A nasty pest in Northland and social media shaming in Carterton are just two of the stories making headlines around the regions today.
A nasty, "invasive" pest has been spotted swimming in the waters in Tutukaka.
Social media shaming is being used as a warning to potential criminals in Carterton.
A Tauranga-based MP is calling for a moratorium on shark diving around the country.
Wine lovers may soon be able to zip between Hawke's Bay and Marlborough on a new air service.