he committed was "completely wrong".

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Build makes list of over-budget projects

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Build makes list of over-budget projects

The almost complete new Dunedin hospital outpatient building is one of the government’s most over-budget projects.

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Shipping giant adds Dunedin service

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Shipping giant adds Dunedin service

Apples, timber, meat and more will soon have a direct shipping link to China from Dunedin for the first time since 2020.

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Fonterra deal gives certainty: Port Otago

Port Otago customer general manager Craig Usher points to a 34,200sq m dairy export warehouse in...

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Fonterra deal gives certainty: Port Otago

Port Otago says Fonterra’s signing of a 35-year lease for a large warehouse is a "win-win" that will give both companies more certainty and allow them to invest for the future.

Street art process set to unfold

The proposed mural for the side wall of the building at 197 King Edward St facing Carey Ave....

Street art process set to unfold

More street art in action will soon be seen in South Dunedin.

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Subjected to ‘stalking-type behaviour’

The Dunedin District Court. PHOTO: ODT FILES

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Subjected to ‘stalking-type behaviour’

A Dunedin man subjected his former partner to "stalking-type behaviour", including slashing her tyre, threatening to poison her dogs and secretly installing a camera where she was living.

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