'Outrageous': Rebel denies dumping phone in film feud
Australian actress Rebel Wilson has rejected an "absolutely outrageous" accusation she dumped her phone to avoid handing over key communications in a defamation case.
King promotes unity in speech to US Congress
King promotes unity in speech to US Congress
Despite an age of uncertainty and conflict, the UK and the US will always be staunch allies united in defending democracy, King Charles has told the US Congress.
Hosking reveals TVNZ 'threat to sue' over reporter claim
Hosking reveals TVNZ 'threat to sue' over reporter claim
Mike Hosking says TVNZ threatened legal action against NZME if it was to publish a story about its political editor allegedly using a homophobic slur.
Bumper lying in road leads cops to crashed car full of weapons
Bumper lying in road leads cops to crashed car full of weapons
A slam-fire shotgun, a homemade taser, ammunition and a large knife were all found in the crashed car of an alleged drunk Dunedin driver.
Crackdown on 'nangs' as misuse continues to grow
Crackdown on 'nangs' as misuse continues to grow
Large nitrous oxide canisters will automatically be classed as psychoactive substances if they do not have a lawful use, with the government introducing measures to crack down on their misuse.
University campus evacuated over fire in classroom
University campus evacuated over fire in classroom
Students and staff have been evacuated from Massey University's Albany campus in Auckland due to a fire.
Teen allegedly raped after sharing pizza
Teen allegedly raped after sharing pizza
A teenager who was allegedly raped by a man she met on Ferry Rd told police she remembers feeling pain, crying and screaming during the ordeal.
One hurt in large Timaru building fire
One hurt in large Timaru building fire
A person has been seriously injured as 10 fire crews battle a large blaze near Timaru Hospital that has sent thick black smoke billowing across the area.
United Arab Emirates leaves OPEC in blow to global oil producers' group
United Arab Emirates leaves OPEC in blow to global oil producers' group
The United Arab Emirates said it was quitting OPEC, dealing a blow to the oil producers' group as an unprecedented energy crisis caused by the Iran war exposes discord among Gulf nations.
Penne-pinching intruder caught reheating students' leftovers
Penne-pinching intruder caught reheating students' leftovers
Student flatmates in north Dunedin were startled to find a stranger re-heating their leftovers in the kitchen.
Fraudster handyman blew $60k on gambling and massages
Fraudster handyman blew $60k on gambling and massages
An “accomplished fraudster”, whose rip-offs scored him $114,000, has been given a firm ultimatum by a Dunedin judge – show me the money.
Government's diesel deal 'won't drop price'
Government's diesel deal 'won't drop price'
Businesses say the government's deal with Z Energy for an emergency diesel reserve is reassuring in case of supply disruption, but will not help with high prices.
US to produce passports bearing Trump's image
US to produce passports bearing Trump's image
The US State Department say it will produce a limited number of commemorative passports bearing a portrait of Donald Trump.
Student hit by car seeks aid to buy new chair
Student hit by car seeks aid to buy new chair
A Dunedin student is hoping to get back to doing what they love after they were struck by a car on a pedestrian crossing earlier this month.
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DCC mulls more intensive development in student area
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DCC mulls more intensive development in student area
Student flats could make way for high-density apartments and townhouses in parts of North Dunedin, as the city council looks at shaking up planning rules.
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Ong wants a place of his own
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Ong wants a place of his own
Benedict Ong says he is looking to establish his own headquarters in Dunedin as he does not feel welcome working at council facilities.
Carnival to offer more sessions
Carnival to offer more sessions
Hearing things rustling around in the darkness of church grounds at night may not be everyone’s idea of fun.
‘At speed’ exit ends badly
‘At speed’ exit ends badly
An alleged shoplifter in South Dunedin was left at the scene of the crime by their apparent associates, whose exit was foiled by a spot of poor driving.
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Visible presence: lights given to cyclists
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Visible presence: lights given to cyclists
For 12-year-old James Audeau, a free set of bike lights has just made his nighttime bike ride home from rugby practice a lot safer.
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'Extremely intoxicated' drinker left locked in Dunedin bar
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'Extremely intoxicated' drinker left locked in Dunedin bar
An "extremely intoxicated" patron in the toilets was left locked inside a North Dunedin music venue when it closed and was later transported to hospital.