Lifeguards rescue swimmers caught in rips outside flagged areas
A man and a woman were rescued from rips at Midway on Sunday in two separate incidents.
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News snippets from the Far North.
$673,000 cash, 11.3kg meth found in drug searches, court hears
Crown says Sunia To'ofohe was a drug dealer; defence says he's a victim of poor policing.
‘Unheard of’: Family astonished at landing 100kg marlin near Kāpiti Island
A family fishing trip off the Kapiti Coast landed something a little heftier than snapper.
Napier to Wellington scooter challenge aims to raise $200k for charity
The event supports mental health initiatives in the Hawke’s Bay region.
Law firm partner accused of inappropriate touching at Xmas party
He allegedly grabbed a colleague's penis while dancing.
Car crashes through Wellington CBD shop window
A witness said the car had driven into an angle park, and appeared to slow down or stop.
Billionaires and man dildos: Ben Elton on the concept of 'Authentic Stupidity'
Elton makes his long-awaited NZ return in April and May this year.
Midway retains Ralph Morse Shield in surf lifesaving competition
Emily Petro won the U17 ski and board, with strong finishes in iron races.
Why is US Coastguard ship moored in Wellington?
It sailed into the capital's harbour on Monday.
Phil Gifford: A match-maker’s dream and rugby’s saddest story
OPINION: The Chiefs will need no reminder how much effort is needed to beat the new Blues.
‘Be open to relocating’: Recruiters’ grim advice for Wellington job seekers
Recruiters say some are getting desperate, applying for jobs outside their skill set.
‘Life and death': Cost of living preventing Kiwis from accessing crucial medical tool
Kate McCombs remembers urgently tapping her MedicAlert bracelet, trying to get help.
500 schools ranked: NCEA hotspots where top marks meet affordable housing
Discover the schools with the highest academic results and most affordable house prices.
Watch: Boy racer facing multiple charges after performing burnouts in Lower Hutt
The 24-year-old man was taken into police custody and had his car impounded.
Tuxedo stakes Derby claim with dominant Waikato Guineas win
Tuxedo's dominant win at Te Rapa boosts his Derby prospects significantly.
‘Rebuilding my relationship with the Greens’ - Tory Whanau’s bid for a second term
She is rebuilding relationships with the party after championing controversial policies.
Ryan Bridge: Policy ‘vibe’ of kindness kills public service competence
OPINION: Unironically, Kāinga Ora this week announced a focus on building state houses.
Lotto Powerball: One lucky Hamilton ticketholder is $10.5m richer
Tonight's draw offered the chance for someone to become an instant multi-millionaire.
Phoenix women pegged back by Victory
All the action as Wellington Phoenix drew with Melbourne Victory in A-League Women.
Skateboarder hitches ride on back of fast-moving train
The man was lucky to avoid injury or death during the dangerous stunt, police say.
Kiwi mum shocked at $1000 school uniform bill
Woman says she was horrified when handed the bill for her son's uniform this year.
'I can get anyone out': Smith ready to test himself at Champions Trophy
With Lockie Ferguson in doubt, Nathan Smith could play a key role at the Champions Trophy.
Government backpedals on some automatic speed reversals, says consultation now possible
'There is local support for the speed limits to stay lower,' says Chris Bishop.
Big numbers caught in cardiac surgery delays, Health NZ responds
'All hospital areas have patients waiting beyond expectation,' says Health NZ.
Police seek extradition of two Vietnamese officials after alleged indecent assault on waitresses
One victim said the officials were 'pulling us into their laps' while they worked.
'Couldn't locate him': Caves, rocks searched in hunt for missing Cook Strait jetskier
'At this time there has been no sign of the missing man,' police said.
‘If you come in, this place will be gone’: Woman held hostage for 15 hours
Phillip Mant was furious with the outcome of an earlier court matter.
‘It’s horrible’: Rise in funeral livestream scams alarms families
Scammers create fake pages, ask for money to watch livestreams, upsetting families.
Seven arrested after armed police callout, firearms and meth charges laid
Charges include burglary, possession of firearms and methamphetamine.
Opinion: Regulatory Standards Bill is extreme and unjustified
Minister David Seymour claims 'most of New Zealand’s problems' stem from poor regulation.
House values, rents to drop: Could 2025 be the year to buy?
So many houses are on the market right now, it could take months to clear