Otago
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
New proposal to help boost Te Anau-Manapouri Airport
Te Anau-Manapouri Airport has been running at a loss since inception but the Southland District Council is hoping to see the airport financially viable and sustainable.
Rare fish's habitat fenced off for its own good
Central Otago farmers have set up a sanctuary to protect endangered freshwater native fish that don't migrate.
Lindis Pass closed following fatal crash
The Lindis Pass north of Cromwell in Otago is blocked following a fatal crash.
South Island's first moa footprints are millions of years old - study
Researchers have discovered the first moa footprints found in the South Island date back at least 3.6 million years.
Forbury Park site to be put on market
The sale of a former Dunedin racecourse that has been bogged down by legal action has been given a long-awaited green light.
Queenstown crypto outbreak: Four more weeks of boiling water
The council is installing UV treatment at its Two Mile plant, as well as bringing plants without the necessary protections up to compliance.
Lockdown lifted at Dunedin school after email threat
The lockdown at Bayfield High School has been lifted after a search of the premises.
Descendant of famous Dunedin sea lion comes ashore to give birth
Moana is one of about 37 pregnant sea lions making their way inland to give birth.
Otago Regional Council urged to fund passenger rail studies
A group calling for the restoration of passenger rail wants feasibility studies into its proposals funded. Audio
