Swimmers should stay out of the water at one beach, according to one alert.

Controversial political figure Billy Te Kahika, flanked by his personal security team, during his speech at his so-called freedom rally at Parliament. Video / Mark Mitchell

A Napier mother-of-four says her complaints about living in a leaking and mouldy state have been mostly ignored. Video / Warren Buckland

Thieves leave Black Pineapple founder Frankie Walker reeling after stealing iconic mobile bar. Video / Supplied

Hutt City Council CBD development manager Cyndi Christensen talks about the cold drinks challenge.

Tasman Police are seeking sightings of a skipper and yacht which was last seen leaving Havelock Marina in the Marlborough Sounds.

House Democrats have now formally introduced the article for impeachment against Donald Trump, alleging he incited last week's insurrection. Video / AP / CNN

An unexpected side effect of the Covid-19 pandemic has seen certain sports trading cards Skyrocket in price.

The rāhui follows the death of Kaelah Marlow in a suspected shark attack.

6 January 2021. Following a speech from outgoing President Donald Trump, in which he vowed he would "never concede", Trump supporters stormed the US Capitol Building, rallying against the results of the November 2020 presidential election. Video / AP / Supplied

Andrew Alderson and Dylan Cleaver reflect on New Zealand becoming No.1 in the test cricket rankings for the 1st time after their innings and 176-run win over Pakistan at Hagley Oval.

Andrew Alderson and Dylan Cleaver review the the 3rd day’s play in the 2nd New Zealand-Pakistan test at Hagley Oval where century-makers Kane Williamson, Henry Nicholls and Daryl Mitchell have put the hosts in a position where the number one ranking is imminent. Video / Andrew Alderson

Herald ethnic affairs reporter and dedicated foodie Lincoln Tan is visiting unique restaurants around Auckland. Video / NZ Herald

Resident chained to crane to save protected macrocarpa at Ockham development. Video / Michael Craig

The top jail has been completely destroyed and can no longer be used, Corrections Minister Kelvin Davis said. Video / Brett Phibbs / Mark Coote

Armed police respond to the emergency situation in Rotorua Sunday night. Video / Andrew Warner

Baby born in the air, erupting volcano, shootings, sinking boats - meet the team who saved hundreds this year. Video / Michael Craig

French fashion designer Pierre Cardin dies, aged 98.

'Pretty horrendous': Fire near Ahipara spreads; Far North Mayor fears for homes as 100 properties evacuated.

Protesters gather to try to save old macrocarpa tree.

Auckland's most deadly beaches.

1981 Springbok tour: New revelations of 'serious' security breach.

81-year-old Waikato man was the victim of a road rage incident in Otaki last night.

Almost every move made by Grace Millane's killer was tracked on CCTV. Video / Supplied

The man who murdered British backpacker Grace Millane can now legally be named in New Zealand. He is Jesse Shane Kempson. Video / Michael Craig / Supplied

South Auckland-based youth teacher, Matt Fuller, his students and other deserving kiwis were treated to a day at Rainbows End thanks to 2degrees and it's campaign to End 2020 Happy. Video / Brett Phibbs

Minister of Food Safety Ayesha Verrall launches a food poisoning awareness campaign for summer, when cases of food poisoning in New Zealand tend to increase. Video / Amelia Wade

From best Christmas cocktail to worst Christmas movie - here's what you need to know.

A look back at the highs and lows of 2020. Video / NZ Herald