Threatened and scared: Students leave school over claims of 'constant' bullying
The young girls, aged 13 and 14, are from separate families.
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Hotel review: Why the Sherwood is the coolest place to stay in Queenstown this winter
Good food, sustainability and good vibes make this a must-stay on your next visit.
'We were the lucky ones': Passenger in hot air balloon crash speaks out
Malcolm Porter has described the ordeal he and his wife faced in the crash.
Person assaulted in brawl over football in Queenstown
One person has been taken to hospital and one person has been taken into custody.
Brrrr: Severe frost as mercury drops to -7C in south
Despite the winter temperatures, most places can look forward to sunny skies today.
School holidays weather: Unsettled week ahead
Tekapo was the coldest spot this morning at -7 with Manapouri and Timaru close behind.
Hot-air balloon crash: Investigators to examine wreckage; witness 'very upset'
Eleven people were injured when the balloon crash-landed yesterday morning.
Frosty start to school holidays, severe in South Island
Severe frosts are expected for South Island locations including Alexandra and Queenstown.
'Just hanging on': Hot-air balloon passenger tells of horror crash
11 people were injured in the Sunrise Balloons crash that left the owner "deeply upset".
Running hot and cold: More Air NZ flights to Raro, Kiwis flock to ski fields
Boost for flights, Bachcare says Kiwis filling gaps left by Aussies around and ski fields.
Brrrr: Polar blast brings more frost, cold weekend ahead for most
Another surge of gales and polar air is on its way.
Green gold: Avocado powder tipped as super food
A new Kiwi company is turning small reject avocados into a freeze-dried super food.
Wild weather: South Island battered by wind, snow
Rain and snow has already affected some southern roads.
Queenstown moving to reduce reliance on tourism
The district was one of the hardest hit in the country when the borders shut.
Polar blast: Wind toppling trees, severe weather on the way
Much of the North Island was colder than the south at 7am on Tuesday.
Aussie visitors jump at chance to cross the ditch
Australians are back in Queenstown again much to the relief of local businesses.
Teen behind 250 racist posters granted permanent name suppression
The youth, who is now 19, admitted charges of billsticking and possession of a knife.
Robinson helicopters' safety record in NZ: Are they safe to fly?
Wedding party crash puts 'Robbies' back under scrutiny.
Temperatures set to rise across the country
The North Island, Te Ika-a-Māui, might see frosty conditions tomorrow.
Man who died of cancer leaves millions to animal welfare and children's charities
A Queenstowner who died of cancer last week is leaving millions of dollars to charities.
'The odds were against me': Luge worker saves woman's life
Lisa Mulitalo was racing her daughter down the luge when her heart stopped beating.
'Happens too frequently for us': Sexual assaults in Queenstown increasing
Police estimate there are at least three cases a month in Queenstown.
Number of overcrowded, costly Queenstown rentals reaches pre-Covid-19 levels
The average house price continues to rise in Queenstown.
'I'm thrilled': Coronet Peak to open after more than a week of delays
NZSki CEO Paul Anderson said they expected to have about 1000 people skiing today.
Skiers queue for fresh snow at Remarkables
NZSki said 25cm of snow fell overnight on the mountain.
Winter wonderland: Snow blankets south, major highways reopen
The thunderstorm could bring high-intensity snowfall and make driving hazardous.
'Gutted': Transtasman bubble pause 'a real blow' for NZ ski fields
The pause means a big drop in visitors — but still beats "worst-case scenario".
Travel bubble pause: Tourism and hospitality sector facing 'avalanche of cancellations'
Mayor Jim Boult said it felt a bit like "we're all dressed up and no place to go."
Expat from Hong Kong pays $2.25m for piece of dirt in Arrowtown
Strong competition for empty site.
'Safety first': Queenstown Mardi Gras cancelled due to severe rain
The site damage from days of continuous rain was deemed "too severe" to be safely managed.
'Gutted' Skiers cancel trip due to NSW Covid-19 outbreak
Some Queenstown Lakes ski fields have been flooded with cancellations, due to outbreak
Heli-skiing death: Coroner renews calls for helicopter cockpit video recorders
Auckland businessman fatally crushed on snowy mountain summit.
Hendo company evicts Gibbston Valley tenant
'Half his body was inside the door. She told him to leave. She tried to close the door.'