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.

The Supreme Court appeal of a Wanaka chef who stomped on a man's head has been dismissed.

More than 500 people have reported feeling a quake that struck south of Wanaka.

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.

A study finds the overwhelming majority of Kiwis support tourism but concern is growing.

The balloon is operating as expected and being monitored from Nasa's base in Texas.

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

NASA is heading back to Wanaka to launch its super balloons which orbit the globe performing scientific monitoring.

NASA has confirmed it will return to Wanaka to launch it's super-pressure balloon which will see the 18.8 million cubic foot balloon