New ZealandTsunami fears over as alert downgradedThe official warning over a tsunami that threatened the entire east coast of New Zealand today has been downgraded to an advisory, but there is still a threat from ocean surges.28 Feb 06:38 AM
New ZealandTsunami warning downgraded, but surges may still hitCivil Defence authorities have downgraded the tsunami warning for New Zealand. However, New Zealand authorities are warning that there could be surges for up to 24 hours.28 Feb 01:27 AM
New ZealandTsunami threat: Warning stays in place for entire east coastNew Zealand east coastal areas aren't out of the woods yet, with Civil Defence authorities and scientists electing keep the tsunami warning in place.27 Feb 11:20 PM
New ZealandEvacuation warnings as tsunami wave hits Chatham IslandsThe first wave has reached the Chatham Islands, after a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake hit Chile overnight. An official tsunami alert remains in place for New Zealand's entire east coast.27 Feb 08:12 PM
LifestyleSeeing things in black and whiteA combination of old-fashioned hard work and new technology lies behind a Timaru couple's renovation.20 Feb 03:00 PM
New ZealandBoys in blue bring home the baconTimaru police were on a serious mission when they squared off with a 100kg pig.03 Feb 03:00 PM
SportMotorsport: Racing series gains tractionThis year's season of the ultra-competitive TRS has an international flavour.02 Feb 03:00 PM
New ZealandHas our stunner summer turned to custard?Summer has ground to a spectacular halt in a number of regions over the past week - is it going to get even worse?22 Jan 11:54 PM
New ZealandFive in custody after car theft spreeFive people are in custody after a week-long car theft spree ended with a driver jumping into a river yesterday in Blenheim yesterday.01 Dec 10:13 PM
New ZealandPower restored to most of TimaruPower is back on in most areas of Timaru after a major blackout when a substation caught fire this morning.23 Nov 11:57 PM
New ZealandSubstation fire causes power cutA fire at a Timaru power substation has caused a city-wide power outage.23 Nov 08:22 PM
New ZealandWoman, 43, dies after three-month swine flu battleA NZ woman has died after being ravaged by swine flu for three months. The 43-year-old had no other health conditions when she became ill.12 Nov 07:15 PM