It's a stunning day in Auckland and most of the North Island today.

Fears for the future of the reptiles arose when the museum was closed to the public.

More details have released about the parole conditions for a sex abusing former teacher

Christchurch is expected to warm up each day this week.

The young man was rescued after spending three nights in the open in rainy conditions.

Teacher sexually abused two schoolboys in what was described as "gross" offending.

'I still don't know if I will get there in time.'

More than 500 people recorded feeling the quake, which struck 45km deep.

Foodies and wine buffs will be spoilt for choice.

Who are they? They include our first African, Latin American and Sri Lankan MPs.

Melissa Ewings was last seen just before dusk near her home in Clarence.

Full list: Which schools will get free school lunches?

Full list: Who gets free school lunches in Wellington and the South Island.

Full list: North Island schools getting free school lunches (except Wellington).

The party also wants to create a new wine festival to help reinvigorate the sector.

Home owners in Wellington and Gisborne and Auckland's Herne Bay have reason to celebrate.

It's been nearly a fortnight since the 31-year-old was last seen.

Cause of huge leak 'won't be known until they ... dig it up and repair it', council says.

Icy winds will round out the month, with some in the South Island in for a freezing night.

Phone tracked to within 100m of Melissa Ewings' house - but no sign of her.

Melissa Ewings, 31, hasn't been seen for eight days despite an extensive police search.

Authorities are taking no chances with Auckland Harbour Bridge as gales threaten.

Snow and cold winds will make travelling difficult and stress livestock.

Check Metservice before travelling, a meteorologist warns.

Anxious Auckland parents are still wary about sending kids back to school.

Some say the move could have New Zealand looking like Coronation Street.