A 13-year-old girl who had been missing for nearly a month has returned home.

The woman delayed getting ticket checked, but overjoyed when she found out she'd won.

A serious crash has closed an intersection north of Morrinsville.

Two motorcyclists, strangers to each other, met the same horrific fate last week.

Ian Troughton's farm has been placed in receivership. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Ian Troughton's family farm has been placed in receivership. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Police have serious concerns for Tamia Apaapa, 13, who has been missing since March 27.

He was found at a family member's.

Tematau Wilson may be trying to make his way to Waharoa.

Farmers may wait until spring for the water to subside. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Farmers will be waiting for months to get access to their land. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

The winner bought the ticket on a whim while leaving the supermarket.

A night time trip hit a snag - and two boaties were left up a river without a paddle.

The waiting list for social housing has risen again, but fallen in Auckland.

A 17-year-old has indicated he will admit driving drunk with a car full of mates.

Two cows snuck out for a stroll - but only one came back alive.

Helen Lee lost everything in the blaze - now she's starting again - Made with funding from NZ On Air

4.3 million plastic bags are used every day in NZ - Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Ian Troughton said the flooding is the worst he has seen in 25 years.

63 minis have hit the road to raise money for charity. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Waikato police are looking for a driver who rammed patrol car this morning.

63 classic mini's are traveling the length of the country to raise money for KidsCan. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

A man has been charged with murder after the incident south of Taupo.

Councils are reviewing how NZ communities can be more prepared for future storms.

Cyclone Cook has been one gnarly Easter egg for surfers, offering nine-foot waves today.

Drone footage has revealed the extent of damage in the Waikato following Cyclone Cook.

18 year old Billy Turner signed up four years ago - Made with funding from NZ On Air

18 year old Billy Turner signed up 4 years ago - Made with funding from NZ On Air

Find out what's happening in your region as Cyclone Cook sweeps in.

It has been a tough few months for the region. Made with funding from NZ On Air