Sunny weather to ring in the New Year
Most of the main centres look set to ring in 2020 with fine, mild weather.
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Cemetery Circuit hometown heroes
Whanganui has proven a breeding ground for talented motorcycle racers over many years.
Injured orca freed from crayfish line
Orca tangled in crayfish line has been freed after four days.
Auckland child killed in Southland driveway incident
Police have released the name of the dead child.
Large sharks spotted at Orewa, closing beach
The alarm was raised after the police Eagle helicopter spotted the sharks' shadows.
Road rage: Couple claim firearm pointed at them during West Auckland incident
Police have taken to the air to find wanted driver.
It's a date: Auckland's mystery hunk from seat 17C found
He's been found and he's keen to go on a date.
'Chockablock': Holidaymakers at standstill on SH1 north of Auckland
Traffic at a standstill north of Auckland as holidaymakers head away.
Blogger turned away by top court over 'hate-filled' posts, harassment of ex-MP
The internet renegade continues to claim a former MP lied when giving evidence at trial.
Holidaymakers stranded: Fiji flights affected due to tropical cyclone
Flights to and from Fiji have been affected due to a cyclone due to hit the country.
Heavy traffic for holidaymakers today: The busiest roads and times to avoid
Traffic north of Whangarei is expected to be at its worst today for the holiday period.
Fire crews tackle huge Auckland inferno
Fire crews responded to a large blaze in Glendene, West Auckland, this morning.
Best of 2019: The six major cities that can now 'fit' into Auckland
Most of our major urban areas could fit within Auckland.
Sunscreens explained: How to best protect yourself this summer
Sunscreen is designed to protect us from the sun - what else do you need to know about it?
Worker risked 'catastrophe' with chemical safety forgery
The continued deceit of his employer had "aspects of corrupt practice", says judge.
Where's Evie? Family plead for return of beloved dog
Evie's family fear she was stolen as they ate Christmas lunch.
New Year's Eve weather: Outlook good for summer-starved Kiwis
It'll be a dry - weather-wise at least - welcome into 2020 for most.
Dog on the loose on Auckland motorway
Problematic pooch was reported to be on the Southern Motorway.
Four-car crash causes traffic jam near Sylvia Park
Crash blocking a key offramp for Boxing Day shoppers.
Two hurt, one seriously, after driver flees police and crashes
Driver crashed into another car after pursuit ended, police say.
Happy New Year: Brighter weather on way for NZ by New Year's Eve
It'll be a sweet start to 2020.
Christmas Day water chaos: Sharks, orca sightings close Auckland beaches
Several paddleboarders reported seeing 2m-long shark close to shore.
Boxing Day sales: What you need to know
What are some important things to remember about returning, refunding and selling gifts?
Lucky to be alive: Gary Steele's incredible recovery
"All I could see was this wheel coming towards me and I thought this is going to hurt."
Roadworks to shut some lanes over Auckland Habour Bridge
Shelly Beach Rd off ramp will be closed as part of the road resurfacing project.
Auckland City Mission dishes up 1600 free Christmas lunches
There is such a thing as a free lunch thanks to the generosity of Kiwis.
'Not nice birds': Owner regrets allowing weka onto his island
Owner wishes he'd let kiwi be released on his land 23 years ago, instead of weka.
Doctor continues legal fight for secrecy in public exposure case
A Kiwi doctor was caught three times exposing himself to a female jogger.
'It's not fair': Teen dies from leukaemia after transplant from sister
Chantal Stallard, 19, died after a desperate stem cell donation from her little sister.
Best of 2019 - Comment: 'I didn't leave Auckland. It spat me out'
Comment: Auckland's been my home my entire adult life and I love it - but I see its flaws.
Downtown New Year's celebrations a glimpse of Auckland's future
Best to leave the car at home this New Year's.
Brother's message over late Pua's assault revelation
Actor Pua Magasiva's dark final days were revealed last week by the Herald.
Serious crash on Auckland motorway closes Westgate offramp
The crash happened around 9.30am.
'Idiots' nick much-loved State Highway 16 Santa
"Goodbye Santa. You were an absolute star."