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Labour would put 'cost of living first', Hipkins says

Labour leader Chris Hipkins. Photo: Getty Images

Labour would put 'cost of living first', Hipkins says

Labour leader Chris Hipkins has taken aim at the government's cost of living and climate policies in his State of the Nation speech in Auckland.

Dogs impounded after 'concerning' Christchurch attack

The scene of Saturday's dog attack in Bryndwr. Photo: Sam Sherwood / RNZ

Dogs impounded after 'concerning' Christchurch attack

A veterinary specialist says it was shocking to see another serious dog attack in Christchurch over the weekend, just days after a woman was mauled to death in Northland.

NZ to have among best views for lunar eclipse

A total lunar eclipse cast a "blood moon" over the night sky, captured in Beijing, China, in...

NZ to have among best views for lunar eclipse

It might pay to stay up late next week with a total lunar eclipse taking place.

Third person dies after Marlborough crash

Third person dies after Marlborough crash

A third person has died after two vehicles collided on State Highway 1 in Marlborough.

Jail and home detention for dairy robbery

The On the Spot store on Hamill Rd in Halswell, where the aggravated robbery took place. Photo:...

Jail, home detention for dairy robbery

A lone operator at a Christchurch dairy was left terrified after a group rushed into her store, confronted her with a machete and made demands for cash, cigarettes, vapes and confectionery.

Last minute update adds more confusion to new UK passport rules

Last minute update adds more confusion to new UK passport rules

Changes to the United Kingdom's entry requirements for dual citizens come into force on Wednesday, but a last-minute update has added further confusion according to travel agents.

HNZ redundancy payouts labelled a 'disgraceful waste of money'

HNZ redundancy payouts labelled a 'disgraceful waste of money'

Spending millions on redundancy payouts for non-clinical staff at Health NZ is a "disgraceful waste of money", says the PSA union.

Lake Alice victim memorial unveiled

The memorial pays tribute to Lake Alice survivors, and those who have died. Photo: RNZ/Jimmy...

Lake Alice victim memorial unveiled

In the 1970s the Lake Alice child and adolescent unit near Marton was a place of horror for the children tortured there.

Crash closes lane on motorway

Emergency services attend a crash on the Southern Motorway in Dunedin this morning. Photo:...

Crash closes lane on motorway

Dunedin's Caversham Bypass Motorway was down to one lane for a short time this morning following a crash.

Barker's in a jam over wastewater

An aerial view of the reserve, the water ponds, and the Barker's blocks and factory. Photo:...

Barker's in a jam over wastewater

The Barkers jam maker is already in trouble with its neighbours over stinky wastewater ponds, and now it wants to dump the waste on to DOC land.

E-scooter injuries increase, young people most impacted

E-scooter injuries have risen, according to ACC claims data. Photo: Gerard O'Brien

E-scooter injuries increase, young people most impacted

Newly-released ACC data shows claims for e-scooter injuries are on the rise, with children and young people among the most affected.

Cost of student living continues to rise

The price of rents on Castle St has continued to increase each year, according to students who...

Cost of student living continues to rise

Students have said they have found studying in Dunedin very expensive, and rent was "ridiculously expensive".

Hopes dog attacks will spark law change

An animal control officer communicates with a roaming dog (file image). Photo: RNZ / Felix Walton

Hopes dog attacks will spark law change

Auckland Council is hoping recent tragic dog attacks, including a fatal attack, will make the government step in and make changes.

Festivities herald Chinese New Year

Elaine Everett, of Dunedin, takes in the festivities.

Festivities herald Chinese New Year

Thousands attended Chinese New Year of the Horse celebrations at Lan Yuan Gardens in Dunedin on Saturday.

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Romantasy a feature of new shop

Colette Palmer, left, and Jasmine Begg, of The Ink Pot, use a rolling library ladder at the...

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Romantasy a feature of new shop

Love was certainly in the air in central Dunedin at the weekend, as crowds of eager readers took the chance to peruse the city’s newest, and only, independent romance bookstore.

Dozens take Three Peaks orientation run

Runners put themselves through a gruelling Three Peaks "orientation" starting at Woodhaugh St...

Dozens take Three Peaks orientation run

Dunedin's dire summer has not deterred entries for this year’s Three Peaks race, with numbers already near capacity.

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$1000 to $3000 water breach fines in draft

Water pipes wait to be laid. PHOTO: GERARD O'BRIEN

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$1000 to $3000 water breach fines in draft

A new bylaw could be needed to enable the Dunedin City Council to manage its water supply network effectively, safely and in alignment with new legislation.

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