'I'm in big, big trouble': Builder allegedly kidnapped, threatened after botched job
Court told builder was lured to a house and threatened with hedge trimmers.
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Tears of frustration after fruit trees stolen
Thieves cleaned out the remaining trees at the weekend.
Man allegedly threw petrol, punched flatmate
Defence lawyer claims spilling of petrol on victim was accidental.
'Heartless': SBS bank refuses to refund pensioner's stolen $134k
"They have these ads, 'The bank with a heart'. F***ing heartless."
Driver charged over crash that killed teenager
Police charged 17-year-old driver with reckless driving causing death.
National ticketing system on the way for public transport
The National Ticketing Solution will be rolled out in stages, starting in Canterbury.
Operation Cobalt: Arrests made in Invercargill
Two patched Mongrel Mob members and an associate were arrested.
Watch: Departing Mayor Sir Tim Shadbolt shows toll of loss in exit interview
Shadbolt is NZ's second longest-serving mayor after getting the Invercargill job in 1998.
'Appetite for change': New mayors elected in most major centres in strong election for right-leaning candidates
Tory Whanau's mayoral win in Wellington bucked a national trend of right-leaning mayors.
'I feel surprised': Shadbolt fails to get on Invercargill City Council
"I feel surprised not to be re-elected as a councillor, it will take some time to digest."
NZ's longest-serving mayor Sir Tim Shadbolt soundly beaten in Invercargill
The country's longest serving mayor Tim Shadbolt has lost the top job to Nobby Clark.
South Island iwi looks to restore land where aluminium has been produced since 1971
Ngai Tahu sign deal with Tiwai Point for major clean-up regardless of smelter's future.
Man arrested after Invercargill incident leaves three hurt, one critically
18-year-old man charged with wounding with intent to commit grievous bodily harm.
One person in critical condition following disorder incident in Invercargill
Police said the parties involved are understood to be known to each other.
27-hour rainmaker: Slip closes highway, heavy downfall warnings for north
Rain descends on the North Island just in time for the school holidays.
Radio star on quitting Auckland, finding love - and his bid to be mayor
The talkback host and mayoral candidate is stepping up for the love of his family.
Man comes forward after hit-and-run
Ryan Phillips was walking home when he was struck by a vehicle that did not stop.
'Always a leader': Haka performed for Sir Tim at last council meeting of his term
He proposed a succession plan for the mayoral robe he has worn for more than 26 years.
Hit-and-run victim able to move hands and toes
Ryan Phillips was walking home from a work party when he was struck by a vehicle.
Four dead and several others critical after horror long weekend crashes
Multiple crashes across country killed several and left others fighting for their lives.
Tim Shadbolt admits he might lose, but is fighting on
The mayor of Invercargill says not every person has the bravery to swim against the tide.
Three mayoral races you should know about
The most fascinating local elections are happening outside of Auckland and Wellington.
Popular NZ TikTok influencer arrested for attempted murder in US
Darren Maheno has been incarcerated in the United States for the past two weeks.
Drunk driver who killed caught again
Victim's brother describes latest drinking episode 'bloody ridiculous... pure stupidity."
Nursing student hopes to prove worth in visa battle
Maia Matubis is immersing herself in her studies for a future in New Zealand.
Firefighter killed by pet stag during roar season
The stag was four years old and had been bottle-reared by the firefighter and his partner.
Info sought on aggravated robbery of service station
Police need the public's help to investigate an aggravated robbery in Invercargill.
Use of police dog to arrest abusive driver an 'overreaction' - IPCA
The canine handler then commanded his dog to bite the driver.
Blood on his boots: Man found guilty of grievous bodily harm
Corey Norman Milne stomped on an unconscious man and nearly killed him at a party.
Newstalk ZB host Marcus Lush announces mayoralty bid
He joins eight other candidates including Sir Tim Shadbolt.
Man accused of killing Invercargill dad named
Victim described as 'the most beautiful soul and proud dad you could ever meet'.
Woman's body pulled from submerged car after Southland crash
The crash was reported to emergency services about 11.30pm last night.
Council to discuss contentious issue of Mayor Tim Shadbolt's rental car saga
Invercargill Mayor's rental car arrangements will be brought to council table tomorrow.
