Drought declared in Otago, Southland; Government pledges support
Agriculture Minister Damien O'Connor made the announcement today.
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Burglar who helped police officer given lighter sentence
The 39-year-old came to the aid of a policeman during an arrest.
Caution over Anzac Day services and parades
Ceremonies can take place but organisers are wondering whether anyone will attend.
Covid rates in South Island schools increase as peak passes Auckland
Daily case numbers reported by schools in Wellington are also up.
Motorcyclist dies after crash in Southland
The circumstances of the crash are under investigation.
No legs? No sweat - Amputation no setback for great NZ outdoorsman
Flesh-eating bug cost Ross Millichamp his legs, Kurt Bayer reports.
Ammonia leak at meat-processing plant in Southland
Fire crews have isolated part of the building.
Trainer seriously hurt by horse kick to the head
Wingatui thoroughbred trainer Graeme Mee will have to learn to walk again.
Man shot by police in Invercargill remains in serious condition
The man was shot by police yesterday after presenting a weapon to officers on SH1.
Car wreck hoarder who 'couldn't stop' amassed 800 vehicles
Roger Dunnage collected up to 800 vehicles by late last year when neighbours complained.
'You took my soulmate from me,' widow tells crash driver
The woman crossed double yellow lines in a no-stopping zone.
Joy, relief and warnings as borders reopen after two years
Border reopening largely welcomed after 'desperate' times for business.
Man's secret double life as an 'abhorrent' sex offender
People thought John Huntly Watson was a good man. But he spent five years abusing a girl.
Foot-brawl: Red-carded player decks goalkeeper, game called off
Pre-season friendly with visiting side from Invercargill descends into a free-for-all.
Courier worker stole money she was meant to deposit
Ashley Renee Hansen appeared in the Invercargill District Court for stealing $15,845.
Just Bluffing: Where to find NZ's famous oysters this season
It's harder to find Bluffies on the menu this season but the chase makes them sweeter.
Grandmother disqualified after admitting 'boy racer' charge
The woman plead guilty to sustaining loss of traction.
Man who sexually abused boys jailed
Ryan Burrows must serve at least two thirds of his sentence before eligible for parole.
Investigation into vaccination failure affecting hundreds
The issue was due to the temperature the vaccinations were being stored at.
Doubts over booster protection from Queenstown provider
Southern District Health Board is contacting 1571 people who may have been affected.
McDonald's drive-through sex act: You want a fine with that?
His lawyer said the 71-year-old was disgusted with himself.
'Appalled': Man exposed to Covid-19 by roommate at Southland Hospital
The hospital apologised for the distress it had caused.
No arrests yet in relation to 'targeted' shooting of Invercargill teens
A 16-year-old was in critical condition and a 17-year-old seriously injured.
'Stupid idea': Students plan Covid-positive party as hundreds contract virus
The students recieved a visit from police.
Man and 16-year-old charged over school burglaries
Police executed a search warrant at an Invercargill address on Tuesday.
'Very high' rate of Dunedin cases shocks epidemiologist
One in five Covid tests being taken in the city is coming back positive.
Hump Ridge: Long delayed Great Walk upgrade on track at last
There is a lot of work to do, although the track has been welcoming walkers for decades.
Karamea Highway reopening this week after work to clear 30 slips
The town has been nearly completely cut off since February 9.
Covid-19 in south: Virus has spread into all parts of Otago, Southland
A case has been confirmed at the University of Otago and the polytech.
'Racy and explicit': Kiwi doctor's YouTube videos banned by US school board
Influencer Dr Mama Jones moved to NZ last year.
TVNZ's Hadyn Jones: 'My kids are everything to me'
The "everyman of NZ television" on his hard knocks, family, and being a good sort.
Live: 1901 new Covid-19 cases as Omicron continues its surge
That brings the number of active community cases across the country to 11,601.
Dozens of close contacts at Queenstown school after masks not worn correctly
There is one confirmed case and two probably cases at the school.