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Murdered man wearing wrong clothing at wrong time, court told

Tue, 24th Nov

A man bashed to death in Wanganui last year was "wearing the wrong clothing at the wrong place at the wrong time", the High Court in Wanganui was told yesterday.

Blackout in Timaru after substation fire

Tue, 24th Nov

An early morning fire at Timaru substation has caused a major blackout in the township, including loss of power to traffic lights in the area.
Mom: Son in coma heard everything for 23 years

Tue, 24th Nov

A mother says her son has emerged from what doctors thought was a vegetative state to say he was fully conscious for 23 years but could not respond because he was paralysed.
4 US service members die in Afghan attacks

Tue, 24th Nov

Bomb attacks and a firefight killed four US troops in 24 hours in Afghanistan, the military said Monday, adding to the growing toll as NATO and the US consider whether to send more forces to the war.

McDonald's makes its logo more 'green' in Europe

Tue, 24th Nov

McDonald's is going green - swapping its traditional red backdrop for a deep hunter green - to promote a more eco-friendly image in Europe.
Man dead after rockface fall

Tue, 24th Nov

A man has fallen down a cliff and died while on his way to a Northland fishing spot overnight.
Unemployment on seven-week low

Tue, 24th Nov

The number of people going on the dole has fallen for the seventh week in a row.

Govt will put parliament into urgency to pass ETS bill

Tue, 24th Nov

Parliament faces a marathon debate under urgency this week as the Government rams through its Emissions Trading Scheme bill against fierce opposition from Labour.
TV3 60" Ident (1991)

Tue, 24th Nov

TV3's 'more to see on 3' branding, used from 1991.
Freddie Mercury dies from AIDS (1991)

Tue, 24th Nov

Freddie Mercury was a uniquely talented performer whose vocals turned English rock band Queen from a middle of the road rock group to something special.
Audrey Hepburn passes away (1993)

Tue, 24th Nov

Audrey Hepburn has spawned a million copycats, but the original passed away in 1993.
Philippine army says 21 people killed in south

Tue, 24th Nov

The identities of the gunmen are unclear but victims' relatives blamed political rivals.
River Phoenix dies of drug overdose (1993)

Tue, 24th Nov

Cult actor River Phoenix died of a drug overdose on Halloween morning, 1993.
Nightline's coverage of the 66th Oscars (1993)

Tue, 24th Nov

The Oscars in 1993 were particularly special for one New Zealander, now better known for her penchant for vampires.
Anti-corruption unit to be at under-19 World Cup

Mon, 23rd Nov

The International Cricket Council will send its anti-corruption unit to next year's under-19 World Cup.
Growing collection forces NZ Film Archive to expand

Mon, 23rd Nov

It is the largest and most comprehensive collection of moving images in New Zealand, playing an integral role in our country's heritage.
Westwood crowned Europe's top golfer

Mon, 23rd Nov

Full stands and welcome rays of sunshine greeted the players as the final day of the World Championship in Dubai got underway.
Internet Explorer under new threat from hackers

Mon, 23rd Nov

Older versions of Microsoft's Internet Explorer web browser are under a new threat from hackers.
Hugh Hefner: I almost died having sex

Mon, 23rd Nov

The 83-year-old Playboy publisher choked on a sex toy while in bed with a group of his girlfriends.

Funeral held today for serviceman Sergeant Forster

Tue, 24th Nov

A funeral is being held today for a defence force bomb disposal expert, killed in an accident at Waiouru Military Camp.
TV3 15" Ident (1991)

Tue, 24th Nov

TV3's 'more to see on 3' branding, used from 1991.
Second worm hits the iPhone

Tue, 24th Nov

A second worm has hit Apple's popular iPhone – and this one does more than just leave a picture of a 1980s popstar on it.
Once Were Warriors coverage (1994)

Tue, 24th Nov

Once Were Warriors is one of the most important movies in New Zealand’s cinematic history
Coverage of Steve Irwin's death (2006)

Tue, 24th Nov

Australian Steve Irwin, popularly known as "The Crocodile Hunter", died after being pierced in the chest by a stingray barb in 2006.
Bulls rampage on set of latest Tom Cruise film

Tue, 24th Nov

Seven animals ran through the streets of Cadiz, Southern Spain, where the Hollywood actor’s latest project was being shot.
U2 set to play Glastonbury?

Mon, 23rd Nov

There is a "notable gap" in the band's itinerary around the dates the festival is scheduled.
Weather Music: November 23 - 27, 2009

Mon, 23rd Nov

Each night we feature music from various artists during the weather and it is here that you can find out all the details on what played; the song; the artist; and the album and whatever else we can find out for you.
Talks between Solid Energy and workers break down

Mon, 23rd Nov

The Engineering, Printing and Manufacturing Union says North Island miners at Huntly East and Rotowaro are back on strike from now.
Are gluten-free diets all they're cracked up to be?

Mon, 23rd Nov

Gluten-free products are often marketed as somehow being better for you and like organic foods, they are more expensive. So is gluten-free really a healthier choice?
Cancer research includes look at different choices in country

Mon, 23rd Nov

Otago University researcher compares treatment choices and survival rate of rural women and urban women.