Accused’s identity, plea still mystery
Accused’s identity, plea still mystery
The identity and plea of the man charged with manslaughter after a ute crash that claimed the life of an Otago man remains a mystery.
Hope for kakī after release of hand-raised birds
Hope for kakī after release of hand-raised birds
New Zealand’s wild kakī/black stilt population has been boosted with the release of 148 young birds in the Mackenzie Basin this month.
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Injunction ‘last lifeline’ for racing
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Injunction ‘last lifeline’ for racing
A High Court interim injunction is the "last lifeline" left for the greyhound racing industry, a former trainer says.
Hotel racks up over 130k views
Hotel racks up over 130k views
The listing for the iconic Cardrona Hotel has been the third-most viewed property on Trade Me this year as the sale comes to an end on Friday.
Some water permits to get extension
Some water permits to get extension
The Otago region’s water users will now have at least five years before changes to consents occur.
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'Out of control' wild pigs killing lambs
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Wild pig damage ‘frustrating’ for South Otago farmers
South Otago farmers say "it’s not bloody good enough" as marauding wild pigs from a commercial block kill their lambs and rip up pasture.
Controversial West Coast mine has fast-track bid declined
Controversial West Coast mine has fast-track bid declined
Te Kuha Mine on the West Coast has had its application for fast-track approval declined, after failing to meet seven of the application criteria.
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Wait continues for back-up water supply
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Wait continues for back-up water supply
Invercargill is going to have to run the risk of not having a back-up water supply for a few years yet.
Giant dump trucks back where they belong
Giant dump trucks back where they belong
In a bit of role reversal, heavy metal was transported to the Macraes gold mine near Palmerston yesterday.
Call follows increase in abuse of council staff
Call follows increase in abuse of council staff
A southern council is asking the public to be mindful of its staff following an uptick in threatening behaviour and abuse.
Overseas buyers eye iconic Otago hotel
Overseas buyers eye iconic Otago hotel
Buyers from the United States and Singapore are on the shortlist to buy the iconic Cardrona Hotel.
Man in court over Catlins crash that killed 20-year-old
Man in court over Catlins crash that killed 20-year-old
The identity and plea of the man charged with manslaughter over a ute crash that claimed the life of an Otago man remains a mystery.
Candidate urged to quit mayoral race
Candidate urged to quit mayoral race
An Invercargill mayoral hopeful has been slammed by fellow candidates after his party website looks to have posted "dangerous" and sexually disturbing content online.
New face among marine guardians
New face among marine guardians
A new Fiordland Marine Guardian appointment plus the reappointment of five existing Guardians will help safeguard Fiordland’s precious natural environment, Acting Environment Minister Tama Potaka...
Devastation, horror at killing of sea lions
Devastation, horror at killing of sea lions
The killing of three sea lions at the mouth of the Waitaki River over the weekend has been described as "completely horrifying", "a senseless slaughter" and has left advocates "devastated".
Son ordered to pay $300K, will written under 'undue influence'
Son ordered to pay $300K, will written under 'undue influence'
A man has been ordered to pay back more than $300,000 after a judge said he obtained the money from his elderly mother and got her to write a will in his favour by "undue influence".
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Alternative shower option preferred over total closure
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Alternative shower option preferred over total closure
Cold water has been poured on plans to close the Wachner Pl showers in Invercargill.
‘Best of the best’: Star act returning to airshow
‘Best of the best’: Star act returning to airshow
Warbirds Over Wānaka organisers have announced their first major international act for next year’s Easter airshow will be the Eagles — no, not the rock band — the American Eagles jet aerobatic...
Development aims to 'compete with the world’s finest resorts'
Development aims to 'compete with the world’s finest resorts'
The company behind Queenstown’s Kamana Lakehouse has today announced details of a new $130 million luxury hospitality development.
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Big grins on board big rigs
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Big grins on board big rigs
A Southland event providing rides in big trucks to those with disabilities puts a smile on their faces and provides a safe space for their carers, volunteers say.