Murder accused Troy Taylor today admitted dropping baby Ihaka Stokes.

A Hastings man and a group of eight on Hamilton Island among those caught up in cyclone.

The Tauranga Paradox Street Art Festival opens. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

The Tauranga Paradox Street Art Festival opens this week, bringing street art to a mainstream audience. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Thousands of Queenslanders have been evacuated ahead of Tropical Cyclone Debbie.

The Whipped Baker couple share their story. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

The Whipped Baker has become one of the most popular bakery's in Tauranga. The couple behind it's success share their story. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Ihaka Stokes' murder accused says he lied to police to cover up for boy's mother.

Markets spooked by concern at US President Donald Trump's ability to deliver on plans.

Enjoy the fine weather while it lasts because rain is on the way.

A roading upgrade in Te Puke, funded by the NZTA and Western Bay of Plenty District Council, has caused unrest as residents and business owners air their issues with the changes in the town. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Phil Tataurangi is one of the most respected golfers in New Zealand. After an illustrious career, he's giving back to the community. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Phil Tataurangi is one of the most respected golfers in New Zealand. After an illustrious career, he's giving back to the community. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

My Future Rocks is a scheme aiming to support local Rotorua apprentices into the industry after completing study. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

A roading upgrade in Te Puke, funded by the NZTA and Western Bay of Plenty District Council, has caused unrest as residents and business owners air their concerns regarding the changes in the town. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Diggers hope to find the remains of the man who charted and named Australia

Brother says "incredibly charismatic, funny" man whose sudden death was highlighted in an emotional TV tribute never told Jono Pryor and mates about his struggles.

Fire damage to the mountain bike park above Christchurch is "a lot worse" than originally thought.

The murdered girl's mother is doubtful the case will be solved after all these years.

Luke Jumeau has his heart set on getting signed with the Ultimate Fight Championship later this year when they come to Auckland. The MMA fighter, also known as 'The Jedi', is hoping the country will get behind him on his effort to reach the world stage.

The skies are beginning to clear after last night's storm, but the respite may be short-lived, with thunderstorms and more heavy rain forecast for later today.

Ikea says its new snap furniture should cut down assembly time by 80 per cent.

Online retail is having an "absolutely huge" influence and firms need to adapt

Residents of coastal town, Whiritoa, had a lucky escape after 260mm of rain fell yesterday and created havoc in the Coromandel Peninsula. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Kiwi conservation secrets are being lent to Australia to help protect one of the world's rarest birds from extinction. The Norfolk

The truck driver who ploughed into a motorway overpass, bringing Auckland to a standstill has been sentenced.

A Canadian mother and daughter awoke to an unwelcome surprise in Thames - the wild weather overnight had swamped their campervan. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Rare cache of paintings by famous NZ painter Frances Hodgkins surface in England

Thames & Coromandel District Mayor Sandra Goudie discusses the state of the region after wild weather hit overnight. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

The death of a 3-year-old girl, accidentally hit by a golf club swung by her older brother, has been ruled by a coroner as a "tragic, unpreventable accident".