Emergency services were called to the beach just after 6pm Saturday. The two people were unresponsive when brought to shore by lifeguards. Video / Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust

A history of Chris Hipkins' political career and memorable moments.

21 JANUARY 2023 Soon-to-be NZ Prime Minister Chris Hipkins talks to media on Parliament steps. Video / NZ Herald

Man ran over and killed partner, mother of his children on Christmas Day in 2021. Video / Hayden Woodward

One person has died following a water-related incident near Auckland's Narrow Neck Beach. Video / Aja Lethaby

A look back at Jacinda Ardern's journey as Aotearoa's Prime Minister. Video / NZ Herald

Labour Party Deputy Leader Kelvin Davis says men need to stand up to the sexist and misogynistic comments made against outgoing Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern. Video / NZ Herald

Expert Richard Gibson explains why so many snakes have been slithering onto our shores. Video / NZ Herald

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MetService Auckland weather: January 21st

She is the largest Great White shark tagged so far, and has been named Mananui. Video / Riley Elliott - Shark Scientist 

Immigration and Transport Minister Michael Wood comments on Jacinda Ardern's decision to step down as Prime Minister and what that holds for the party. Video / NZ Herald

Jacinda Ardern says she has 'slept well for the first time in a long time' and has no regrets after her shock decision to step down as Prime Minister.

19 January 2023 | A large fire blazes inside commercial premises on Auckland's North Shore. Credit / Supplied.

Jacinda Ardern’s popularity revealed as the PM steps down, Fire crews respond to building fire overnight and prosecutors announce Alec Baldwin’s fate in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald

Police are in attendance at an incident on Orakei Road, Remuera. Video / Dean Purcell

New Zealand craft beer breweries have been hit hard by a major CO2 shortage. Video / Molly Floyd

MetService National weather: January 19th - 21st.

MetService Wellington weather: January 20th

MetService Auckland weather: January 20th

PM Jacinda Ardern announces her shock resignation at the Labour Party caucus retreat in Napier saying she 'no longer has that bit extra in the tank'. Video / Mark Mitchell

Christopher Luxon speaks to the media from the national caucus retreat. Video / Paul Taylor

PM Jacinda Ardern speaks to media from the Labour's caucus retreat.

For the second year running, a Blackdale Stud Texel ram has topped the Gore Ram Sale. Video / Sandy Eggleston

18 January 2023 | One person has died and a search is underway for another person missing after a water incident at a Coromandel beach. Video / Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust

18 January 2023 | Emergency services rushed to the scene of a crash in Papakura where one person died and others were seriously injured. Video / Hayden Woodward

Holidaymakers recall tragedy at Coromandel beach, eight people rushed to hospital after crash overnight and why we shouldn’t be alarmed after Qantas issued a mayday call in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald

An elaborate scammer pretends to be an old lady while on the phone with multiple ANZ staff. Video / Supplied / NZ Herald

A private investigator reveals how Tom Phillips and his three children Jayda, Maverick and Ember could have remained hidden for over a year. Video / NZ Herald

MetService Severe weather: January 18th.