The air conditioning on the plane had a fault, forcing the crew to divert.

The judge dealt with the RSE worker 'expediently' to avoid any burden on the NZ taxpayer.

The Mako keep the Shield for another week.

Now a judge has described one of the women involved as a menace to the community.

Natasha Birchfield dragged the victim out of bed by the hair, then bit her arm and eyelid.

The person was located with critical injuries and later died.

The exhibition is a tribute to those who have been loved and lost.

Crews arrived at the blaze in the Nelson suburb of Richmond around 6pm.

Residents say proposed controversial maps 'essentially rendered our property uninsurable'.

The judge noted their money struggles but stressed the seriousness of fishing offences.

'I want you to reach 21 and live a good, pro-social life,' the judge told him.

Police found the plants after seeing light coming from an area with no obvious entrance.

Judge says Edward Davis' remorse and regret 'may be aligned with apprehension'.

The road is expected to remain closed for some time.

Vast new discounter to be built on greenfields site opposite Westgate Lifestyle Centre.

'It's offending that undermines our currency and this is a serious example of it.'

Torture ringleader Dylan Hemana says he had a 'Once Were Warriors' upbringing.

Petr Cech had put pressure on himself to complete the 3000km trek, coroner finds.

He understood the seriousness of what he’d done and how he’d placed other drivers at risk.

Multiple bystanders are pictured trying to reason with the woman.

Peter Currie claimed an indecent assault at a wedding dance 'happened accidentally'.

Luxon has called for councils to 'rein in the fantasies' and manage spending.

"Hate is a strong word...but Patrick Hart, I hate you for everything you did".