The preschool now faces a hefty bill to repair the wrecked centre.

The east coast needs decent rain soon to stave off the threat of drought.

Bruce Weir, Damien O'Connor, Brooke Watson, Farmer Tom Martin.

Much of the North Island is in for a sticky end to the week, while Hastings could hit 30C.

Ex-member of All Blacks off-field management team warns of political statement perils.

Winston Peters says greyhound racing will be phased out over the next 20 months. Video / NZ Herald

'Like they say, the best way to eat an elephant is one bite at a time.'

Arana, 12, has been missing since November 11.

'I didn’t mutate into an animal or Gremlin overnight,' Hoff-Nielsen said.

There have been three reviews in recent years highlighting animal welfare concerns.

Police maintain they won't compromise on quality just to hit the Government's target.

A practical way 'to keep our whānau safe on the water this summer' is being launched.

Fire investigators probe Bridge Hill fire, now controlled after burning 1000ha.

Winston Peters makes greyhound racing announcement

It's hoped the new venue will 'bring the vibrancy back'.

'Targeted government intervention is sometimes necessary.'

Demolition of unsafe homes begins; salvage efforts reduce waste and support community.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on the potential of extending the residential part of the bootcamps. Video/ Mark Mitchell

Labour leader Chris Hipkins repeats his MP's claim that Health NZ Commissioner Lester Levy has been 'cooking the books'. Video / Mark Mitchell

'His contribution was massive outside and beyond the farm gate.'

KiwiRail's iRex contract cancelled; new ferry details await Wednesday's announcement.

Retail Meat New Zealand’s Great Kiwi Christmas Survey results are in.

The passing manoeuvre has divided opinion online.

Rabobank finds improved sentiment largely attributable to improved commodity pricing.

Water leaking into Max Napier clothing store on Monday night amid heavy rainfall. Video / Bryony Robinson

Police called to Silverdale on Auckland’s Hibiscus Coast about 4.35am.

Motorcyclist mates determined to give beloved rider the send-off she would have wanted.

Local praise as Maketū Pies profits to aid Te Arawa youth training.

Ka Ying Rising was raised, broken in and initially trained in Marton.

Deluge flooded the Christmas display in at least one store and poured down hilly streets.