To lose one family member was tough, to lose five was "unbelievable", says relative.

It is believed a group of youths were turned away from the party just before the incident.

Councillor under fire for insensitive Facebook post plans to apologise face-to-face

Coroner Gordon Matenga has changed his view on reducing train speeds in Ngaruawahia.

Risk of downpours for many as front sweeps across North Island

Fire crews will head back to the scene this morning to monitor the blaze.

Close doors and windows and stop collecting roof water, fire service says.

Plans for dealing with mass-casualty events to be reviewed in light of massacre.

Police have warned that State Highway 25A is blocked after a multi-car crash.

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People with WoFs issued by Cambridge Auto Electric urged to get their vehicle rechecked.

Events in Southland and Waikato have been cancelled following advice from police.

Government announces royal visit next month.

The road will be closed for some time while emergency services work at the scene.

Johnathan Coombe says he doesn't remember why his truck drifted across the centre line.

Police are investigating how the crash occurred which claimed the Auckland man's life.

One man in hospital, one in custody, after Tokoroa stabbing.

Residents are asked to stay away from the Roche St area.

"I pay condolences to my bro's whānau. I apologise. Love you Mum."

Carl Thompson, 17, contacted her saying he had images of her in compromising positions.

Auckland schools reach out to local mosques and a Muslim school opens its doors to all.

Waikato District Health Board says the risk to the public is low following the death.

Man resembling alleged Christchurch shooter Brenton Tarrant seen outside place of worship.

A woman is believed to have died in a car accident at Ngarua, north of Matamata.

The man tasked with transforming the embattled DHB has resigned from his role.

Council voted in favour of reviewing street names around Hamilton.

The number of confirmed measles cases in Canterbury remains at 28.

Isaiah Neil was "warm" when an ambulance officer arrived at his house the day he died.

One person is in a serious condition after a crash between a car and truck.

Road blocked at the site of the crash between Pond and Hopkins Roads.