
Fatal helicopter crash: Investigators' 'thorough' process could take years
The investigation into a fatal helicopter crash before Christmas may take up to two years.
The investigation into a fatal helicopter crash before Christmas may take up to two years.
A front making its way up the country is expected to peter out as it moves north.
A search for the missing woman began on Tuesday night.
Four people drowned in North Island lakes in two terrible days.
The change in fire season came into effect at 8am on Thursday.
An emotional "celebration of life" has been held today.
Funeral on Wednesday for the couple killed in a helicopter crash during a family day out.
Scene of crash blessed today as investigators attempt to piece together tragedy.
The children were conscious after the crash and were able to speak to their rescuers.
Three survivors flown to hospital after locals dragged them from wreckage.
"Because there's nowhere to go, we will get our usual Kiwis and we will get some extras."
One tragedy. Two mates. Two stories. It was up to the jury to decide who to believe.
The 7.8 magnitude earthquake in 2016 caused widespread damage across the district.
The newly restored Mayfair Arts and Culture Centre will open this month.
Clark Gayford on the next step in New Zealand's food journey.
NZ has more coastline than mainland China. And Kaikoura is particularly special.
The incident happened off the Kaikoura peninsula
Domestic cats in Kaikōura are laying waste to the eggs of a rare shore bird.
Time to put on the summer sheets - overnight temperatures could be much warmer than usual.
Search for missing woman Melissa Ewings scaled back after phone found.
Icy winds will round out the month, with some in the South Island in for a freezing night.
Phone tracked to within 100m of Melissa Ewings' house - but no sign of her.
Melissa Ewings, 31, hasn't been seen for eight days despite an extensive police search.
Family of Melissa Ewings have growing concerns especially as the weather is due to worsen.
On Sunday she told a friend she was going for a walk, but has not been heard from since.
'We loved his curiosity for life, his humour and loyalty, his integrity,' says mum.
A South Island community is reeling after attempts to save injured teen aren't enough.
John Milford has been in the role for more than five years.