Urn stolen from family grave in Gisborne
"To steal from the dead, you have to be pretty low," grandson says.
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Fuel disruption to be sorted by Christmas
Fuel disruption affecting some service stations should be resolved in time for Christmas.
Kiwi supermarket's 'English only' sign
The sign caused a stir when it was posted on social media.
Rain won't cool off steaming hot summer days
Temperatures are set to hit 30C in parts of the country this weekend as rain spreads.
How has NZ stretched and warped this decade?
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Long-awaited rainfall set to hit country
The dry weather is set to continue up until Christmas, the MetService says.
Airlines want assurances over fuel supply as Xmas looms
Airlines are worried about fuel supplies through the Refining NZ pipeline.
Illegal meat sales soar - so do health risks
Concerns over illegal sale of meat and its health risks
Fuel shortages: The outlook for Xmas
Petrol supplies will take several days to get back to normal in Auckland.
Cartographer highlights NZ's sparse population
The map shows how much of New Zealand is uninhabited - which is a large proportion of it.
Fears of Auckland fuel shortages after pipeline scare
Fuel firms are concerned about supplies in Auckland, saying stocks are still recovering.
Lazy high moves on but warmth lingers
The amazing weather is over for some of us this week, but it'll still be warm.
2017's new record for weather insurance payouts: $242m
Insurance companies have faced record payouts for weather-related damage across NZ.
A town that hopes Shane Jones delivers jobs
In a town where many young people see little future, Shane Jones has brought some hope.
'Stuck' fault zone could unleash big quake
A large locked-up North Island fault zone could unleash bottled-up energy in a big quake.
Q&A: What's turned up the heat?
What's been cranking up the heat? Niwa meteorologist Ben Noll explains.
Clear night forecast for Monday's supermoon
Meteorologist Ciaran Doolin said a clear night was forecast most of the country.
More storms expected as Roxburgh cleans up
School out for Roxburgh pupils as third day of thunderstorms looms.
Government looks at ways to ease petrol prices
Government intent on dealing with petrol prices, which it says may be unreasonably high
Thunderstorms brewing over North Island
A second round of thunderstorms are brewing after yesterday's downpours
Q&A: The big quake threat from NZ's largest fault
Don't be scared, be prepared. That's a scientist's advice around NZ's largest fault zone.
No takers for $150k Taumarunui job
General manager will receive an "Auckland salary" for the "right" candidate.
Severe thunderstorm watch for North Island
MetService warns of risk of torrential deluges that could cause flash flooding and slips.
Residents allowed to return after flooding
Thunderstorms have caused major flooding and slips in Roxburgh.
Lotto winners yet to claim their millions
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Long, hot summery days ahead
It's going to be so hot tomorrow in some parts of NZ you'd think it was summer.
Patchy drizzle making way for fine days
This week will be nothing like last week's wild thunder storms
Global gong for North Island rail viaduct
Rejuvenation of the Makatote rail viaduct captured international attention.
Weather: Windy in north, sunny in south
Gusts of up to 90kmh are expected in the Auckland region today.
Open-water swimmers span generations
1300 people are set to swim the Auckland Harbour Crossing today.