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Shane Reti: ED waiting times no longer being reported
Opinion: Emergency department wait times need to be reported publicly.
Police lift cordons in Frankton, Hamilton, after suspicious package 'made safe'
Police remain in the area making further inquiries into the package.
'Waves of rain' for NZ, severe thunderstorms possible for North Island
Rainfall of up to 40mm an hour is forecast in Northland this evening.
'Get it done': Tradie told to ignore defects, leaky homeowner wins $1m payout
Judge rules in favour of former editor left with substantial repair bill for leaky home.
Person dies after two-vehicle crash
The serious crash unit is investigating a fatal smash in Waikato.
Drug, alcohol factors in nearly 60 per cent of fatal crashes, study finds
Coroners have highlighted the dangers of impaired driving in their latest findings.
Cambridge tree death: 'Shattered' family pays tribute to amazing mum
She was one of the country's first bilingual teachers at Rakaumanga Kura Kaupapa Māori.
Storm tragedy: Woman crushed by tree in Cambridge named
Margaret Evelyn was sheltering near a picnic table when the oak crashed down.
Gas main rupture: Evacuated Tokoroa residents allowed to return to their homes
People are being advised to avoid the area.
Young trampers urge caution after 'easy' hike ends in helicopter rescue
"Even on easy expeditions, you can get yourself into trouble without much warning."
Shipping network could clear up clogged highways
Biggest shipping news 'this century' as millions funnelled into local network.
Bootleg smokes the competition at beer and cider awards
The smokey stout was the first the team brewed at their Matangi site.
Blustery Sunday: Strong wind watches, road, snowfall warnings for parts of NZ
Southwest winds are bringing severe gales to parts of the North and South Islands.
'It was devastating': Witnesses tell of tragedy as toppled tree crushes woman
It took time for emergency services to free the critically injured woman, who later died.
Wild weather: Tornado, gales - woman dies after being crushed by tree; harbour bridge lanes closed
Wild weather has hit the country.
Controversial Thames-Coromandel mayor to step down
The Thames-Coromandel mayor is ready to retire after 36 years in public office.
Budget 2022: First-home buyer loan scheme shaken up
Big jump in some price caps for aspiring first home owners - but prices vary nationwide.
Milk tanker attack: Boy racer seeks discharge without conviction
The 18-year-old will keep his name suppression until sentencing in July.
Man admits drug driving causing fiery Waikato fatal truck crash
Blood tests showed Karl McQuillan had methamphetamine in his system at the time.
Rāhui placed on Tāne Mahuta track after discovery of body
Te Roroa placed the rāhui on the popular walking track in the Waipoua Forest yesterday.
'Heartbreaking': The toll of four ram raids in four months
"It's not just the physical damage and costs but the impact on their emotional wellbeing."
'Suffering demons': Man's life after killing motorist in head-on crash
The victim had been heading home after attending Americarna in New Plymouth.
Will Singapore's Olam get enough milk for its new plant?
Latest dairy manufacturing entrant will need to get out its cheque book.
Marokopa mystery: Family of missing kids say Oranga Tamariki has closed file
Waikato dad disappeared with his children months ago.
Cambridge stabbing: Accused pleads not guilty to charges
The accused will stay in custody until another hearing in August.
Gaelene Bright: Man appears in court charged with murder
The Hokianga community is saddened by the loss of Gaelene Bright.
Woman has sex with brother; files false rape complaint - he spends 7 months in jail
The woman's false rape complaint saw her brother spend seven months in custody.
Hamilton name changes: Von Tempsky St now Putikitiki St; Dawson Park now Te Wehenga Park
Street and park renaming part of proposals for Hamilton to also be renamed to Kirikiriroa.
'Tell my kids I love them': Man's last words before death
An internal investigation found the officers involved in the arrest did nothing wrong.
Drone smuggling fears: Police called after prison airspace breach
A drone breached Waikeria prison airspace for 10 minutes, sparking smuggling fears.
Marokopa mystery: Family of missing kids say police lack of action is 'ridiculous'
Waikato dad disappeared with his children months ago. Family members fear the worst.
Bye bye blue sky: Cloud rolls in after bluebird week
Few weather worries for most, but rain warning issued for one part of the country.
'Your rainbows will shine forever': Husband's heartache at fatal crash sentencing
Gay Kettle's family today got to confront the man responsible for her death.