"They think I'm just some little old lady who's going to do nothing," the woman said.

The dry, mild winter continues, but change is looming.

For many at Ihumātao it is not only about this whenua, but Māori rights in general.

A man was dragged away in cuffs, and a Mercedes had crashed into a light pole in Otara.

Police Association says policing the protest is costing tens of thousands of dollars a day

People continue to arrive, swelling the number of protesters at Ihumātao.

Two men are in custody after the incident in Silverstream about 12:25am today.

Whangārei woman 'shocked' over her stay at Piha bach and experience with Airbnb.

Both health boards deny suggestions they considered bringing in military personnel.

A trap impregnated with rat scent ended up doing the trick.

"The concealment method was quite sophisticated and not easily identifiable."

Fog in Christchurch today has disrupted numerous Air NZ services at Auckland Airport.

It's a slow start to the weekend for motorists.

"We know this vehicle and its occupants were involved in a number of serious crimes..."

Police are not commenting on an investigation into the leaked video footage of the crash.

'Returning streets to Aucklanders': Council plans 'world-class pedestrian-friendly' strip.

His service was reportedly rubbish.

Aside from the arrests it had been a peaceful day, topped by a Stan Walker performance.

The infant, holidaying in the city with family, is too young for first MMR dose.

Rule change allows owners to enjoy public places with their dogs for longer.

"Police take these matters seriously and we are disappointed at what occurred."

'His rear driver side tyre was shredded and he was practically driving on the rim.'

One councillor called the Ihumātao issue a "weeping sore that has been allowed to fester".

A man has appeared in court charged with murdering an Auckland toddler.

Part of the Southern motorway had to be closed because of a serious crash this morning.