Otago
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.
Evacuation over, source of gas smell identified in Dunedin
Fire and Emergency said the smell was from a construction site at Dunedin Hospital.
Severe thunderstorms possible for Canterbury, Otago
Severe thunderstorms would generate localised downpours with rainfall rates of 25 to 35 millimetres per hour, and large hail, MetService added. Audio
SH8 in Otago impacted by flooding
Police have asked motorists to avoid the area if possible.
Council's strengths and weaknesses exposed in new report
An independent evaluation report into Otago Regional Council has revealed it needs to improve in a range of areas.
'It only takes one spark': Fires banned in Strath Taieri
Campers are urged to be vigilant and check the local fire danger.
Super Rugby Pacific: Waratahs pip Highlanders in thriller
The Waratahs have overcome the Highlanders 37-36 in a thrilling encounter in Sydney, in a game that featured nine lead changes.
Water restrictions in place for some Queenstown Lakes residents
The limits are being enforced because of significant and sustained demand this month.
Wānaka McDonalds opponents fear consenting process overhaul
"Whatever iteration it becomes next, I hope we do take into account what communities around New Zealand want," campaigners say. Audio
Roxburgh's razed cinema plans phoenix-like sequel
If Curtis Crawford has his way, a South Island movie theatre has a sequel up its sleeve. Audio
Person dies at rural property in Arrowtown, WorkSafe notified
The death is not being treated as suspicious, police say.
Serious crash closes State Highway 8 in central Otago
Emergency services are responding to a serious crash that has closed a major highway in central Otago.
Wānaka McDonald's consent application declined
Residents were concerned about the visual and aesthetic affect on the town.
Man found dead as two-day police stand-off ends
Officers had been trying to talk with a person being sought over suspected firearms offending.
