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Traffic mayhem expected as Brian Tamaki convoy to head up SH1 to Auckland

Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki is leading a convoy up SH1.

The Hawke's Bay artists creating kiwi sculptures for a trail in Napier

Two local artists join the Kiwi Art Trail's team creating giant sculptures.

'Racing machine on the wrist': Scammer claims he was blackmailed over $200k watch

The scammer says UK criminals threatened his family and made him take flight to NZ

Watch: Vehicle rammed as weapon-wielding groups clash outside Auckland hospital

SUV reversed at speed, bat flung and metal pole used as spear during dispute.

Traffic delays in Auckland ahead of Coldplay, heavy rain warnings for North Island

Rain will make its way northwards across the North Island for Friday afternoon.

New Lotto millionaire bought only two tickets before striking it rich

The winners, an Auckland family and a Tauranga couple, pocketed $5.25 million each.

Treaty bill hīkoi: Estimated 10,000 march through Rotorua

Fenton St was blocked as the hīkoi went through.

Te Papa Treaty vandal pens a play about his prison time

Inmates' letters provide an insight into prison life.

Teens embark on 800km Cape to Cape charity journey

Tauranga school leavers Olly Dow, Thomas Winter and William Dunn are embarking on an epic expedition, raising money for the Child Cancer Foundation. Video supplied.

Hīkoi to Parliament

Thousands of marchers protesting Government policies affecting Māori are crossing the Auckland Harbour Bridge. Video / Carson Bluck, Michael Craig

Toitū te Tiriti hīkoi protest hits Auckland

Significant delays are expected on the roading network throughout the day as the Toitū te Tiriti hīkoi protest makes its way through Auckland. Video / NZ Herald

Former National Party leader building Bridges in the Pacific

Simon Bridges is building the chamber and its Pasifika links.

Māori flag designer blown away by the Tino Rangatiratanga flags

Linda Munn, an activist of 45 years, says her first hīkoi was the anti-nuclear one.

Shihad announce split, final tour: ‘I never want this to end’

All four band members tell Karl Puschmann why the iconic Kiwi rock group are splitting.

Support for grieving couple to start a family

Losing a child to preterm birth is devastating, bringing deep grief and fear. However, support and medical options offer hope to couples longing to succeed in starting a family.

Te reo champion's influence extended beyond the kapa haka stage

Ricky Mitai was known for his immense warmth and generosity.

Iwi goes to solar energy to power dozens of retirement villages

Ngāpuhi Investments in joint venture to supply energy exclusively to Ryman Healthcare.

Luxon speaks to Trump, congratulates him on 'historic' election win

PM snubs Mike Hosking on Newstalk ZB to chat with Trump.