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Rain brings relief to fire-hit Canterbury and Marlborough after record heat
About 45 crews and aircraft fought fires across Canterbury and Marlborough yesterday.
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Delegat lifts profit forecast after strong global wine sales
The winemaker has lifted its profit forecast to between $60m and $62m for the year.
'Seriously remorseful': Mussel firm fined $24k for unpermitted shellfish transport
The unpermitted moves risked the Bluff oyster fishery’s vital biosecurity.
Cocktail of unstable, humid atmosphere and warm seas a perfect recipe for lightning strikes
The South Island has seen more than 6200 lightning strikes in 12 hours.
Auckland Grammar end nine-year drought ahead of season-defining three weeks
There was much to admire in the way Grammar tucked away rivals Hamilton Boys'.
'Ground was shaking': Quake strikes Marlborough, shakes both sides of Cook Strait
The 4.7 magnitude quake struck about 15km east of Seddon just before 11am.
44-hour long weekend washout: Heavy rain, thunderstorms, wind to lash south then move north
Heavy rain and gale northerlies will hit the South Island from Sunday.
Aratere's crew were untrained on new steering system when it ran aground, report finds
By the time the crew recognised the error, they were unable to take control of the ship.
Mourners gather as community grieves baby found dead near Blenheim
Shane Graham said the community felt a responsibility to offer support.
Infant's body found on roadside near Blenheim, police urgently seek mother
Police want to talk to the baby's family to offer them 'the support they require'.
'You held me down and raped me': Truck driver jailed for highway attack
Crown says man raped woman in 'the cruddy cab of a truck in the middle of nowhere'.
Fierce blaze destroys 15m boat in Marlborough Sounds
The vessel caught fire in the northern Queen Charlotte Sound.
First XV rugby wrap: All the top schoolboy rugby action nationally
Grammar made to work hard but secure victory; top-of-the-table clash set for North Harbour
'All round good bugger': Rugby stalwart mourned after tractor death on farm
Tributes describe him as a devoted father, farmer and rugby club leader.
Interislander almost doubles fuel surcharge for commercial vehicles
'I absolutely think it's going to keep going up': Truck fuel surcharge doubles to 54.4%.
Warning over paralytic toxic shellfish in Marlborough
A warning is also in place for the Eastern Bay of Plenty region.
$22m loan package announced for struggling regional airlines
Airlines already under pressure before Iran war have taken hits from soaring fuel prices.
‘We are delighted’: Billionaire’s bid for Stony Batter lease moves ahead
Former operator Tim Moon says his bid for a new five-year lease was rejected.
Search underway after person went overboard from Cook Strait ferry
Police were called about 2.20am.
'Big decision': Five groups apply to run Molesworth Station
Molesworth Station, an iconic high country property, needs a new operator.
Inside the brutal training grind driving Maadi Cup hopefuls
Marlborough Boys' College rowers clock up to nine gruelling sessions a week.
Accountant goes off-script with ‘dire’ wine industry predictions
Anton James warns Marlborough land values may fall 40% after recent sharp increases.
Fourth person dies after SH1 car and campervan crash near Blenheim last month
Belgian policy adviser Victoria Docx was among those who lost their lives.
KiwiRail hopes to have stricken Kaiārahi ferry sailing by next week after technical fault
About 1300 vehicles face disruption, with refunds and rebookings being offered.
'Critical': Regional mayors react to Air New Zealand flight cuts
Temporary schedule cuts are because of volatile jet fuel prices from the Middle East war.
What do rural sector groups think of the RMA?
More than 2200 written submissions have been lodged on the two new bills.
Video of tourist allegedly 'harassing' seals at Kaikōura Peninsula sparks DoC probe
DoC says disturbing seals is an offence under the Marine Mammals Act 1978.
Medal rush: The young scullers who shone ahead of Maadi Cup
Marlborough Boys' College rowers secured nine medals, including three gold.
Summer to single digits: Cold blast brings autumn in with a 'bang'
'It’s autumn coming in with a bit of a bang', said a MetService meteorologist.
Severe thunderstorm watch issued as temperatures set to plunge
Thundery Friday on the cards for some North Islanders, as chilly start greets southerners.