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'People have been suffering for so long': Residents say council took too long to act on sewage stench

Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger is rejecting claims his council only acted on the stench from the fire-damaged Bromley wastewater treatment plant after it affected the whole city.

National tumbles in latest poll as Luxon faces caucus

National Minister Chris Bishop has been rumoured as a potential leadership contender. Photo: RNZ

National tumbles in latest poll as Luxon faces caucus

A new poll showing National sitting on just 30 percent, and the coalition unable to govern, has set the stage for a crucial week in Christopher Luxon's prime ministership.

Green Party issues 'human catastrophe' warning in address

Chlöe Swarbrick delivers her 'State of the Planet' speech. Photos: RNZ/Mark Papalii

Green Party issues 'human catastrophe' warning in address

The Green Party is calling for a national plan to electrify homes, transport and industry with natural energy, as a response to the fuel crisis.

Arrested teen abused parents as police tried to get her out of pool

The teen pair in the lazy river. Photo: Supplied

Arrested teen abused parents as police tried to get her out of pool

Police negotiated with two 13-year-old girls for 45 minutes after they leapt into a public pool fully clothed and refused to get out.

Dunedin Lotto player wins $1 million

The winning ticket was sold on MyLotto to a player from Otago. Photo: ODT files

Dunedin Lotto player wins $1 million

It has been a lucky night for a Lotto player from Port Chalmers, Dunedin, who has won $1 million with Lotto First Division in tonight’s draw.

Luxon confident he won't be ousted as leader

Chris Luxon talks to media mid leadership speculation. Photo: Screenshot

Luxon confident he won't be ousted as leader

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says he is confident he has the "full support of his caucus", but he has not surveyed them, saying he does not need to.

Jacinda Ardern reunites with former finance minister Grant Robertson

Patrons are checked by security outside the Regent Theatre in Dunedin before Jacinda Ardern and...

Jacinda Ardern reunites with former finance minister Grant Robertson

A reunion of the leaders of the last Labour government on Thursday night was like watching a reunion gig by one of your favourite bands.

'No coup' here

The Trade Minister has dismissed a potential National Party leadership challenge, saying he has full confidence Christopher Luxon will lead the party into the election.

Malcolm Rewa sentenced for rape of 16-year-old

Malcolm Rewa appearing in the Auckland High Court for sentencing in March 2019. Photo: RNZ / Cole...

'He's damaged so many lives': Notorious sex offender sentenced for rape of teenager

Serial rapist Malcolm Rewa was sentenced in the High Court to 10 years' jail after he pleaded guilty to raping a 16-year-old in June 1988.

Truck driver in need of multiple surgeries after SH1 crash

A truck driver was left with five fractures and will require multiple surgeries following a crash on State Highway 1 that left him in a critical condition.

Shallow 4.3 magnitude quake 'pretty scary'

The Hikurangi Subduction Zone is New Zealand's largest fault because of the area that could move...

Shallow 4.3 magnitude quake 'pretty scary'

A 4.3 magnitude earthquake shook Lake Hāwea early this morning, with locals describing a loud noise followed by a heavy jolt.

Pub to close soon if no buyer found

Liz and Grahame Jones have run the Oturehua Railway Hotel for 17 years. If there is no buyer,...

Owners plan to close pub soon if they can't find a buyer

The hotel's owners say the village they serve reminds them "of growing up in Christchurch in the 50s and 60s".

Kiwibank hit by online outage

Kiwibank hit by online outage

Kiwibank says some customers are having problems accessing its app and internet banking.

Project gets green light despite opposition from wealthy neighbours

An artist’s impression of the backlot at Ayrburn Screen Hub, which could be used for outdoor...

Project gets green light despite opposition from wealthy neighbours

A controversial Queenstown screen hub has been granted fast-track approval despite intense opposition from homeowners in one of New Zealand's most expensive streets.

Diesel vehicle owners warned not to boycott road user charges

Diesel vehicle owners warned not to boycott road user charges

Anyone planning to boycott their road user charges as the cost of diesel rises may find their protest backfires.

NZ monk vanishes from remote island

Justin Evans, 24, is missing from Papa Stronsay in Scotland. Photo: Supplied

NZ monk vanishes from remote island

An extensive search is underway on a remote Scottish island after a New Zealand monk disappeared from a monastery.

Cook Strait ferries' reputation for unreliability

Fed-up tour operators are sounding the alarm on Cook Strait ferry services, claiming tens of...

Cook Strait ferries get reputation for unreliability among overseas tour operators

Fed-up tour operators are sounding the alarm over the Cook Strait ferry services, saying their perceived unreliability means tourists are skipping the South Island.

Kiwis cutting back on medicine, meals due to housing cost

Kiwis cutting back on medicine, meals due to housing cost

The cost of housing is making it difficult for people to pay their bills, with one-in-four delaying medical care and/or skipping meals in the past year.

New flu strain approaching New Zealand

The health system is preparing for a potentially difficult winter flu season, as the H3N2 Subclade K (Super-k) influenza virus heads for New Zealand's shores.

One person critically injured after SH1 crash

One person has been airlifted to Dunedin Hospital in a critical condition following a truck crash which closed State Highway 1 north of Hampden this morning.

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