New ZealandPilot may have flown too fast, used his phone before fatal crashMatthew Wallis was killed when his helicopter crashed into Lake Wanaka in 2018.26 Nov 08:21 PM
New ZealandLake Wanaka helicopter crash report reveals how pilot diedMatthew Wallis died when the aircraft he was flying crashed in July 2018.26 Nov 12:11 AM
New ZealandRevealed: What caused deadly Lake Wanaka chopper crashTragedy was one of two fatal chopper crashes to befall the same family that year.25 Nov 09:56 PM
BusinessWanaka developer remains hopeful despite consent declinedMajor changes to the entrance to Wanaka are on the cards, including a roundabout.25 Nov 12:05 AM
New ZealandGiant Auckland Santa lands at his new ho-ho-homeSold for a $1 after being rejected by Auckland, Santa lands in bits at new home in Wanaka.23 Nov 05:32 PM
New ZealandGiant Santa arrives in WanakaThe 18m tall Santa previously stood in Auckland.23 Nov 01:54 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelClarke Gayford on luxury travel in NZKiwis are learning that we have luxury worth paying for right here at home.21 Nov 08:00 PM
New ZealandBringing Kiwis to Queenstown for their OE'Kiwi OE' will provide workers guaranteed jobs and accommodation in the hope they'll stay.20 Nov 12:30 AM
New ZealandAuckland's Santa heading to Wanaka's transport museumAll going well, Santa will arrived at Wanaka's transport museum in a few days.18 Nov 12:57 AM
New ZealandWanaka to Christchurch service takes offThe inaugural Sounds Air Wanaka to Christchurch service took off this morning.01 Nov 08:00 PM
New ZealandDisgruntled tenant's revenge caused chemical burnAida Rolon didn't intend to harm her landlord with the bleach trick.23 Oct 03:10 AM
TravelFlying visit: The award-winning luxury home available to rent on AirbnbThe Hawk House near Lake Wānaka is a private, luxurious haven.19 Oct 06:00 PM
Sponsored StoriesYou're going to need more time in WanakaStay longer and explore more with an epic five-day Wanaka itinerary.18 Oct 09:15 PM
BusinessCovid one hit too many for restaurateurA Wānaka chef says the August lockdown was the final straw and he is out of business.18 Oct 08:36 PM
New Zealand'I just couldn't move': Woman who broke back in Six60 balcony collapse on her recoveryBailley Unahi's back was broken in 2016 at a Six60 concert. Now she is flying.10 Oct 01:47 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyKiwis dine out on meat export woesKiwis are making the most of high-end meat deals after Covid-19 upset the export market.02 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWeather: Temperatures as low as -3 in last lash of Arctic blastIcy winds will round out the month, with some in the South Island in for a freezing night.29 Sep 04:44 AM
New ZealandMissing Kiwi's paraglider wing found 200m off flightpathThe former Wanaka man has been missing for almost a month.17 Sep 11:45 PM
New ZealandSkier's 400m fall: 'I knew I was in trouble... there was a big cliff coming up'A skier who survived a fall down Mt Aspiring thought he was going to die from hypothermia.14 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Extraordinary' rescue of skier after 400m fall from mountainMan is in stable condition, with moderate injuries.08 Sep 08:55 PM
New ZealandRescuers raced to rescue high alpine skier after 400m fallRescuers are not 'just two heroes that bugger off into the sunset and rescue people'.05 Sep 05:28 AM
TravelWhere to eat, drink and stay: WānakaMake use of all that this picturesque town has to offer.16 Aug 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Huge bang' when plane engine struck by lightningA lightning strike aboard a flight this morning was akin to driving into a 'power pole'.08 Aug 03:30 AM
New Zealand'I'll give it a go': Election candidate has no policies, will 'make something up later'Daniel Shand is asking for people's votes, saying he'd 'probably make a pretty good MP'.02 Aug 01:58 AM
TravelGo NZ: The best long walks for a short breakThe best half and full-day walks when you're on a short getaway around New Zealand.29 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandThe aliases, the cons, the elusive yacht trip: One of NZ's most wanted fugitives jailedConman Paul Bennett was arrested as he sailed into Sydney on a luxury yacht.23 Jul 06:01 AM
New Zealand'Die ... I will ... kill you': Drink driver who rammed car into camp ground during spree denied appealA drink driver arrested twice on the same night after three-hour spree denied appeal.19 Jul 09:04 PM
New ZealandDoomsday bunkers: Rich Americans 'escaping to NZ'Queenstown has long had rumours swirling about its doomsday escapers in boltholes.16 Jul 06:09 PM
TravelHolidays bring flurry of activity to Kiwi ski slopes, but numbers are downIn spite of busy slopes and crowded carparks, this will be a difficult season.16 Jul 04:30 AM
New ZealandSettled weekend for most, with late dusting of snowThere's more good news for skiers and snowboarders.10 Jul 05:00 PM
TaxDischarged without conviction: Judge clears Pie Face pairSelling pies to Kiwis — what could possibly go wrong?03 Jul 10:21 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'Checks and balances' - PM grilled on America's Cup probeJacinda Ardern says wait til MBIE has done its audit.02 Jul 11:19 PM
New ZealandWeather: Heavy rainfall and snow in the southA number of heavy rain watches are in place around the country.18 Jun 05:23 AM
New Zealand$409 school holiday flight vs $79 after the holidaysExpensive school holiday airfares deter families from far flung New Zealand destinations.18 Jun 02:45 AM
