Man dies in workplace incident in North Otago

'Let's all do our part': Fireworks banned at multiple holiday hotspots

FENZ advised firework bans will be enforced in the Coromandel, Central Otago, Lakes and Upper Waitaki areas in attempt to prevent sparking dry season fires.

Boatie 'lucky to be alive' after fiery ordeal on Lake Taupō

Police have urged boaties to take safety seriously after the dramatic rescue on Sunday.

Orchards flooded with Kiwi job applicants, young workers flock to Otago

While many of us wind down for summer, orchards are ramping up for a bumper crop, with much of the ripe summer fruit destined for the supermarkets and export.

Person injured after car crashes into building in Auckland's Parnell

One person has been seriously injured after smashing their car into a building on the corner of Nicholls Lane and Stanley Street shortly after 9am.