Latest from Queenstown

Dotcom case to stretch to next decade, HK court told

Hong Kong hearing sees Dotcom pitching for $1 million relocation costs.

Touch and go for Richie in Queenstown rugbyfest

Richie McCaw shows his mettle to lead his Tap Blacks home.

Soggy north, sunny south

Hopes of fine weather during Auckland marathon on Sunday.

Aussie pair rescued from Remarkables

The two were rescued by helicopter after ten hours shivering on an exposed, high ledge.

Queenstown resident wins $1 million

Three Kiwis will be happy with their Lotto winnings after last nights draw.

Plans to tackle Queenstown housing crisis

A Queenstown mayoral taskforce has been set up to tackle unaffordable housing.

Hotel boom hits Queenstown

An Auckland-based Chinese developer is has plans for a huge hotel and serviced apartments

Local doctor to make history

Medical association to vote on change to Hippocratic Oath.

Apology from man who leapt from ship

"I just thought I was having fun. I didn't realise it was a criminal offence."

Weekend weather: What are you in for?

Patches of showers and rain will reach all parts of the country this weekend.

Naked anti-wool push mystifies NZ farmers

Federated Farmers frustrated by actors who'd "rather go naked than wear wool".

Liquor ban for 'Crate Day' in Queenstown mooted

the request for the 48-hour temporary liquor ban had come from the police.

Smartphone tracker saves woman from mountain

Woman rescued from Ben Lomond after her husband tracked her location with his smartphone.

Climbers rescued from top of Queenstown waterfall

A helicopter may be needed to rescue the two climbers before night falls.

Dramatic footage of Crown Range slip

Crown Range Rd will remain closed until tomorrow afternoon after a significant slip.

Dad blames insomnia for causing his baby's injuries

Queenstown man denies wounding infant with intent when he broke his son's ribs and arm.

Driver shaken but hailed as hero

Quick reaction when bus descending from skifield hit snowbank praised.

Hero driver saved lives in tourist bus crash

Police say the crash could've been much worse if the driver hadn't veered into a ditch.