A witness said the fire might have spread from one boat to another.

One dead, one injured after rural accidents today.

The projects are being launched in the second quarter, and will create 413 jobs.

The man was flown to Waikato Hospital in a serious condition after the crash.

There may still be a chance for one last beach trip this weekend before returning to work.

Locals and bach owners say they are devastated and saddened by the death of the woman.

"Tend to think it happens in Australia."

From established attractions to remote pools - there's something for everyone.

The 38-year-old faces seven serious charges including kidnapping and shooting at police.

The woman was now on leave after comments on social media.

Four people drowned in North Island lakes in two terrible days.

Hamilton District Court was shut down within 20 minutes of opening today.

One person is dead and another in moderate condition.

Severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued for parts of the North Island.

The protests have left the prison in an "unusable" state.

'They could literally see the whole prison burning around them.'

Ombudsman's August 2020 report found some conditions failed to meet minimum UN standards.

"We know that there are tensions between members of the group."

The human rights group is calling on minister to ensure force isn't used to end standoff.

Calls increase for Government intervention to resolve prison stand-off.

"Never lie. Once you tell a lie, you have lost all credibility," expert says.

More than 1000 lightning strikes have been recorded across the North Island.

The South braces for a long night as rain and thunderstorms sweep across the country.

'They're going out in body bags': Relatives say inmates will not give up.

Several fire and emergency vehicles arrived at the facility this morning.

Prisoners at the Waikeria Prison have been on the roof since Tuesday.

Corrections says the rioting inmates intend to use makeshift weapons on prison staff.