A long line of ducks brings traffic to a standstill in Masterton and Sugarfoot the horse is found - just two of the stories making headlines around the regions today.
Why did the ducks cross the road? Up to 22 ducks brought traffic to standstill when they opted for a family trip to the park in Masterton.
Sugarfoot the "missing" miniature horse has been located in the Papamoa Hills.
A Northland couple found the hat and driver's license of an alleged burglar in their house after it was looted and tracked him to a nearby house - and the police failed to respond.
Gang warfare is apparently not a problem in Wanganui, say police.