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Wellington beaches closed after wastewater plant floods

The public are advised to avoid south coast beaches. Photo: RNZ

Wellington beaches closed after wastewater plant floods

Untreated water has been spewing into the sea after a shutdown of the Moa Point plant - and there's no quick-fix, says Wellington Water's CEO.

Shock as killer ducks feast on Bird of the Century chicks

Conservation workers were horrified to see graphic photos of pūteketeke chicks being hunted and eaten alive by mallard ducks.

Man shot by police after allegedly brandishing shotgun

A cordon is in place on Ulster Street in Hamilton. Photo: Libby Kirkby-McLeod

Man shot by police after allegedly brandishing shotgun

A man is in a critical condition after being shot by police in Hamilton.

Serial rapist Malcolm Rewa admits another attack

Serial rapist Malcolm Rewa admits another attack

Serial rapist Malcolm Rewa has admitted to sexually attacking another woman.

Motorcyclist killed in crash near Hanmer Springs named

Motorcyclist killed in crash near Hanmer Springs named

Police have released the name of the man who died in a motorcycle crash near Hanmer Springs last week.

Search for missing Christchurch mum stalls

The nationwide police search for a 39-year-old Christchurch mum who was last seen in Burwood in August has hit a wall.

'People are angry': Sewage stench meeting gets heated

Local musician and community advocate, Rebecca Robin, said the meeting with council staff in...

'People are angry': Sewage stench meeting gets heated

A Christchurch woman says she walked out in anger from a community meeting last night about a putrid-smelling sewage plant.

Police seek help to find stolen Olympic gold medal

Police have made a public appeal for information about the theft of an Olympic gold medal in Christchurch.

Major home insurer refuses new policies in Blenheim

An aerial view of Blenheim. Photo: Getty Images

Major home insurer refuses new policies in Blenheim

Blenheim residents say AA Insurance has stopped offering new home insurance policies in their town, following similar decisions in Westport and parts of greater Christchurch.

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Otago on track with BBC rail show

BBC crew (from left) former cabinet minister and presenter Michael Portillo, researcher Sakiko...

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Otago on track with BBC rail show

Featuring on a British travel show watched by millions is a special opportunity to get eyes on Otago’s scenic train journeys and grow tourism

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Fear Dunedin would dominate Otago governance

Christine Garey said it felt like "someone had a good idea and didn’t have a clue about the...

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Fear Dunedin would dominate Otago governance

The idea of Dunedin becoming the "imperial leader" of Otago has been called unworkable and absurd by the city’s own councillors.

Galer, Acklin to contest by-election

Jo Galer is running in the Dunedin City Council by-election, saying the council’s Queens Dr trial...

Galer, Acklin to contest by-election

A controversial car-free connection in Dunedin’s Town Belt has spurred a council candidacy, as the contender calls for an immediate halt to the Queens Dr trial.

Two injured in robbery

Police are investigating an alleged aggravated robbery in Dunedin which left two people injured.

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Green Island rugby sex-tape maker wants to be teacher

Thomas Ryan was sentenced to nine months’ supervision when he was sentenced last year. PHOTO:...

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Green Island rugby sex-tape maker wants to be teacher

A Dunedin man who made a secret sex tape and sent it to dozens of rugby mates has continued his battle to avoid conviction in his bid to become teacher.

Dunedin family awaits crucial drug decision

A nervous two-month wait is on the cards for the Dunedin parents of a 18-month-old with cystic fibrosis, as they decide whether to stay or go for the child’s health.