Police officers find body, homicide inquiry launched
A woman's body was found by police making inquiries in a missing person investigation.
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Tuia 250 commemorations kick off in Gisborne
Nearly 10,000 people are expected to converge on Gisborne over the next week.
One motorcyclist dead, one injured in crash north of Otorohanga
The crash involved a motorcycle and a car.
Man changes plea, admits causing crash that killed teen
Olivia Renee Keightley-Trigg, 18, was killed in the early hours of August 28, 2018.
Awatoto neighbour calls for speed cut after crash
A hatchback and van appear to have collided, tipping the van on its side.
Lois Tolley killing: Emotions high as accused in court
Man accused of murdering Lois Tolley has appeared in court for a second time.
Rugby: Top sides win inter-island games in sixth round of Heartland Championship
South Canterbury and West Coast hold off low-ranked home sides to keep top spots
Enjoy that sunshine - there's a wintry snap looming
Snow flurries down to 100m are possible in Southland and Otago, Weatherwatch says.
Traffic chaos concerns as part of busy Waikato expressway closes for six weeks
Commuters should expect delays during morning and evening peak traffic periods.
Scientists get clearer view of Hikurangi's quake-making potential
Scientists say they may be a step closer to understanding NZ fault zone's big threats.
Relief as new Manawatū Gorge highway announced
One local says the new road would make a big difference to the community.
Manawatū Gorge replacement highway gets go-ahead
Twyford says govt has to make sure the important highway can be built as soon as possible.
Grab your umbrella: It's going to bucket down
Brrr - it's going to be a cold, wet and windy week.
Levin expressway supporters eye freed-up funds
The Transport Agency says decisions on re-allocated funding will be made this week.
Weather: Golden days on their way out
Cooler temperatures, cloudy conditions and rain are on their way.
Teenager organises Whanganui Strike 4 Climate
People are invited to meet and march to council over climate change on September 27.
First time on a farm: Flaxmere school kids launch into heartwarming alpaca hugs on school trip
Kassius-Kage Petuha had never been to a farm. His reaction was priceless.
Napier mayoral candidates duel over Māori wards, future of Meeanee
Two candidates, Chris Tremain and Steve Gibson, openly against Māori wards.
Martinborough: What makes Toast tick
Linda Meads takes a look at Martinborough's big day out for food and wine.
Teen girl punched, stomped in vicious attack; classmates watch
Footage of a violent assault on a schoolgirl by a classmate has emerged online.
WHS eyes netball nationals
Whanganui High School make history by reaching the national championships in October.
Another heavy rain warning for Auckland after Coromandel flooding
Heavy rain expected in the upper North Island, while the South Island basks in the sun.
Weird 'sprin-ter' weather: NZ's in for miserable months
Is it spring? Winter? Call it sprinter. Forecasters are picking a volatile season ahead.
Mum went to doctor 16 times - but her baby still died
Waikato DHB has been ordered to apologise to Melanie Harding over the care of baby Riley.
Wild weather: Severe thunderstorm watch issued
The upper North Island is set to be battered by thunderstorms.
'Appalling case': Neglected 89yo found 'fused' to couch
Exclusive: A horrific case of elder abuse saw an elderly woman found fused to a sofa.
Enjoy the sun - 5m waves, heavy rain and thunderstorms are on the way
Enjoy the sunshine while it lasts - wild weather is on its way tonight.
Keep NZ Beautiful judges impressed with Whanganui
Resource recovery centre shows off Whanganui in the competition for most beautiful city.
Warm-up or warm-down? Cool weather for ABs v Tonga amid wet weekend
The wintry blast will be nothing like the heat and humidity of Japan for the World Cup.
Auckland's wild weather topples trees, causes flooding
A severe weather watch was issued for parts of the North Island.
Entries open for world's largest adventure race
Godzone will make history in 2020 with Rotorua the first North Island region to host.
What the All Blacks did next: World Cup squad's off-diary trip
After a week of public events, the team made a secret visit.