One of NZ’s largest solar farms on hold after tiny village fights back
The farm would house 560,000 solar panels with the capacity to power 70,000 homes.
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‘People should know better’: Conservationists fume as sea lions harassed for social content
There have been instances of sand, rocks and apples thrown at the animals.
Over-fuelled plane leaves uni-bound passengers behind
Passengers received up to $700 each to disembark the overweight flight.
Cancer patient loses lung after surgeon botches tumour removal
Now he has cancer in his remaining lung which can't be operated on due to only having one.
‘Special moment’: Danny Lee set for NZ Open return
LIV Golf winner will play his first NZ Open as a professional in Queenstown.
Phil Gifford: Do the Highlanders have the best player in Super Rugby?
OPINION: The Southern Hemisphere's competition came back with a bang.
‘Ripped off’: Whangārei motorists, officials alarmed over fuel costs
Whangārei's mayor says fuel companies "have a chokehold in Northland".
The truth about homelessness: What NZ’s rising numbers reveal
Around 43,500 people were homeless in March 2023, about 0.9% of the population.
Lab-made tissue: ‘Lego-like’ local invention could revolutionise knee problems
A team of Kiwi scientists is pushing the boundaries of regenerative medicine.
‘Psychological torture’: Neighbours' relief as woman evicted for excessive noise
Thirteen complaints were made to Kāinga Ora since she moved in last year.
Speed cameras out of action as NZTA takes over from police
The idle devices may be located in your area.
Totara Estate celebrates National Lamb Day
NZ's first-ever frozen export meat shipment to the UK came from the historic farmstead.
Takahē release to boost wild population
The bird once thought to be extinct is beating the odds in the wild.
Clutha siege death: Armed offender involved in previous stand-off with police
Farm worker named after being found dead following armed standoff.
‘Worst on record’: NZ city’s 11-day heat streak raises alarm
Heat alerts aren't triggered, but heat stress risks remain high.
Fatal collision: Two die in Central Otago crash, investigation under way
The crash was reported at 5pm on Wednesday on SH8, the Cromwell-Clyde Rd.
Why researching your home’s past could be easier than you think
The talk on February 20 will help people research their home's history.
Armed stand-off over: Man found dead
It's understood the man was wanted over a series of firearms offences.
Opinion: Why can’t we stop watching Find My Country House NZ?
OPINION: Nothing much happens in this property series, but it’s rating through the roof.
Mountain biker teen breaks neck, back in crash
Erice van Leuven endured a major crash at the Red Bull Hardline in Tasmania.
Man, 61, charged with murder after woman’s death in Lake Hāwea
A man has been charged with murdering a 60-year-old Invercargill woman.
When should kids stay home from school?
Parents face dilemmas on keeping children home for mental or physical health.
Call for order amid heated fluoride debate at Rotorua council
The ministry's head dentist defended fluoridation, citing safety and health benefits.
Central Otago farmer Emma Crutchley on National Lamb Day
Maniototo sheep and beef farmer keen on others to have a "celebratory chop" on Saturday.
‘Massive moment’: NZ Open joins global qualifiers for The Open
The NZ Open winner can qualify for the 2025 Open at Royal Portrush.
Toa Henderson and Pagan Rimene win big at Otago Shears
Pagan Rimene successfully defended her title of New Zealand Woolhandler of the Year.
Desperate mum holding out hope for her only son missing in remote NZ wilderness
Argentine Hector Gaston Artigau dreamt of travelling the world. He went missing last week.
500 schools ranked: NCEA hotspots where top marks meet affordable housing
Discover the schools with the highest academic results and most affordable house prices.
Search continues for man missing in Mount Aspiring National Park since Thursday
The search resumed this morning for a man who fell off a rock into a river.
This unusual summertime activity will make you want to visit Cromwell
The otherwise unsavoury deed only happens once a year.
Winning formula: HB family’s unbeaten run in horse racing
The Andersens enjoyed a 100% winning rate this past week.
What we know about the man missing in Mount Aspiring National Park
The search resumed this morning for a man who fell off a rock into a river.
‘What am I doing?’: NZ Grand Prix major change for Supercars teammates
'This is pretty much my first time in one of these [single-seaters],' Broc Feeney said.
Devastated local reflects on 70-year connection to historic hall gutted by fire
Douglas Dance, 84, has been connected to the cinema and hall since he was just 13.