NZ@Noon: Hive heist and a Facebook rescue

Jessica Rees stands among the few bee boxes thieves didn't take during a weekend raid. Photo / Bevan Conley

The kindness of strangers in Northland and a hive heist in Waverley are just two of the stories making headlines around the regions today.

An elderly woman who was ripped off by a man she hired to do odd jobs has been overwhelmed by the kindness of strangers thanks to social media.

A hive heist in Waverley continues a run of cruel luck which has dogged this unfortunate beekeeper.

How do you tow a broken down helicopter? After suffering damage in a hard landing, one of Rotorua's Volcanic Air choppers had to be rescued in this special way. Check out the pic here.

Pilfering petrol in Masterton has led to the downfall of two "sophisticated" cannabis cultivators.

The Tauranga Christmas Appeal has pulled off an amazing race to fill the bellies of those in need.

A Havelock North "inspiration" who donned her dancing shoes for charity has been hailed after raising three times more than expected for her cause.

And finally, help arrived too late for a juvenile kiwi which was delivered to a Kaitaia veterinary clinic last week.