There's snow and heavy rain warnings and watches across a large swathe of the country.

Batten down the hatches, a storm is brewing!

If you're in Auckland, "it's best to make the most of it this morning".

Old landfill under threat: Forecasts of big seas have council on alert.

Dunedin man charged with possessing and supplying methamphetamine.

Fuelled by alcohol, jealous man turned on his 'caring and faithful' partner.

The driver at fault will probably be in a wheelchair for the rest of her life.

A four-year-old begged a Balclutha man not to attack his pregnant mother with a hammer.

Snow and bitter cold to batter alps and Queenstown, while huge waves to hit near Auckland.

Her two-year-old daughter was turned away from hospital before she died a tragic death.

Two heart attacks and surgery costs depleted John's savings.

Auckland resident was infectious with measles on Air NZ flight 674 on July 23.

Steve Hansen says two attacks on rugby referees over the weekend is a 'real shame'.

One applicant who walked out said people deserved to be interviewed in private.

Father-of-two claimed he had 'good banter' with victim before grabbing her breast.

Police and Counties Manukau Rugby Union are investigating the assault.

Player responds to red card by punching referee, sparking a brawl.

COMMENT: Dunedin, Edinburgh of the south, was all right in the 90s. It's even better now.

The dry, mild winter continues, but change is looming.

Landlords will soon be able to claim up to four weeks' rent if tenants damage their homes.

Toddler died after being misdiagnosed.

Hineihana Mausii taken to hospital twice in two days - and sent home on both occasions.

Dunedin toddler died just hours after being discharged from hospital for the second time.

The man will be released from prison after serving the entirety of his nine-year sentence.

It pays to think carefully before sending an email.

Up to 30 men, some drunk and belligerent, spilled into the bar.

Dunedin is stirring against the loss of the world's steepest street title to Wales.

Thirteen-year-old Harmony went missing last Monday.