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Crew abandoned stricken ship in darkness, rescued from lifeboats in heavy seas
All 75 aboard the ship have been accounted for.
Shearing: Chris Vickers wins NZ Merino Shears Open title
56-year-old Chris Vickers took out the Open shearing title on Saturday night.
HMNZS Manawanui: What we know about the Navy ship’s sinking
Crew on board had been conducting a reef survey before the ship ran aground.
First look at landslide-damaged Dunedin home after flooding
A South Dunedin family has seen the aftermath of a landslide that demolished parts of their home following flooding in the Otago region. Video / TVNZ
One person seriously injured after car flips and crashes into side of Ponsonby building
Emergency services were called to the scene around 3.50pm.
Car flips and crashes into side of Auckland central building, one in serious condition
One person is in serious condition following a single-vehicle crash in central Auckland this afternoon. Video / NZ Herald
Rapper Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of racketeering, sexual assault and sex trafficking
More than 100 people, including dozens of children, have now spoken out to say they were victims of rape, sexual assault and sexual exploitation at the hands of US rapper 'Diddy'.
Five arrested after four masked intruders robbed liquor store
The offenders stole alcohol, cigarettes and the till.
Mt Ruapehu's crater lake at record cool temps – but sudden eruption unlikely
Ruapehu's crater lake is unusually cool, while Whakaari's eruptive episode may be ending.
Watch: Roads, mines, housing and Eden Park upgrade on fast-track approvals list
Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop has spoken to reporters.
Stretch of Waikato expressway closed between Huntly and Taupiri after single-vehicle crash
Drivers asked to find alternative route.
The Menendez Brothers | Official Trailer | Netflix
30 years after the murders, the brothers tell their story. Watch The Menendez Brothers on October 7, only on Netflix. Video / Netflix
Otago flooding: State of emergency lifted in Dunedin, Clutha District
Many roads remain closed in flooded parts of Otago.
Women's secret marriage ends with a court battle over $1m house and luxury car
The court found a 50/50 spilt of their property would be 'repugnant to justice'.
Council CEO resigns amid claims of a toxic environment; ERA finds both sides at fault
Far North Council CEO Blair King said he felt 'isolated' and lodged a PG in 2022.
Three bodies recovered by police divers after car crashes into Marlborough river
The car had five occupants, and two escaped following the crash.
'Emerge stronger than ever': Te Puia claims Supreme Award at Rotorua Business Awards
It was one of the earliest tourism operations to close its gates due to the pandemic.
Focus: Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop on fast-track approvals bill
Infrastructure and RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop announcing the Government’s Fast-track projects. Video / NZ Herald
Afternoon quiz: In which year did Christopher Luxon become the leader of the National Party?
Test your knowledge with the Herald's afternoon quiz.
Focus: Defence Minister Judith Collins gives update on sinking of HMNZS Manawanui
The HMNZS Manawanui sank this morning after fire took hold of the listing vessel, which ran aground near Upolu, Samoa.
Man found critically injured in Wellington's Courtenay Place
Police were called around 3.20am to the nightlife spot after a man was found injured.
Manawanui sinking poses serious risks for ‘pristine’ tropical reef - expert
Ecological fallout may be reduced if Manawanui can be removed from reef, ecologist says.
HMNZS Manawanui sinking: Commander credited with saving lives after Navy ship ran aground
All 75 aboard the ship have been accounted for.
Homicide investigation under way in Tauranga after body found in Gate Pā
The man's body was found on a walkway near George Street around 8.45am.
Three missing after river crash, NZ Navy ship runs aground | Morning Bulletin 6 October, 2024
Three missing after car crashes into river. NZ Navy ship Manawanui runs aground near Samoa. No tsunami risk after Wellington quake. Video / NZ Herald
Rotorua woman dies two weeks after attack, man charged with second murder
The woman and her husband were attacked in their Western Heights home on September 23.
'Loud rumbling, heavy shaking': Strong earthquake hits Wellington
The magnitude-5.7 earthquake struck minutes after 5am.
Royal New Zealand Navy vessel HMNZS Manawanui runs aground near Samoa
Royal New Zealand Navy vessel HMNZS Manawanui runs aground near Samoa. Video / Supplied
Dirt bike rider seen with incendiary device outside Gisborne Police Station
The rider dropped the device and fled upon being spotted by police.
Man found dead in Auckland suburban street, police investigating
The man was located dead in the middle of the road.
Three people missing after car plunges into river in Marlborough
The car had five occupants, and only two have been accounted for.
Can we warn Kiwis seconds before a big earthquake hits?
NZ doesn't yet have an earthquake early warning system, but scientists are paving the way.