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Marine biologists uncovering a ‘completely different world’ in Fiordland

Protected red coral, discovered growing more than 100m below the surface, off the coast of...

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Marine biologists uncovering a ‘completely different world’ in Fiordland

Swarms of sandflies and inclement weather can make life really unpleasant above water in Fiordland.

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Lack of transparency on ‘huge’ rates rise queried

The Waitaki District Council headquarters in Oamaru's Thames St. Photo: ODT files

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Lack of transparency on ‘huge’ rates rise queried

Lack of transparency around a proposed "huge increase" of up to 25% in some rural rates in Waitaki has been highlighted.

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‘Everyone wins’: events draw thousands to city

The City of Dunedin Pipe Band perform during the 2025 New Zealand Pipe Band Championships in...

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‘Everyone wins’: events draw thousands to city

Two national events this month have helped to take some pressure off Invercargill’s local hospitality industry, which is still struggling with the knock-on effects of the cost-of-living crisis.

Man hit by vehicle had fallen from cliff

A man was struck and killed by a vehicle on Monday night on this section of the Gibbston Highway...

Man found dead on SH6 near Gibbston named by police

Police have named a man found dead on a Queenstown highway who fell from a cliff before being hit by a vehicle.

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School head still on unexplained leave

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School head still on unexplained leave

The principal of a North Otago school remains on leave following a year of upheaval.

Youth job scheme about ‘removing barriers’

Central Otago Mayor Tamah Alley (left), MB Century project manager Jennifer McLean and trades...

Youth job scheme about ‘removing barriers’

During a tricky time for young people in Central Otago seeking sustainable employment in a tough job market, the Mayors Taskforce for Jobs community employment programme has helped 20 young people into work.

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Stalwart recognised for 70 years

June Waters (right) accepts a mighty 70-year service award from the South Otago Federation of...

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Stalwart recognised for 70 years

June Waters has been in the Women’s Institute longer than most members have been alive.

‘Horrified’: crash death brings fatalities to 6 in past 5 weeks

Superintendent Steve Greally, National Road Policing Manager, said the road toll thus far was ...

‘Horrified’: crash death brings fatalities to 6 in past 5 weeks

Locals are "horrified" as the road toll in Central Otago continues to rise, the mayor says.

‘A Mataura-ite forever’: school 150th draws 500

The attendees of the 150th-year celebration of Mataura School gathered together, from past and...

‘A Mataura-ite forever’: school 150th draws 500

Mataura School celebrated 150 years since it first opened with a jubilee at the weekend, bringing together past staff, pupils and family to share memories of their time at the school.

Students put in the mahi for women fleeing violent abuse

Timaru Boys’ High School students digging deep for the Grace Millane Handbag Appeal are (back row...

Students put in the mahi for women fleeing violent abuse

Students at Timaru Boys’ High School have come together to support women fleeing domestic violence.

‘Little school’ raises big amount with challenge

Ryan Fraser, of Oamaru, competes during the Papakaio 8-Hour Challenge on Saturday. PHOTO: NIC DUFF

‘Little school’ raises big amount with challenge

Papakaio School knows it takes a village to raise a child.

Roundabout project going to plan so far

Work continues on Frankton’s BP roundabout. PHOTO: GUY WILLIAMS

Roundabout project going to plan so far

The $250 million upgrade of Queenstown’s BP roundabout and connecting roads remains on time and budget, the NZ Transport Agency says.

Sun shines on Family Fun Day

Malachi Ferguson, 5, tries out one of the kayaks available in the harbour. Photos: Oamaru Mail...

Sun shines on Family Fun Day

It may be March, but you would be forgiven for thinking summer was in full swing in Oamaru over the weekend.

Person hit by train in Invercargill dies

Police have confirmed a person has died after being struck by a train at a pedestrian crossing in Invercargill this afternoon.

Warm start across South

Revellers started the St Patrick's Day celebrations early this morning, with leprechauns...

Warm start across South

It has been a hot start to the day across southern regions, while wind warnings are in place for inland Otago and parts of Canterbury.

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Weather to run hot and cold — fast

Surfers in action at Dunedin’s St Kilda Beach on a beautiful autumn day on Saturday. PHOTO:...

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Weather to run hot and cold — fast

Today's hot start is not going to last.

U13 team tops win with perfect score

Wellington’s Bandoliers Masters in formation. PHOTOS: TONI MCDONALD

U13 team tops win with perfect score

A roar of delight went up from spectators and competitors at the New Zealand Marching Championships on Saturday when the Hokonui under-13 team scored a perfect 13/13 in their technical march.