An open door into a removal truck can have far-reaching consequences.

National says it wants tourists to pay for conservation in NZ, but not through a tax.

Widespread snowfalls have raised avalanche warnings to the highest level in seven areas.

Champion skier Tom Garatadour did not return as scheduled from backcountry ski trip.

A day ahead of Labour's freshwater announcement, National has made its own.

Kids are fearless and quick to learn, writes Winston Aldworth.

Some people have been told they may have to wait up to three days to get another flight.

Mental health of a Wanaka pilot is unlikely to have been a factor in a helicopter crash.

It may be snow-go for some motorists this week, with white stuff on the way.

Boy was standing near the edge of a narrow precipitous section of track when it gave way.

An injured child was flown to hospital after falling off a walkway near Rob Roy Glacier.

Woman trying to drive on a public walking track ended up in a ditch.

Showers will keep most of the country wet today, with snow expected in Canterbury.

Gibbston winery has had its off-licence renewed despite an objection from its neighbours.

An oil tanker has crashed on SH6, the Haast Pass Highway; Police say don't drive in area.

An Otago couple have accused their winery neighbours of intimidating waving.

About $19 million will be invested in Wanaka's school network.

Those in search and rescue often put their lives on the line. These are their stories.

WATCH: A stadium-sized balloon launch has gone ahead in Wanaka.

NASA has again postponed the Wanaka launch of a huge balloon planned to study "near space"

Higher wind speeds have forced the postponement of NASA's super-pressure balloon.

Police have confiscated drugs and arrested three people after raids in Wanaka.

The bag fell off the back of a van as it drove along Crown Range Rd yesterday.

On May 9, 2014, Kahu Vincent was continuously beaten and had his head stomped.

Govino New Zealand director Prue Kane talks about taking on an established drinkware business and the greatest lessons she's learnt.

The driver, captured in footage shot on the Crown Range, ignored repeated efforts to make him pull over.

New Zealand is getting a lot of love from visiting celebrities, with Oprah Winfrey the latest to share stunning photos of our country.

Farmers in Central Otago hope a new method of biological control will give them some respite from the rabbit problem.

Spending 48 hours in a scenic town with a head cold isn't so bad, Susan Strongman reports.

Celebrities Reese Witherspoon and Mindy Kaling are ready to "snuggle some sheep" during their stay in New Zealand. Witherspoon, who