Elisabeth Easther talks to the head of of tourism at Weta Workshop.

A journey on a spectacular South Island pass turned into a nightmare for a tour party.

Visitors who have poured into Milford Sound have been surveyed on their impressions.

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.

Ideas raised to control cats aren't enough to do the job, ecologist Mark Bellingham says.

Up to a metre of snow to fall in alpine passes while down to sea level in the far south.

A girl who taught herself Russian has come ninth in the world in an online test.

New Zealand First has now set its sights on regional electorates, including Waitaki.

Numerous cars rolling and sliding on icy roads have kept Southern police busy tonight.

Northlanders are set to be battered by gale force westerly winds today.

There have been 34 reported crashes between 6am and 1pm in Southland and Otago 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.

Elisabeth Easther talks to the general manager of Camp Glenorchy.

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

Police warn motorists of icy roads across Otago this morning.

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

Good news for skiers with timely dump of snow on country's fields

Firefighters are trying to save a home from burning to the ground.

The machine gun-toting star wished the team good luck before their second All Blacks test.

Thousands visit this town each winter - here are the most luxurious boltholes on offer.

There were seven crashes, including one fatal smash, on New Zealand roads overnight.

Health and safety law is threatening access to traditional climbing sites.

Tina Weepu jailed for two years following attack that left 72-year-old blind in one eye.

A cyclist almost killed in a Queenstown hit-and-run is still recovering from her ordeal.

Trans woman charged with three armed robberies has been remanded to a men's prison.

A Canadian refused entry to New Zealand has complained of her treatment by border staff.

Beachgoers are being reminded to keep their distance from wildlife.

Man who rammed police car after months on the run has been jailed for nearly three years.