‘Boom and lightning’: Flooding, power outages in central NI as thunderstorms strike
Thousands of people are reported to have lost power this evening.
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Delays on SH25, SH3 closed after separate, serious crashes
SH3 is still closed at Mokau after a truck rolled near Te Mahoe Rd.
Man accused of striking police officer with car appears in court
The incident happened at 8pm on Wednesday in Huntly.
Speed limit hike on SH5 ‘reckless’, raises crash concerns
An independent study found the 80km/h limit prevented 34 crashes in a year.
Severe thunderstorm watch for central North Island today
Heavy showers are expected in Bay of Plenty, Waikato, and Taupō this afternoon.
Police Minister condemns ‘disgusting and cowardly attack’ on frontline cop
A police officer was injured after being struck by a car in Huntly.
‘I will find you, I’m going to kill you’: Kiwi tennis players reveal shocking online abuse
Messages often come from international bettors upset over losing bets.
Leica Lucy’s next big test as Ellis Classic looms at Te Rapa
Robbie Patterson: 'She is one of those horses who is a real pleasure to train.'
How Savaglee’s performance could redefine his racing career
Savaglee's draw, barrier four, gives him an advantage to stay close to the leaders.
PM says Waitangi Treaty Grounds need not ‘dominate’ national day of celebration
Prime Minister wants Waitangi Day be celebrated across the whole country.
‘A great mix of cultures’: Rotorua’s vibrant Waitangi Day festivities
The Waitangi Day event in Rotorua attracted up to 10,000 visitors.
Blues, board games and Find & Go Seek this weekend
A roundup of events happening in Gisborne-Tairāwhiti this weekend, beyond and regularly.
Police officer hit by vehicle, driver flees scene
The incident comes a month after policewoman Lyn Fleming was struck by a car and killed.
NCEA standards: Are schools teaching to the test?
OPINION: NCEA's common assessments should reflect true literacy and maths skills.
Society Insider: Seymour’s romantic beach proposal; Kiwi running billionaire’s empire
Plus, is NZ rich list heiress Ali Andrews married to her French-US billionaire boyfriend?
Truck driver charged after 'shocking' overtaking on Kaimāī Range captured on dashcam
The man has been charged by police with dangerous driving.
Coromandel man accused of fatally shooting pig hunter granted bail until 2027
Stu Edmondson is accused of murdering a pig hunter and attempting to murder another.
'Extremely' valuable service medals stolen from family
Police are seeking information to reunite the medals with their owners.
Waikato Expressway blocked at Tamahere after crash
Police were alerted to the accident at about 4pm.
Truck and trailer roll: Person airlifted to hospital in serious condition
The incident happened on a private road off State Highway 3.
Bitumen spill wreaks havoc on vehicles along SH47 detour
A courier driver noticed tarseal wrapped around his truck's wheels.
Lightning strike at Waikato Hospital affected pagers, internet, fire system
'At no point in time was there any disruption to the delivery of patient care.'
Tall Blacks and Tall Ferns to play new Trans-Tasman comp in Hamilton
The new comp will be the first time in several years New Zealand has played Australia.
Police name victims of fatal crash at Acacia Bay
Both victims were 19 years old and from Taupō.
One dead in Waikato crash
Emergency services were called to the crash near Ngāhinapōuri around 2.20am.
Waikato town named among 'Most Welcoming Cities on Earth'
The destination received the accolade as part of Booking.com's Traveller Review Awards.
Opinion: Why redefining Waitangi Day is crucial for national unity
OPINION: Governor Hobson summed up the Treaty’s intent: 'he tahi tatou' – 'we are one'.
‘Just keep swimming’: ‘Tarzan’ attempts 235km surfboard paddle of river
Brenden Hawkins aims to paddle the Whanganui River on a surfboard.
Remains of 79yo Auckland tramper missing since March found in Waikato forest
The woman went missing while laying bait in the forest with her group.
Coroner rules out foul play in death of man whose body was found at a playground
VJ Tutai was likely in a low mood from drug withdrawal at the time of his death.
Missing Hamilton girl found ‘safe and well’
Police and her family had concerns for her wellbeing.
'Long gone': Fugitive escaped locked area outside courthouse, swimming in lake
The man swam through part of Lake Taupō in his attempt to evade police.
Coromandel shooting: Stu Edmondson denies charges, trial in two years
The shooting occurred near Coromandel town in December, killing Kevin Mabbott.
‘Your kids might be hungry’: School lunch woes continue; meals not arriving
Children who brought cut lunches shared them with others to stave off hunger pangs.