Otago
Heavy rain set to hit Fiordland
A heavy rain warning has been issued, with the region set to be soaked.
Body found in Lake Wanaka identified
A body recovered from Lake Wānaka, near Waterfall Creek, this morning has been identified.
Bad smells linger near Queenstown wastewater plant
Queenstown's local council is turning to an "odour-control fog cannon" to combat the stench.
Airbnb names Lower Hutt its top trending New Zealand destination
The Wellington city took the crown, but a handful of small New Zealand towns also made the top 10 list.
Otago fire restrictions tighten as risk shoots up
The fire danger has gone up steeply in Otago, prompting tighter fire season restrictions.
Car crashes kill two in in Dannevirke, Waipatu; SH6 closed in Central Otago
A section of highway has been closed in central Otago after a serious crash.
Man pleads not guilty to arson in Dunedin District Court
The man accused of an arson which destroyed an empty Dunedin boarding house has pleaded not guilty.
Reports reveal messages sent by Dunedin councillor to former deputy mayor
Dunedin Mayor Jules Radich and councillor Carmen Houlahan breached the council's code of conduct, an independent investigator has found.
Dunedin City Council launches $150k tourism campaign
Dunedin has launched a new tourism campaign which tells people that it is Just Dunedin but well worth a visit.
NZ's creepiest Christmas display
What could potentially be the country's creepiest Christmas display is again on show in Dunedin. The spooky pixies are now homed at the Toitu Otago Settlers Museum. Jesse speaks to the curator there… Audio
Reignited fireworks blaze brought under control
The fire, near the Clyde Dam, reignited late on Saturday afternoon from an earlier fire started by fireworks on Friday night.
Heavy rain, strong winds to lash lower North Island, South Island
Severe heavy rain and gale warnings have been issued for parts of the lower North Island and much of the South Island, from Saturday into Sunday.
Risk of forest fires likely to spike in Otago Lakes
The danger of forest fires will likely reach very extreme in the coming week.
Queenstown's boil water notice lifted after almost three months
Queenstown Lakes District Council has lifted the boil water notice for remaining parts of the resort town following the cryptosporidium outbreak.
Councillor suggests Dunedin could be world leader in flood risk response
Councillor Steve Walker wants the council's adaptation measures for hazards to attract interest from around the country and the world.
Scrapping NZ battery project 'short-sighted' - Otago energy expert
The government confirmed on Sunday it was scrapping the Lake Onslow scheme in Otago. Audio
Govt confirms it is dumping 'hugely wasteful' Lake Onslow battery project
The $16 billion pumped hydro scheme had been championed by the former Labour government.
Finding Frank - a true deer hunting legend
Frank Erceg was victim of New Zealand's first helicopter hunting accident, but now his story, and that of the deer culling industry has come to life through his niece, Louise Maich. Audio
Otago councils prepare for climate disasters in high-risk neighbourhoods
Banning new developments, managed retreats, ground strengthening and creating more water storage are among the options unveiled to help South Dunedin face future hazards.
Wānaka is not loving it: Residents fight plans for fast food outlet
Plans to open a 24-hour McDonald's in Wānaka have met fierce opposition from local residents. Audio