Two stricken fishermen plucked from rocks in dramatic helicopter rescue at Port Waikato
The two men were winched aboard Auckland's Westpac Rescue Helicopter this afternoon.
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The owners of the property says they're working with fire investigators.
Protesters descend on Devonport over Red Sea military action
Protesters descended on the Devonport Naval Base today.
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Recording artist J Hustle takes the manu back to Māngere
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Auckland floods then and now: Photos capture devastation - see how same spots look today
Traumatic memories hard to shake for victims of flooding a year ago in Auckland.
Missing without a trace at Piha: Six people lost forever at West Auckland paradise
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NZ’s Best Beach 2024 winners announced
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Engine catches fire on fully occupied bus in Mosgiel
A bus was evacuated in Mosgiel and fire crews attended after the engine caught fire.
Top UN court orders Israel to prevent Gaza genocide - stops short of ordering ceasefire
Israel is ordered to do all it can to prevent death, destruction and acts of genocide.
The inside story of Mayor Brown's office the night of the Auckland Anniversary floods
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'We will miss your beautiful smile': Tribute to teen killed in Muriwai Beach crash
Madison Chamberlain was killed in a ute crash on Sunday.
Watch: Traffic chaos as boat blocks northbound motorway lanes
The worst congestion is expected later this afternoon.
Opinion: I am who I am, a Pākehā New Zealander, Tangata Tiriti.
Community advocate Denis O'Reilly says he's a non starter for this political game
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Kiri Allan on her night of shame: ‘I made a series of decisions. You regret them for a lifetime’
Former Labour MP speaks about the guilt and shame she felt after the crash.
Foo Fighters punter arrested after X-rated concert act
One of the US band's Christchurch fans had a 'cheeky' surprise for the musicians.
Watch: Harrowing helicopter rescue saves woman trapped for 15 hours in rushing waters
'Climbing on top of the car saved her life.'
Watch: Terrifying moment scaffolding collapses on busy Auckland street, lands on Tesla
A WorkSafe spokesperson said the incident had the potential for tragic consequences.
Cultish symbols, mannequin parts, debris: The haunting state of a once-proud Auckland golf club
Locals are said to be "grieving" after seeing the state of the Gulf Harbour Country Club.
International rugby player killed endangered NZ birds and boasted on Instagram
'We f**kn love birds ay.'
Have you got ‘hot girl’ gut issues?
If you’re not a regular on TikTok, you may never have heard of ‘hot girl gut issues’.
Black, white and all over the runway: Penguin delays flights at Wellington Airport
Flightlessness didn’t stop a penguin from storming the runway at Wellington.
'I don’t mind the provocation': PM speaks on Treaty Principles Bill
Luxon said there was a “range of views and feelings and people are free to express it”.
Albert Park police stalemate: Man in wheelchair arrested, roads closed, buildings evacuated
A witness said he saw about 30 police officers at the scene.
Mitre 10 changes culturally insensitive product names
Mitre 10 said the changes were to make the products more culturally sensitive.
'Private property': Maize border keeps out sunflower selfie-seekers
'We had people jumping the fence, picking them, taking photos, flying drones over them.'
And the winners are... Herald Photo Contest top shots
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'My body's falling to bits': Woman pleads 'let me die'
Currently the end-of-life legislation is only an option for people who are terminally ill.
'Broke my heart': Father of six loses wife to breast cancer
Stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis came on Mother’s Day: Huge outpouring of support followed.
Hollywood star and music legend spotted dining out in Britomart
The stars were spotted dining out in style after Black’s surprise concert appearance.
RBNZ confirms new mortgage restrictions to be introduced - what will they look like?
Banks' lending to high-DTI borrowers to be capped, as LVRs to be eased.
Trapped by tide: Surf lifeguards rescue family clinging to rocks
A high tide and large swells trapped the family inside a cave during a beach outing.
NZ’s most declined baby name of 2023
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