A transport watchdog has found that the train that ploughed into a digger driver leaving him with severe brain injuries was not at fault.

One of New Zealand's youngest asbestos cancer sufferers, Deanna Trevarthen, died in Auckland on Monday, surrounded by family and in

A man pushed his partner to the ground and bit her cheek, the court heard. Ihaia Hipango pleaded guilty in the Whanganui District

A man sent 200 text messages to his partner's friends and family, the court heard, including threats to kill. Rhys Carroll pleaded

Northland stroke suffers are being helped with their recovery thanks to a $10,000 exercise machine. The new rehabilitation and exercise

A kitten stuck down a drain sparked a major rescue operation in Kerikeri yesterday involving the SPCA, a plumber, council contractors

First a film and now a viral video - Patea's fame as Poi E country is undergoing a resurgence. Poi E is a simple song with a catchy

A man who made a sinister threat to the New Zealand Police on social media has ended up in court. Boston Baker pleaded guilty in

Kākā numbers are on the rise, looking for food around houses and farms. But these curious birds will eat anything, including lead which makes a sweet change from totara berries. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

A fire at the back of a fish and chip shop is a warning to wait until cooking fat has cooled down thoroughly before disposing of it

Thunderstorms are expected to hit some parts of the North Island today and tomorrow before temperatures soar to low-30s in some parts of New Zealand later this week.

One of Northland's most important pa sites has been revealed for the first time in more than a century. Vegetation removal at Kerikeri

A Whangarei mother's involvement in the large-scale manufacture of methamphetamine was influenced by her manipulative and domineering

Summer will be well and truly here this week with temperatures expected to soar to 29C in some parts.

A woman has been arrested after allegedly assaulting a teenager at the Thirsty Whale pub in Napier this morning.

People across New Zealand have been basking in today's sunshine as the first weekend of summer did not disappoint.

Nearly 100 Auckland suburbs have a median value of more than $1 million, new data shows.

Some of New Zealand's favourite beaches will be graced with gorgeous weather for the first weekend of summer.

The Bay of Islands will be one of four main sites around the country in large-scale commemorations marking 250 years since Captain

It's not going to be the sunniest weekend, but at least it won't rain too much.

Govt says a public message about unusual seismic activity under the North Island was not a cause for alarm.

A man wanted for an attack on his elderly father appeared to be possibly trying to grab a weapon as police launched an arrest in which

A helicopter crash which killed two Northland forestry workers doesn't appear to have been caused by an issue that's prompted red

A dry summer is on its way, but it starts with showers for many of us today.

A Lotto player from Dargaville will be celebrating after pocketing $1million with Lotto First Division. The winning Lotto ticket

Earthquake damage has forced the closure of the treasure house holding New Zealand's most significant official documents but it hasn't

All four men who were rescued after their boat capsized crossing the Kawhia bar this morning were wearing lifejackets.

The Bay of Islands will be one of four main sites around the country in large-scale commemorations marking 250 years since Captain

Police are urging the public to report any sightings of a 42-year-old man with a distinctive tattoo under his eyes. Anthony Gene

A luxurious escape for one family could not have come soon enough as the effects of the gastro crisis still linger. The Burt family