The inner walls of the carriages contain asbestos, so they must be buried.

"Our kids are choosing technology over play. Parents support that because it's safer."

The man was spotted swimming fully clothed in Pukerua Bay this morning.

The person has been brought down from the bridge and is in police custody.

Claire Nelson has been cheerfully sharing photos and GIFs on social media.

Claire Nelson lay in the sun for three or four days with a broken pelvis, unable to move.

Rug up warm - more cold temperatures are expected today and tomorrow.

Hundreds of people can come to the convention to try out new games.

Today marks 40 years since the police forcibly ended the Bastion Point occupation.

Council wants to make new housing development more attractive and affordable.

David Scott says he will not stand down despite being found guilty of indecent assault.

A Wellington "Arts District" will be a destination in its own right, say business owners.

Crown argued he pressed himself against an employee at a morning tea.

Potentially destructive thunderstorms loom over the Marlborough and Auckland regions.

The road was closed while police worked to find out what the item of concern was.

Object that pressed into her was 'four or five inches long', says complainant.

The victim died at a railway crossing in Upper Hutt.

The upgrades will include 1274 new poles and 38km of overhead wires.

A trial for the alleged kidnapping has begun in Wellington this morning.

Trying to look after the planet is costing businesses more than they bargained for.

"We have done everything possible to get Ashley out of that place. And still."

Stormy weather for much of central New Zealand and South Island.

Two people rescued from waist deep water after car plunges into harbour and flips.

The teenager was one of six people crammed into the stolen car.

It's wet and a bit chilly, so rug up and remember to pack a brolly this weekend

Reserve Bank building in Wellington to reopen next week following asbestos discovery.

A recent spate of criminals ramming Kiwi police has officers concerned for their safety

Mayor Justin Lester said the Budget would help council achieve its own housing goals.

Three levels of the building have been tested and were found to be clear.

The 94-year-old structure will be strengthened instead of demolished.