A nasty weather system has caused chaos across the country. Here's what you need to know.

A helicopter and specialist swimmers rushed to rescue motorists trapped in floodwaters.

Some people have been told they may have to wait up to three days to get another flight.

​Dunedin's emergency operations centre have been activated as city prepares for the worst.

Bad weather has cancelled today's jaffa race.

Flood risk today a is "real concern", says Niwa.

Bystanders are upset it took an hour for an ambulance to arrive to assist an ill woman.

Police have seized methamphetamine worth $130,000 and $80,000 in cash.

Gang violence is on the increase in Dunedin and police say they will not tolerate it.

Shaan Roker jailed for attack in May which almost severed victim's hand.

Senior police officer spoke to suspect without being part of the investigation team.

The child was taken to Dunedin Hospital with moderate injuries, St John ambulance says.

The University of Otago has announced plans to cut 182 full-time-equivalent general staff.

Makes over 3 million easter eggs each year. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

A 8600ha 1080 drop last week spanned popular dog-walking spots in Dunedin.

The worst storm of year has brought snow to South Island, and closed roads in the north.

Helicopters will drop confetti along the parade route where Dunedin will celebrate TNZ.

As the country braces for four days of atrocious weather, one person doesn't seem to mind.

Former Dunedin lawyer only paid the money back after a former client complained.

A delay could have a flow-on effect to an area of South Dunedin vulnerable to flooding.

Kiwi sports fans have thanked Team New Zealand heroes on air today.

It may be snow-go for some motorists this week, with white stuff on the way.

A Dunedin man has been charged with supplying home-brewed alcohol to young people.

Payout follows heated exchange at 2015 meeting where mayor called councillor "a liar".

Woman brandishing a pistol inside a dairy hot-footed within seconds of entering.

Govt is holding firm on its decision not to hold an inquiry into abuse in state care.

Man "absolutely blown away" after winning $400,000 with Strike Four.

Older patients forced to sit on floor while waiting in eye department at Dunedin Hospital.

Police in Dunedin are hunting a woman involved in an attempted aggravated robbery

Family of woman killed by drink driver are flabbergasted to learn he has been at it again.