Weather: MetService warns of thunderstorms and heavy rain for the South Island
Some storms could bring localised downpours of 25mm to 40mm an hour and hail larger than 20mm, along…
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Bay of Plenty and Rotorua
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Year in review: Mandys Horseradish – artisan success with award-winning flavour in Canterbury
She has tried various tumblers, scrubbers, and peeling contraptions to peel her horseradish, but has found that hand…
Year in Review: Tom and Fiona Langford – life after winning 2025 Share Farmers of the Year
She was brought up on a farm, but education-wise moved into science, obtaining a BSc majoring in human…
TV glitch: Pixelation and audio issues continue across Freeview channels for second day
A secondary and localised transmission issue impacting customers in Canterbury caused the prolonged issues last night. The problem…
Electric scooter rider on Auckland Harbour Bridge stuns drivers with risky midday commute
Reports of the December 18 incident were first made last week, but police were unable to locate the…
Year in Review: Legendary mother cow ‘April’ inducted into LIC Hall of Fame
“This award recognises April’s extraordinary contribution to our sector,” said Simon Worth, LIC livestock selection manager. Worth said…
Timaru fatal crash: Member of public comes across a car crashed into a power pole with body inside
“Please avoid the area if possible,” police said. It comes on the same piece of road where five…
Bay of Plenty holiday roading works set to ease summer travel pressures
“Queues might be a little longer when the passing lanes are closed, but there will be minimal impact…
SH2 passing lanes to close for Auckland to Coromandel holiday traffic
“Queues might be a little longer when the passing lanes are closed, but there will be minimal impact…
Jetstar Christmas sale launches with 45,000 cheap fares from $48
Air New Zealand estimated 1.6 million passengers will be travelling domestically around New Zealand this summer season. “Queenstown…
Auckland police seize 3D‑printed gun and shotgun in separate stops overnight
Police said a 37-year-old man will appear in Auckland District Court today charged with unlawful possession of a…