Govt looks 'increasingly unprepared' on fuel: Hipkins
Labour is accusing the government of looking "increasingly unprepared" when it comes to the country's fuel stocks.
Missing NZ monk may have 'long term hypothermia'
Missing NZ monk may have 'long term hypothermia'
The founder of monastery on a remote Scottish island where a New Zealand monk disappeared said it was believed he had been suffering from "long term hypothermia".
Quake near major Aussie gold mine 'like an explosion'
Quake near major Aussie gold mine 'like an explosion'
A record-breaking earthquake near one of Australia's biggest gold mines has been felt along the east coast, with locals describing explosions, shaking and rattling.
ODT among NZ's most-trusted news brands
ODT second on most-trusted news brand list
The Otago Daily Times has been named New Zealand’s second-most trusted news brand, in the annual Trust in News in Aotearoa New Zealand 2026 report.
Review after Sir Rod Drury misconduct claims
Review by Xero after misconduct claims against former chief exec Sir Rod Drury
Accounting software giant Xero has launched a review into its handling of historic misconduct allegations about former CEO and Queenstown resident Sir Rod Drury.
Irish lawmakers quit over govt's response to fuel protests
Irish lawmakers quit over govt's response to fuel protests
Two lawmakers backing the Irish government have withdrawn their support in protest over its response to a wave of public demonstrations against surging fuel prices.
'Devastating': Dead wildlife strewn across dry lakebed
'Devastating': Dead wildlife strewn across dry lakebed
An investigation has been launched after thousands of eels and other aquatic life were found dead or dying in what iwi have described as a “devastating scene”.
Wild winds for parts of South, chance of snow on roads
Wild winds for parts of South, chance of snow on roads
Gale-force winds are on the way for some in the South, including Dunedin, and there is the chance of snow on some higher roads in the region.
Wheelchair user hit on Dunedin pedestrian crossing
Wheelchair user hit on Dunedin pedestrian crossing
A wheelchair user was taken to hospital after they were hit by a car on a Dunedin pedestrian crossing.
Australian tour 'an experiment' for Prince Harry, Meghan
Australian tour 'an experiment' for Prince Harry, Meghan
A visit seemingly fit for royalty is set to serve as a commercial experiment for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex as their Australian tour enters its second day.
Support workers say government fuel help 'a joke'
Support workers say government fuel help 'a joke'
Support workers suggest the government spend a day with them to understand why an increase to 82 cents per kilometre is a joke.
Iran talks could resume 'over next two days': Trump
Iran talks could resume 'over next two days': Trump
Talks to end the Iran war could resume in Pakistan over the next two days, US President Donald Trump says.
Canterbury café gets hospital calls after AI glitch
Canterbury café gets hospital calls after AI glitch
The phone has been ringing off the hook at a Timaru café, but many of the callers are trying to reach the local hospital after Google's AI mixed up their phone numbers.
Queues clear at Auckland Airport after security breach caused delays
Queues clear at Auckland Airport after security breach caused delays
Long queues at Auckland Airport are starting to clear after a security breach caused major delays this morning.
Ministry document claims 'no evidence' hundreds without shelter
Ministry document claims 'no evidence' hundreds without shelter
A government document says it is a "narrative" that hundreds of New Zealanders live without shelter, and there is "no evidence" to validate that.
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Reduced waiting times aim of new unit
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Reduced waiting times aim of new unit
A new nurse-led unit at Dunedin Hospital aimed at reducing the burden of the pressured emergency department (ED) is now fully operational.
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Firm owes $5.4m after owner flees: report
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Firm owes $5.4m after owner flees: report
A defunct Otago engineering company owes nearly $5.4 million after its owner fled overseas, according to documents released yesterday.
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Speight’s brewing now electric-powered
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Speight’s brewing now electric-powered
Speight's are brewing up a sustainable future by becoming the first Lion-owned brewery to install an electric boiler.
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$25k bus stop extension to stop snarl debated
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$25k bus stop extension to stop snarl debated
Extending a bus stop in central Dunedin could cost up to $25,000, as a tree, lamppost, bench and rubbish bins would need to make way.
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Staff shortages affecting care: rest-home resident
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Staff shortages affecting care: rest-home resident
A Mossbrae rest-home resident is not happy with his care, saying there has been no hot water in his room for more than two weeks and night-time meals are inedible.