Miss Howick Avianca Bohm, a South African-born part-time model, has been named Miss Universe New Zealand 2012.
The 22-year-old was crowned in Wellington last night by her predecessor, Wellingtonian Priyani Puketapu.
Miss North Harbour Talia Bennett was named runner-up and Miss Wellington Lauren Mann was second runner-up.
Check out all the contestants here.
Ms Bohm, who recently graduated with a fashion degree, works as a brand ambassador and part-time model.