School uniforms out, brollies and winter woollies in: Wet, windy, cold start to school holidays
"Severe gales" expected for Northland and Auckland, snow for parts of the South.
"Severe gales" expected for Northland and Auckland, snow for parts of the South.
"He's my little hero. He did a good job of saving me. I am very proud of him."
18 were arrested after man was badly beaten at his home in front of family, court hears.
How fast could you break down a size 20 chicken, a whole pork leg, and a beef short loin?
Protests within the Tūhoe nation show no sign of letting up.
The swordfish stayed away, but there were still bluenose, hapuka ... and an oilfish.
Hawke's Bay's own boulders with tourism potential have burst into view after a storm.
Man in Dannevirke District Court told he is responsible for his choices
"We have been aware of social media encouraging the taking of motor vehicles."
Promoter says there is no such thing as a "VIP" ticket on Lorde's tour.
Ngā Ara Tipuna educating people about the history of Central Hawke's Bay tangata whenua.
A dozen MPs address parliament as Ahuriri claims bill passes another stage.
The funeral service for the forestry accident victim is on Monday.
About 40 per cent of the 215 missions this year related to accidents.
"They've been killing and maiming our native wildlife for at least six months."
Police were notified of the Aropaoanui Road incident at 3.54pm on Wednesday.
Mongrel Mob chapter wanting to build bridge with community.
Central Hawke's Bay Mayor Alex Walker said there could be significant cost savings.
Police inquiries were ongoing to determine the circumstances of the crash.
Pre-sale tickets for Lorde's Havelock North show sell out.
Second time on parole and now jailed for a second time for drug offences.
And outgoing chairman Rex Graham - "a true servant of the people" - recognised.
"It's very important that sick children are kept warm at home."
"Nothing really special, just long years of helping out," John Berry says of his service.
Man charged over the death of Outlaws leader Peter Lui in Napier has been granted bail.
"He had the ability to see beyond the years he lived," Wairoa mayor Craig Little said.
Temperatures set to stay at the 14C to 15C mark for rest of the week.
Defence! Defence! Where's the defence?
Company says up to 40 per cent of staff will also benefit.
"We'd advise the landowner to give us a call so we can find a long-term solution."