‘Noticeable uptick’ in abuse of staff
Overworked nurses in Dunedin Hospital’s emergency department go to work every day worrying they will be physically assaulted…
Rising power bills and gas crunch set to ignite 2026 election
Household prices increased by an average $10 a month in April 2025, reflecting rising levels of investment need…
Granny flat build red tape reduction welcomed
Cutting red tape around granny flat builds is a welcome move for Otago’s construction industry but not without…
Govt tourism campaign to target lower South Island
“We’re backing the South to shine.” That is the message from Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston who…
First offshore oil and gas exploration permit since ban under consideration
An Australian firm incorporated weeks before New Zealand’s offshore oil and gas ban ended will have its application…
Skilled migrants on path to residency warned status may change
Swim school instructor Aaron Pasion, pictured with his wife Janine and son Andreus, was told his job was…
Herald afternoon quiz: January 16
NZ Herald 16 Jan, 2026 02:00 AMQuick Read Subscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require a Premium…
Last dance for 12 race-winning mare at Blenheim
16 January 2026 , Punters Info By Michael Guerin Dance Till Dawn gets the last chance to add…
Whangaparāoa rock pools ‘stripped bare’ by sea life gatherers, resident says
People gathering sea life at Army Bay. Photo: Protect Whangaparoa Rockpools Mark Lenton, who grew up in the…
SunLive – Truck crash, hazardous material spills on SH36
A truck crash north of Rotorua has spilled hazardous materials across a state highway.…
Typhoon Tere back at Blenheim after five year absence
16 January 2026 , Punters Info By Dave Di Somma, Harness News Desk What a story it…
Teen in court over Christmas Day shooting in Christchurch
Police have arrested a 17-year-old after a person was shot on Christmas Day in Christchurch. Police received reports…