Almost 1800 lightning strikes recorded as thunderstorms lash North Island
MetService has warned tornadoes are possible for parts of the North Island overnight.
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600 lightning strikes, hundreds without power as severe weather hits Bay of Plenty
Isolated thunderstorms with possible strong wind gusts continue to affect the region.
Mongrel Mob associate's leg slashed to the bone, red shoes stolen in Black Power attack
Details of the incident have been revealed after one attacker admitted his involvement.
'Unsettling time': 30 jobs proposed to go at forestry research institute Scion
CEO says it doesn't have enough work in the pipeline to retain current staffing levels.
Arrests after alleged firearm incident in Rotorua
Three people have been arrested and a firearm seized following two incidents in Rotorua.
Tribesman killed by 'hotbox' beating after secretly using gang account, Crown alleges
Five men are standing trial for murder in the High Court at Rotorua.
Queues of cars at vantage point for Kiwis keen to catch last glimpse of aurora
One Wellingtonian described the situation as 'complete chaos'.
Specialist shortage: Te Whatu Ora Lakes spends $5m on locums in a year
'Higher rates' are paid to attract locums amid staff shortages, the union says.
'Complete chaos': Hundreds of cars jam Wellington's south coast, where to see the aurora
Aucklanders have received a stroke of luck regarding glimpsing the aurora tonight.
National power grid emergency further extended
The coldest spot this morning was in the central North Island.
Neighbour's relief as target market for new apartments revealed
Neighbouring business owner feared unruly tenants would be back.
'Abuse and threats': Inside the decision to cancel library's drag queen event
The council says the online abuse and threats were to attendees 'including children'.
Favourite La Crique faces crack field in $100k race
La Crique aims for a big win in Rotorua after missing NZ Breeders due to hoof issue.
Dancing diary: first week of lessons down, hard work begins
Nerves, thrills and laughs are in abundance in the hospice fundraiser.
Engineer jailed over fraud linked to almost 1000 properties
It's been described as possibly the biggest-ever building industry scam in New Zealand.
Watch: A tour through Kāinga Ora's newest city apartments
Take a peek inside one of the new Kāinga Ora Lake Rd apartments.
'Overwhelmed': Mum and sick child raise $2500, given new laptop after home burgled
'The kindness has pretty much dulled the ugly.'
BoP residents wake to icy temps, Minister praises restraint amid grid crisis
The country’s grid operator Transpower issued a warning notice.
'Third-world stuff': Energy minister praises chilly Kiwis' restraint amid grid crisis
The country’s grid operator issued a warning notice in advance.
'Through the roof': Spa-lover spending hits $277m in steamy city - and growing
This is expected to reach $408m by 2028 as global interest grows.
'Kick in the guts': Tradies 'poaching' work from locals 'rife' amid slowdown
'A high volume of tradies [are] jumping in the ute and trying to grab some of the work'
Killer Beez gang convoy heads to Auckland with Hone Kay-Selwyn's body
Auckland police are monitoring the convoy with support from the Eagle helicopter.
'Incredibly generous': Farmer gifts 103ha with panoramic coastal views for regional park
The generous gift has been called a rarity and 'true legacy' for the Bay of Plenty.
Police monitoring Killer Beez convoy towards Rotorua for Ponsonby gunman
The body of the shooter was removed from a rural property yesterday.
'Magic light show': 160 drones to light up Rotorua Lakefront
“It is a collaboration of story, light, sound and Matariki themes."
'Winter-like surge': Temperatures drop in region, -4.4C on Desert Rd
Weather remains sunny but chilly,
'Social housing doesn’t have to be an eyesore': Open home for new Kāinga Ora apartments
Twenty households are about to get new homes on Lake Rd. And you can have a look inside.
Person critical after Fairy Springs Rd motorcycle crash
The road was partially closed for a time.
Mongrel Mob gang patch theft leaves six injured in cascade of crashes
Three of the injured were innocent members of the public.
'He was limp': Mum and 11yo share story of 'terribly' scary asthma attack
'It’s pretty horrible seeing your child’s lips turning blue.'
Delays expected after motorcycle crash on Fairy Springs Rd
The road is partially closed and police say the public should avoid the area.
Watch: Sneak peek into revamped aquatic centre, reopening delayed
The indoor facility was due to reopen early this month after closing in November 2022.
'Full of ideas': 11-year-old fashion designer prepares for Auckland runway
Essjay Bennett and mum Angela Doherty are off to Auckland for Dress for Success