Two people have drowned at popular North Island coastal areas this afternoon and two others are missing.

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Referee Alain Rolland has made several contentious decisions at this World Cup. Patrick McKendry lists the top three.

Rebecca Kamm heads for some eco-friendly R&R, topped up with gourmet eats.

Hot pools are just the start of family fun at accessible Miranda and Kaiaua.

Primary health care in Waikato faces future where demand outstrips resources, DHB told.

Two young brothers found in open water yesterday had no VHF, no GPS, didn't say where they were going and didn't know how to use the old flares they had on board.