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Fast-track process a ‘nightmare’

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Fast-track process a ‘nightmare’

A Queenstown developer has described a fast-track process as a "bureaucratic nightmare" after an almost four-year battle to get a massive housing project over the line.

Southland highway reopens after power lines downed

A traffic incident involving power lines caused the closure of State Highway 99 near Te Waewae in Southland for a time this afternoon.

Hotelier's false claims in crayfish case revealed

Guests paid from $4650 to $7750 to watch a driver catch crayfish and then another $100 each for a...

Queenstown hotelier's false claims in crayfish case revealed

A Queenstown hotelier made a string of false claims, after the business's luxury "heli-crayfish experience" caught the attention of fisheries officers.

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Award-winning lyrics tell story of unrequited love

Neave Meikle, of Oamaru, has won an Apra Lyric Award at the Smokefree Rockquest. PHOTO: GREGOR...

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Award-winning lyrics tell story of unrequited love

A story about unrequited love has propelled an Oamaru teenager to a top award at the Smokefree Rockquest.

Five confirmed safe after Roaring Meg callout

The Kawarau Gorge where Roaring Meg joins the Kawarau River near Cromwell. File photo

Five confirmed safe after Roaring Meg callout

Five people who were believed to be in distress in the water at Roaring Meg near Cromwell have been confirmed safe this afternoon.

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Kākā sightings spur hope for bird’s return

Kākā have been spotted in Milton. Photo: Sara Gillies

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Kākā sightings spur hope for bird’s return

They appear to be here, there and everywhere.

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Some ‘don’t get lucky’, judge warns drink-drivers

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Some ‘don’t get lucky’, judge warns drink-drivers

After one Southland drink-driver survived rolling her car and another hit a cow, a Judge warned a repeat offender that luck runs out.

Milford Rd closed overnight due to snow

The plant room of the Homer Tunnel at about 4.45pm on Saturday. Photo: NZTA

Milford Rd closed overnight due to snow

A section of Milford Rd has been closed overnight due to snow showers.

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Mining company blocks access to historic road

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Mining company blocks access to historic road

A public route that leads to Central Otago conservation land is being blocked by an Australian-owned company planning an open-cast gold mine.

Gale-force winds forecast — chance of tornadoes

Rain is on its way for much of New Zealand today.

Gale-force winds forecast — chance of tornadoes

More wild weather is on the way, bringing heavy rain, gale-force winds and the chance of thunderstorms to parts of the South, including Dunedin.

Sawn-off shotgun, cocaine found in Queenstown vehicle stop

A firearm seized by police during the vehicle stop. Photo: NZ Police

Sawn-off shotgun, cocaine found in Queenstown vehicle stop

Police seized a a sawn-off shotgun, shells and "a substantial amount" of cocaine after stopping a vehicle in Queenstown.

Minister given statue of himself at opening

Minister given statue of himself at opening

Regional Development Minister Shane Jones officially opened six new cabins in Reefton Domain campground, built to accommodate an influx of workers at Edura Mining’s Snowy River gold mine.

Over 70% undecided: poll

New figures show the resort is the most expensive place to rent a house in New Zealand. Photo:...

Over 70% undecided: poll

A taxpayers’ Union-Curia poll of Queenstown Lakes voters suggests the district’s mayoral race is wide open.

Doc, board meet on bird sanctuary

Details from a private meeting about an embattled bird sanctuary in Southland will remain secret for now, despite strong community interest.

Board ‘dream come true’

Excited to see the new chessboard and pieces at Queens Park in Invercargill are (from left)...

Board ‘dream come true’

Invercargill park-goers have a new way to play outside while putting their logic and problem-solving skills to the test, with the unveiling of a giant chess board at Queens Park.

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Search for southern A&P show queen set to resume

New South Otago A&P Show Queen convener Diane Storer is ready to crown the queen of the...

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Search for southern A&P show queen set to resume

The search for the ultimate southern belle resumes this summer, as a long-standing tradition returns to Balclutha’s showgrounds.

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Community board holds last meeting

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Community board holds last meeting

The Teviot Valley Community Board held its last meeting of the triennium yesterday and it was a mixture of giving away money and moving farewell words.