143 residents still unable to return home
Dozens of homes may be uninhabitable, but assessments were still taking place.
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St Clair residents fear for future after slip
Geotechnical assessments will be carried out this week on a devastating slip in Dunedin.
Otago's state of emergency lifted
The region has now officially entered a recovery phase with team assessing the damage.
More men, but preschool sexism persists
Men teaching preschoolers have almost quadrupled in nine years, but lobbyists want more.
'Days to drain': Rain eases but floodwaters remain
People are urged to stay well away from flooded roads with water levels remaining high.
Soaked south faces threat of more downpours
The clean-up is underway but there's also anxiety about another deluge forecast.
Civil Defence to evacuees: Don't go home yet
Evacuees from near Heathcote river should stay away tonight as waters set to rise again
Brief respite from rain for South Island
The rain is set to ease for South Islanders - but, be warned, more rain is on the way
Winter storm chaos: What you need to know
A nasty weather system has caused chaos across the country. Here's what you need to know.
Expert swimmers called to help drunks trapped in floodwaters
A helicopter and specialist swimmers rushed to rescue motorists trapped in floodwaters.
Storm strands travellers
Some people have been told they may have to wait up to three days to get another flight.
Mayor: Dunedin weather expected to worsen
Dunedin's emergency operations centre have been activated as city prepares for the worst.
'This is going to cost lives'
Bystanders are upset it took an hour for an ambulance to arrive to assist an ill woman.
Meth, cash seized in Hamilton and Otago
Police have seized methamphetamine worth $130,000 and $80,000 in cash.
Gang violence: 'It was getting out of control'
Gang violence is on the increase in Dunedin and police say they will not tolerate it.
Stalker revealed to be policeman
Court says man who harassed Dunedin businessman for 2.5 years can be identified.
Machete attack: Man hacked off victim's hand
Attack left man's hand hanging only by the skin.
Father jailed for machete attack
Shaan Roker jailed for attack in May which almost severed victim's hand.
Senior police officer slammed over conflict of interest
Senior police officer spoke to suspect without being part of the investigation team.
Boy, 5, survives 40m cliff plunge onto rocks
The child was taken to Dunedin Hospital with moderate injuries, St John ambulance says.
Otago Uni plans to cut 182 staff
The University of Otago has announced plans to cut 182 full-time-equivalent general staff.
Watch NZH Local Focus: New chocolate factory in Waikato
Makes over 3 million easter eggs each year. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
1080 likely cause of Dunedin dog's death
A 8600ha 1080 drop last week spanned popular dog-walking spots in Dunedin.
Pictures from the big freeze
The worst storm of year has brought snow to South Island, and closed roads in the north.
America's Cup parade plan in Dunedin
Helicopters will drop confetti along the parade route where Dunedin will celebrate TNZ.
94-year-old hits the slopes on Mt Hutt
As the country braces for four days of atrocious weather, one person doesn't seem to mind.
'Coherent plan' needed for cat control
Ideas raised to control cats aren't enough to do the job, ecologist Mark Bellingham says.
Self-taught Kiwi girl excels in Russian
A girl who taught herself Russian has come ninth in the world in an online test.
Lawyer struck off for failing to pay back funds
Former Dunedin lawyer only paid the money back after a former client complained.
$6m pipe upgrade delayed in Dunedin
A delay could have a flow-on effect to an area of South Dunedin vulnerable to flooding.
Fans heap praise on our America's Cup heroes
Kiwi sports fans have thanked Team New Zealand heroes on air today.
Heavy snow on the way for both islands
It may be snow-go for some motorists this week, with white stuff on the way.