The husband of Wanganui mayor Annette Main died suddenly on Tuesday.
A man who threatened to hunt a female police officer down, rape her, and run her over with a car has been convicted.
Two alpacas were savaged by roaming dogs in Stratford.
A Wanganui man allegedly drove his child to school while drunk.
Mount Maunganui bars and restaurants could soon be able to extend their opening hours.
Wiremu Pohe, the Ngati Kahu chief who welcomed the first English settlers to Whangarei, has landed a place in modern history.
The Western Heights High School big band is making noise in the national jazz scene.
Winning a design competition has led to valuable work experience for 16-year-old Jake Krebs.
And finally, a group of Otago Boys' High School pupils rescued by Dunedin Land Search and Rescue last month plan to show their appreciation.
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