Father relieved after nightmare night searching for kids lost in remote bush.

Daniel Leslie Otene has three warrants for his arrest.

Organisers spoke of the moment they realised the swimmer needed hospital attention.

Otago University changes its brand for the first time in 154 years

Heavy rain watches issued for Coromandel, Bay of Plenty, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay, Nelson.

A 'mini tornado' has torn through Clyde as high winds buffeted the Central Otago town.

Wānaka footballer didn't hear what was said, but his teammates did.

Road closures were among the disruptions caused by wild weather over the weekend.

The training facility would improve wellbeing of winter sport athletes, panel told.

River crossing failures are a leading cause of tramper fatalities in New Zealand.

Woman called for help when 'there was no nearby park and no dog',

Storms uncover asbestos, old gasworks waste, and demolition waste.

Police tried to pull over 'vehicle of interest' but it crashed.

Taieri Mouth Amenities Society has been awarded a grant of $37,000.

First response unit and a helicopter responded to the incident on private farmland.

A man and woman were flown to hospital with serious injuries.

The blaze has left a gaping hole in the roof above the kitchen, according to reports.

Auckland is now at $995,000, the third month in a row its median is below $1m.

Stephanie Simpson was on a lone hike in Mt Aspiring National Park when she went missing.

Woman wrote a fake postponement email for a petroleum-industry conference.

David Murdoch quits less than 18 months after being appointed.

Train and bus passengers have been enjoying half-price fares since last year.

As delegates arrived from around the world, an email sent to speakers said it was off.

The man was asleep in his car on the side of the road when he was checked by police.

Whether you want to hibernate or head into the great outdoors, here are 10 great spots.

Legendary NZ painter to explain Van Gogh, Rembrandt and Monet on exclusive new tour.

University spokesman says proposed changes are not yet finalised.

Two teens have been charged after a series of break-ins overnight throughout Otago.