Otago
Weather: 30C heat for Christchurch, heavy rain warnings for Westland
Downpours may hit Westland and Fiordland, while Central Otago and Canterbury are in for a hot day. Audio
Enrolments increase at Otago University
The university had forecast a deficit last year following three years of falling enrolments.
Half of the buildings in South Dunedin remain 'at risk' of flooding
The ominous forecast has been outlined in reports released on Friday by the South Dunedin Futures programme. Audio
Crown rejects bus hub stabber's self-defence plea
"It's not self defence - it's murder."
Waka, but made from reeds
If you visit a museum throughout Aotearoa it won't take long to come across a traditional Maori waka But if you head to Toitu, the Settlers Museum in Dunedin, you'll see something slightly different… Audio
Around the motu: Jared McCulloch in Queenstown
Queenstown, Central Otago and Otago Regional councils sign off on a combined submission under the government's Regional Deal agreement, what's next for the the 128 year-old Roxburgh cinema after the… Audio
Tornado-like winds wreck Oamaru planes
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The planes were secured to the ground using concrete poles and strong ropes but were still flipped over by the wind.
Search for woman who failed to board flight stepped up
Police believe Penelope may have travelled to the Otago Peninsula area, and searches are underway.
Thousands take part in New Zealand's biggest off-road sporting event
The Motatapu involves a number of different activities in the hills of Wānaka and Arrowtown - including an ultra run, trail marathon, and mountain bike.
Two teenage boys arrested following Queenstown assaults
Inspector Paula Enoka said they have been charged with aggravated burglary, threats to kill, assault with a weapon and possession of an offensive weapon.
Two legs v four: New Central Otago race pits runners against riders
A Central Otago race is pitting two legs against four as runners and horse-riders tackle a 40 kilometre course across the Maniototo.
Bus driver recounts seeing start of fatal fight unfold
A Dunedin bus driver has told the High Court that it looked like an older student taunted and wanted to fight the 14-year-old now accused of his murder.
'He got stabbed': Footage of fatal attack played for jury
Shocked witnesses can be heard swearing in a phone video as they watched a short, frenzied fight that resulted in a 13-year-old fatally stabbing a Dunedin student.
Water restrictions lifted for parts of Queenstown Lakes District
Water restrictions imposed two weeks ago have been lifted - but demand on water supplies still needs to be kept buttoned down, the council says.
Drunks using family property as a 'highway'
Hundreds of pedestrians have been using Nigel Sadlier's property as a shortcut.
Highlanders v Blues: what you need to know
WATCH: team lists, key stats and news about tonight's Super Rugby Pacific clash in Dunedin. Video
Councils consider Three Waters partnership
The Dunedin City Council and Christchurch City Council are considering teaming up for Three Waters work.
Students on edge after report of rape near university campus
A 36-year-old man is facing multiple charges, including unlawful sexual connection and burglary. Audio
Around the motu: Tess Brunton in Dunedin
Tess talks to Kathryn about a High Court ruling that found Environment Southland failed to protect wetlands, the partnership with global conservation charities to raise $137 million to re-wild some of… Audio
Only one student answers call to clean Otago streets after O-Week
The University of Otago has 20,000 students. Just one answered the call to help clean up their O-Week mess.
