Chad Parekura was found unconscious with stab wounds just before 12.45am on Saturday.

The teens were killed when the Ford Ranger they were in and a truck collided.

The death of four teenage boys last week has devastated the local Southland community.

Southland communities are reeling after the death of four teens in a ute crash on Friday.

Three of the boys were 16 years old and one was 17 years old.

Jessica Barnfather woke from the anaesthetic screaming louder than when she was in labour.

Our snowlines are rising at 'a screaming pace'. Just what does Aotearoa stand to lose?

Orange light the news some were praying for, but niggles over face masks flare up.

O'Connor and Whaitiri got a first-hand look at the dry paddocks yesterday.

Queenstown recorded its warmest March in 150 years.

Independent committee believes Southern Lamb Investments' offer undervalued Blue Sky.

The fire has spread through more than 1300 hectares.

Heavy rain across the country is also expected today.

The man died of his injuries at the scene.

Grins all round as Alan Mortimore, 49, and 14-year-old son Danny return after three days.

Wetland used by generations as a giant food basket and mahika kai site.

Luisa Girao has been covering the story of the pair since the beginning.

Fresh data reveals daily aged residential cases peaked at 83 in the south of New Zealand.

He was suitably experienced and carried a personal locator beacon and a two-way radio.

He blew an excess breath alcohol reading of 1077mcg when he was stopped by police.

Agriculture Minister Damien O'Connor made the announcement today.

The 39-year-old came to the aid of a policeman during an arrest.

Ceremonies can take place but organisers are wondering whether anyone will attend.

Daily case numbers reported by schools in Wellington are also up.

The circumstances of the crash are under investigation.

Fire crews have isolated part of the building.

Wingatui thoroughbred trainer Graeme Mee will have to learn to walk again.