In 2018, 24 fewer people died from preventable drowning than year before.

Historic murder of 20-year-old daughter of Christchurch politician.

Finders hope to reunite lost wedding ring dug up at Waiheke beach with its owner.

Australian physicians want to minimise harm.

But the good times aren't predicted to roll on.

A cloud of thousands of insects flew along street in Parnell, Auckland.

Researchers are examining how much heat waves may have contributed to the jellyfish bloom.

Fatal flight may have unintentionally lifted into the air during taxiing tests on water.

Over 800 criminals had visas revoked in 2018, many already booted out thanks to new laws.

Coromandel visitors bypass $2 compactor fee and dump rubbish for free.

There's a chance part of the burning night sky object is sitting in someone's backyard.

Napier, Hastings and Blenheim set to share high of 32C today.

Police investigate 'suspicious' house fire in Gisborne

Woman involved in serious crash charged over police pursuit in Northland

Fine start to the working year forecast in upper North Island.

Larger plane helps clear a backlog of delayed passengers heading to Samoa

There is hot weather in much of NZ today, but gales and heavy rain are on the way, too.

Jarrad Singer remanded in custody on firearms charges.

Lotto Powerball winner of $22.3 million yet to cash in their ticket

Housing, agriculture, tourism - dire predictions if climate allowed to continue warming.

Strychnine seems to have been popular a century ago.

Mother believes Ray Mahu, who hasn't been seen since December 3, has gone 'walkabout'.

One of first babies of 2019 weighs in at 4.7kg

Jamie Cunningham stood on stingray while boogie-boarding.

Blaze engulfed heritage-listed St James Presbyterian Church hall in Mt Eden.

Police Minister Stuart Nash says options being considered, including saliva testing.

Delays on Auckland Airport route following vehicle crash.

Crashes have closed state highways at Karapiro and between Taupo and Napier.

Rescuers remind people to swim between the flags.

Crash cyclist's helmet "helped save her life", helicopter crewman says.