'Nothing less than a hero': Skipper risked life to save others
Details emerged of how Paul Kingi put his own life in danger to save others.
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Live: 5.3 quake hits Gisborne, coast near White Island
Up to 50 people were around or on Whakaari/White Island at the time of the eruption.
NZ's angriest volcano: What lies beneath White Island
Monday's eruption came after a decade of drama at White Island - NZ's angriest volcano.
'Pike River all over again': Devastated families want access to island
Former Whakatane mayor has slammed the health and safety regulations.
Fears for missing Australians: Newly-weds, 7yo among names on list
Worried families have posted details of their loved ones online.
'Our duty is to return loved ones' - PM
The NZ Defence Force is due to approach White Island at first light today.
White Island eruption resounds around the world
News organisations break into local coverage to share the terrible events in NZ.
Watch: Rescue chopper footage reveals eruption devastation
Westpac Rescue Helicopter footage shows an island coated in ash.
'Go inside, go inside': Panic as Whakaari/White Island erupts
Dramatic moment volcano comes alive.
'Energetic with the kindest heart': Tour guide among White Island dead
A young tour guide is among those who lost their life in Monday's eruption.
White Island erupts: Five dead and the toll expected to rise
Latest from the White Island explosion.
Watch: PM speaks on White Island eruption
"All our thoughts are with those affected at this stage," PM said.
Tararua crash death: Thirteen killed on roads since Friday
Fatality follows horror few days on the country's roads.
Horror three days on the roads: Seven crashes, 12 dead
Three more people died today, bringing the death total so far to 12.
One dead in Whakatāne crash brings weekend toll to seven
Weekend road toll rises after fatal crash near Whakatāne.
Explosive! Whakaari continues to rumble
Moderate volcanic unrest continues at Whakaari/White Island.
Police error: Crash victim alive after incorrect reports of death
The crash happened at State Highway 35 Tirohanga.
Trial opens for man accused of murdering brother
Hira Moanaroa Tawa, 22, has pleaded not guilty to murdering his 32-year-old brother.
Father son duo deny charges over fatal stabbing
The two men charged share the same first and last names.
One in 36 million: Bone marrow giving Jesse a chance some don't get
Jesse Whare is one of the lucky ones - she has a match. Others are still waiting.
Two dead in horror crash: Motorists raced to help injured
A number of people have been injured in a crash in Bay of Plenty.
School response surprises Coroner after teen's fatal fall
Te Hawiki Hona Kiri Te Amo, 16, had a non-survivable head injury.
Rising fast: Bay of Plenty house prices hit new highs
The national median also rose to a record level in October 2019.
Volcanic alert raised: Activity increases on White Island
White Island may be entering a period where eruptive activity is more likely than normal.
Tāneatua residents question long wait for vital police station
Tāneatua residents are still waiting for a new police station a year after it burned down.
Man jailed for brutal murder of partner loses appeal
Appeal declined for man serving life imprisonment for murder of partner.
Coin toss turns to loss - Hinerangi Goodman loses council seat
A recount was called after two candidates both received 262 votes.
Father and son lose fight to keep names secret after fatal stabbing
More charges laid after Edgecumbe murder earlier this month.
Highway cleared after crushed car falls off haulage truck
Motorists were asked to be cautious when travelling in the area.
Flip of a coin could determine election winner after tied result
"Whatever will be will be," one candidate said.
Multiple arrests after police chase two cars
Two cars have been stopped by police after a pursuit in and around Kawerau.