Rain coming but Auckland dams still very thirsty: Watercare
Dam storage has barely climbed above 50 per cent. It is normally 80 per cent in July.
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Cold snap turns to heavy rain, warnings issued
Western parts of the country are in for some decent rain from Sunday.
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It's a case of extreme business in extreme times.
Auckland's leaky pipes lose more water than the city saves
Auckland's drinking water pipes are leaking at least 50 million litres a day.
Extreme cameraman says he was 'left for dead' in home invasion'
The freelancer spent two days in hospital after being bashed.
Threat made against Sacred Heart College students
Police are trying to find the source of a threat against school.
Auckland Council still up for an extra $20m for America's Cup
The council has already poured $113.5m into the cup and $100m to spruce up the waterfront.
Scammers worldwide targeting events in NZ post-lockdown
All different sorts of events throughout New Zealand are being targeted by scammers.
Patched gangster on the run has escaped prison before
Patched gangster William Tuitupou escaped police custody and is still on the run.
More train delays for Auckland commuters
It's a slow trip to the city for those planning to come to town from the south.
Feel the chill! Is this the coldest day of winter?
It's possibly the nippiest start to the day everywhere across New Zealand.
Choosing childcare: The price war in the suburbs
New daycare centres are touting for a shrinking number of children.
Spaceship-looking clouds form over Bay of Plenty
The clouds made for jaw-dropping sight over Bay of Plenty this evening.
'Without them Avery wouldn't be here': Brave girl makes it home
Three-year-old's spine was injured in a crash this year.
NZ's biggest bribery case: Former boss back in court
The fallout from New Zealand's largest bribery prosecution continues.
AK-47, submachine gun, and meth seized in police drug bust
It comes off the back of several other drug-related arrests throughout the country.
Fifteen-year-old sexually propositioned by Auckland bus driver
Auckland Transport received approximately 60 complaints about its drivers in three months.
TVNZ building in Auckland evacuated; Hilary off to the pub
Fire reported in broadcaster's server room.
Sunshine returns for weekend before wintery blast
Expect a few days of fine winter weather before a miserable change after the weekend.
Taka the rare turtle making a splash at Kelly Tarlton's
Visit the Eastern Pacific green turtle found on Takapuna Beach at Kelly Tarlton's.
Auckland dams pass 50 per cent mark, but more needed still
Heavy rain has helped bump up water levels in Auckland's dams, but more needs to be done.
Auckland house prices defy forecasts, grow $6000 in a month
What do the latest figures tell us about Auckland's housing market?
Quarantine hotel evacuated in fire alarm
Everyone was made to stand 2metres apart in the hotel carpark.
Trains cancelled or delayed across Auckland due to 'trespasser' on tracks
The person has been apprehended but AT says train services still have to return to normal.
Gales, snow: Monster waves hit 11m, Desert Rd closed as NZ wakes in freezer
Winds of up to 120km/h are forecast in the Wellington region until about 11am today.
Winston Peters: Light rail was a bad idea - and we're a handbrake on bad ideas
Comment: Auckland's light rail dreams got no traction with NZ First. Here's the reason.
Agreement reached: Auckland to take more water from the Waikato River
An agreement - in principle - has been reached by the authorities involved.
GFC fraud case: Ex-board member wants costs after partial-acquittal
Paul Bublitz was released from prison last year after a successful appeal.
Auckland cop wins appeal over Taser conviction
A judge had convicted the officer and said New Zealanders 'expect better'.
Police appeal for missing New Lynn man: Have you seen Michael Scott?
"Michael's family and police are concerned for his welfare."
Clan lab bust: Accused in court granted interim name suppression
A 45-year-old Mt Roskill man appeared on raft of serious drug and firearms charges.
'It's not a kindergarten': Another email revealed from under fire ferry manager
Everyone had a great time at the party - but the boss was not happy.
Hundreds of Auckland pupils missing school each day due to sickness
At one Auckland school, about 130 kids and staff were off due to illness from colds.
Team NZ fleeced in Hungarian scam: NZ police confirm investigation
Police say they are working with Hungarian authorities on a scam involving Team NZ.