Three dead in 'tragic' North Island crash
Three people have died after a car ended up in a body of water on Masters Rd in Waiuku.
Otago has 'work to do' before getting out of new 'federation'
Otago has 'work to do' before getting out of new 'federation'
Vocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds says the government will look at removing Otago Polytechnic from its newly created "federation" model but there was still a "little bit of work to do" for the institute to get to a surplus.
'Terrified for Malachi's safety': Cousin tells of attempts to save boy
'Terrified for Malachi's safety': Cousin tells of attempts to save boy
The cousin of murdered five-year-old Malachi Subecz has detailed her efforts to rescue the young boy from his abusive caregiver.
Fog delays more than a dozen Dunedin flights
Fog delays more than a dozen Dunedin flights
Dunedin Airport had 13 flight disruptions today due to persistent fog.
KiwiRail workers banned from using sleep meds
2500 KiwiRail workers banned from using sleep meds
KiwiRail has banned approximately 2500 of its workers from using melatonin and Zopiclone, citing safety concerns.
Rare humpback birth in Kaikōura
Rare humpback birth in Kaikōura
In a breathtaking display of nature’s wonder, Wings Over Whales pilot Sam Hamill and his guests witnessed the remarkable birth of a humpback calf off the coast of Kaikōura.
Woman accused of killing mum spent $155K on crypto in a year
Woman accused of killing mum spent $155K on crypto in a year
The Crown says murder-accused Julia DeLuney used money from her mother to pay off credit card debt and invest further in crypto-currency.
Texas flood death toll rises to 131 as new storms loom
Texas flood death toll rises to 131 as new storms loom
The official tally of storm-related deaths across Texas has risen to 131 as authorities warn of yet another round of heavy rains 10 days after a flash flood that transformed the Guadalupe River into a killer torrent.
The Stags visit Clare House
The Stags visit Clare House
The excitement was high at Radius Clare House as staff and residents welcomed the much-loved Southland Stags.
A slice of Italy in Dunedin's St Clair
A slice of Italy in Dunedin's St Clair
A Dunedin seaside suburb is becoming a haven for Italian expats and foodies alike.
'Unacceptable': Cannabis cake taken to shared lunch at hospital
'Unacceptable': Cannabis cake taken to shared lunch at hospital
Health Minister Simeon Brown says police are investigating after two staff members at Hawke's Bay Hospital ended up in ED after eating a cannabis cake.
Seymour to withdraw scathing letter to UN
Seymour to withdraw UN letter after rebuke from PM
Regulations Minister David Seymour says he will withdraw a scathing letter to a United Nations official after being given a telling-off by the prime minister.
Bailey bridge considered for flood-prone Canterbury stream
Bailey bridge considered for flood-prone Canterbury stream
A Bailey bridge, commonly used as a temporary structure or in emergencies, is one option being considered to give residents more reliable road access.
Postie knocked down in Dunedin driveway
Postie knocked down in Dunedin driveway
A Dunedin postie was treated by ambulance officers after being knocked off his motorbike in a Dunedin driveway.
Daughter died after aristocrat went on the run
Daughter died after aristocrat went on the run
A British aristocrat and her partner have been convicted of the manslaughter of their baby daughter through gross negligence.
'Lucky no-one killed' as tornado hits campground
'Lucky no-one killed' as tornado hits campground
The man who rescued someone trapped after what has been described a tornado in Northland says it's lucky no-one died.
Trump threatens Russia sanctions, unveils Ukraine weapons plan
Trump threatens Russia sanctions, unveils Ukraine weapons plan
US President Donald Trump has announced new weapons for Ukraine and threatened sanctions on buyers of Russian exports unless Russia agrees to a peace deal.
Vaccine hesitancy growing in at-risk communities
Vaccine hesitancy growing in at-risk communities
A growing number of families living in communities most vulnerable to infectious disease outbreaks are refusing to have their children vaccinated.
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Student’s vegan chocolate a hit
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Student’s vegan chocolate a hit
Unlike Willy Wonka, chocolate-maker Lucian Petherick blends into a crowd.
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Polytech boss 'deeply disappointed' over change
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Polytech boss 'deeply disappointed' over change
Otago Polytechnic's leaders are "deeply disappointed" with a new educational model they say will risk its future viability.