The violent conflict has led to more refugees coming to New Zealand.
In the High Court in Invercargill the 48-year-old was also sentenced to seven years jail for the attempted murder of Garry Duggan.
A new study shows men, particularly in manual labour jobs, are at most risk.
Millions of tourists have enjoyed the town's stunning views from a fibreglass bubble.
The former All Blacks captain says Sarah Fairmaid is the glue that holds the PWC team together.
Eden Hore left behind over 250 high fashion garments when he died four decades ago.
The Government wants to begin construction on the $1 billion hospital in its first term.
The mock magazine cover has generated over 750,000 hits since Saturday.
Compulsory video surveillance for commercial fishing boats is being brought in across NZ.
Around 90 refugees a year will head to the southern city.
Around 150 guests rolled back the clock to replicate the gala ball.
It's news cattle farmers were hoping wouldn't come.
More than 2500 homes and businesses remain on a boil water notice.
Ben Smith’s return to training was another welcome boost for the Highlanders ahead of their playoff with the Crusaders.
Sam Smoothy is known for his feats in the snow but things heated up pretty quick filming Sliding Fire.
The provincial stalwarts were honoured at a special lunch in Dunedin today.
The public are being asked to help, with a website set up to log records of sightings of the playful parrots.
The Dunedin Prison building is now a site for a game where people have to use their wits, to escape.
Former nurse Ann Stokes was shocked to see doctors and nurses running, faulty equipment and other issues.
Naholo played 40 minutes for Taranaki's Spotswood United over Easter weekend.
The biggest of the items is a lithography machine, which will soon be put on display.
Nineteen-year old Jack Beaumont is living in a caravan to prepare for the world showpiece.
The 16-year old beat competitors twice her age a fortnight ago to win a gold medal at the World Cup in the Czech Republic.
It's hoped the links will drive opportunities for both countries in the film and screen spaces.
After wretched luck last year Courtney Duncan is back on the bike.
Fox is ranked 145 and will be joining forces with Williams who has served as a caddy for several top pro golfers.
The Black Caps face South Africa at University Oval on Wednesday in their first Test match of the series.
The Goldfields Cavalcade is celebrating its 25th anniversary.
The century-old graffiti-etched desktops fetched over $2000 at auction yesterday.
The union hopes negotiations with owner Mondelez International could force a turnaround.