Otago
Weather: Strong wind, heavy rain and snow for parts of NZ
The New Zealand Transport Agency in warning drivers to be careful on the roads on Monday as bad weather is forecast to hit the lower North Island and parts of the South.
Unexpected bright aurora surprises and thrills
Aurora fans have been treated to an unexpectedly bright display lighting up the skies, with photographers capturing the lights as far north as the Bay of Plenty.
Toilet vandals cost Otago ratepayers tens of thousands
There were 59 cases of vandalism in a year, with the toilets at one park targeted 17 times.
Central Otago rates rise 'difficult' but must be done, councillors say
Councillor Sarah Browne says even she is stressed about the incoming bill but it does not mean the council should put it off.
Hazelnut farming in Otago
Buying a hazelnut orchard on the beautiful Taieri Plains in Otago sounds like a life change many would like to make. Roger Southby from Hazelnut Estate speaks to Mark. Audio
Body found in ocean south of Dunedin
Emergency services are currently trying to retrieve the body.
The meaning and stories behind Māori place names in Otago
Ōtepoti, Taieri and Kaikorai are well known names to people in Dunedin and Otago - but where did they come from and what do they mean? Audio
Anthony Ritchie announces 2024 Composition Prize winner
Dunedin composer, Anthony Ritchie, announces the 2024 winner of the prize that takes his name, recognising talented young composers based in Otago and Southland. Audio
Indigenous games spotlighted at exhibition, summit
Indigenous game developers travelled from across the globe for a "life changing" visit to Dunedin.
Dr Troy Tararo-Ruhe: 'Exercise science and my culture go hand in hand'
A Māori-Cook Islands doctor who once dreamed of becoming an All Black is now changing lives with an exercise programme inspired by preparing coconut cream.
Plans for extra Dunedin Hospital beds still on the cards
Amid fears the government could walk away from its campaign promise, the health minister says it remains committed to the build.
'It sets a precedent': Outrage over demolition of historic home
The house designed by Edmund Anscombe and built in the 1920s is set to be replaced by apartments.
Queenstown plane emergency: Tears, vomit and panic
Passengers on a dramatic trans-Tasman flight that appeared to catch fire have recounted the horror, with one fearing the plane was about to "break in two". Video
'Flames coming from engine: Witnesses on plane emergency
Watch: A Queenstown resident says he rushed out after hearing booms coming from a flight above his home.
30 years on, Bain family murders still grip the public
Rumours fly and opinions are divided - but in the end, there was no happy ending for anyone. Audio
Cardrona ski field opens despite unpredictable start to snow season
Skiers will be hitting the slopes of Cardrona today as the southern ski resort opens with a mix of artificial and natural snow.
From farm to fabric to fashion
Georgina Lawson and her husband Willie farm 3000 sheep at Merton in North Otago. Last year, Georgina launched a line of 100 percent woollen coats made from the clip of their farm's Romdale hoggets. Audio
Woman may have lived if partner got help sooner - coroner
Carl Longshaw, 68, was sentenced to home detention for neglect of a vulnerable adult .
Rotten pole power lines 'pulling my house apart'
Power authorities are being accused of putting finances ahead of public safety, after telling a man a rotten pole may not be replaced for up to a year.
Gurjit Singh murder-accused trial date set
The trial of a technician accused of murdering Dunedin man Gurjit Singh has been set down for three weeks in November next year.
