Man critical after shooting in Christchurch
A man is in a critical condition after being shot in Christchurch.
Victoria records fewest cases since June
Victoria records fewest cases since June
Covid hotspot Victoria has reported its lowest daily increase of infections in three months, putting it on course to relax a hard lockdown in Melbourne by the end of the month.
Johnson: second Covid wave inevitable
Johnson: second Covid wave inevitable
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he doesn't want another national lockdown, but new restrictions may be needed as the country is facing an "inevitable" second wave of Covid-19.
Gulf Livestock 1: 'Every possibility they're waiting to be rescued'
Gulf Livestock 1: 'Every possibility they're waiting to be rescued'
The spokesperson for the family of a New Zealand man missing at sea say there is every chance he is still alive and waiting to be rescued.
Covid-19: One new community case, one imported
Covid-19: One new community case, one imported
There are two new cases of Covid-19 in New Zealand reported today - one a recent returnee in managed isolation and one case in the community being investigated.
Auckland Central poll results out: Who's in front?
Auckland Central poll results out: Who's in front?
A new poll shows Green MP Chloe Swarbrick is coming third in the contest for the Auckland Central seat, which could be crucial in ensuring her party stays in Parliament.
Severe gales set to buffet South again
Severe gales set to buffet South again
After wreaking havoc last week, severe gales are set to return to the southern region for the start of the working week.
Women's rights champion Ruth Bader Ginsburg dies
Women's rights champion Ruth Bader Ginsburg dies
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a stalwart liberal on the US Supreme Court since 1993, has died at the age of 87.
Slow going over damaged Harbour Bridge
Slow going over damaged Harbour Bridge
Traffic on the Auckland Harbour Bridge is making slow progress as delays continue, after a truck toppled and damaged the superstructure.
National unveils energy policy 'better for the environment'
National unveils energy policy 'better for the environment'
National wants to reverse the Government's ban on oil and gas exploration.
Labour pledges to double sick leave, raise minimum wage
Labour pledges to double sick leave, raise minimum wage
The Labour Party is promising to double minimum sick leave entitlements for workers to 10 days a year and raise the minimum wage to $20 an hour.
Aim to delay consumption of alcohol
Aim to delay consumption of alcohol
School pupils are being introduced to alcohol at an increasingly younger age, making them more likely to develop poor drinking behaviours later in life, research shows.
Hopes for ‘innovative’ Maori, Pasifika fund
Hopes for ‘innovative’ Maori, Pasifika fund
It is hoped the creation of two ‘‘innovative’’ new funds will benefit Maori and Pasifika communities in Dunedin post-Covid.
Housing plan changes delayed
Housing plan changes delayed
Changes to Dunedin’s new district plan, to address the city’s shortfall in housing capacity, have been delayed by six months.
We just love our canine companions
We just love our canine companions
Dunedin is going to the dogs.
Accessibility details go online
Accessibility details go online
Outdoor adventures will be more accessible for people with varying levels of mobility, thanks to a new website.
Hangi raises funds for Student Voice Symposium
Hangi raises funds for Student Voice Symposium
Jody Takimoana and Desiree Williams lift food from a hangi in the Quad, at Otago Polytechnic yesterday, while Lorraine van der Laan (27, below) tries some.
Southern say: When does political art become an ad?
Southern say: When does political art become an ad?
The law governing elections is absolutely riven with inconsistencies, implausibilities and impracticalities, as anyone who has had to grapple with the Electoral Act 1993 can tell you.
Aerobics champs moved to Dunedin
Aerobics champs moved to Dunedin
The national aerobics championships have taken more than a bit of work to arrange thanks to Covid-19 restrictions. They'll be held at Otago Girls’ High School this weekend.
Wait now two years for dental treatment
Wait now two years for dental treatment
Parents joining the Dunedin dental school’s queue may have to wait up to two years for treatment because of a Covid-19 double whammy.