Reporter Diego is at Sunday Blessings’ Community X-Mas Service in Freyberg Place, where guests and volunteers come together to share a holiday meal in the heart of Auckland.

A Kiwi family moves to Perth for better opportunities. From police work in NZ to FIFO mining in Perth, they share their journey. Video / Carson Bluck.

Benny King sent in a video of him jumping - badly - from the Maraetotara Falls branch. The landing was “a real stinger”, but he had a great time. Video / Benny King

A sinkhole has appeared in St Mary's Bay, revealing old brickwork beneath the road. Video / M. Video / Michael Craig

There has been a big fire break out at a Takanini recycling facility. Video / Supplied

Te Pāti Māori calls for deadline extension for Treaty Principles Bill submissions and Canada's Liberal Party in need of new leader following Justin Trudeau's resignation.

Emergency services rushed to the scene of a two-vehicle crash in Waikato this morning at about 5.30am. Video / Supplied

Reporter Te Manawa is at Bellview Wetlands Reserve, where feeding eels, trapping pests, and planting native trees is all in a schoolday’s work.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has resigned and two children have allegedly been murdered in a tragic start to 2025. Video / NZ Herald, AFP

The Civil Aviation Authority is assessing an incident where a drone was flown in a prohibited area and time on NYE, 2024/25. Video / Brian Ouro

Kiwis spellbound by the promise of better wages and lower living costs have left Aotearoa in hopes of making bank in Australia’s mining industry. Video / Carson Bluck

Reporter Cash is hanging ten with 12-year-old Jordy, whose serious shredding is already winning competitions all over the island, and who has his sights set on the Olympic podium.

A truck spilled a load of urea on SH3 at Mt Messenger, Taranaki, causing significant delays during the clean-up.

Tokoroa's Kinleith Mill closure is to be decided by the end of the month and politicians and family gather for the final day of Dame Tariana Turia’s tangihanga. Video / NZ Herald

A man arrived at the Manukau Police Station about 1am on Monday 6 January, where he spoke to police staff, leading to the discovery of a deceased child in the vehicle.

UFC star Dan Hooker discusses his career resurgence and we find out if his vicious hook transfers onto the golf course. Video / Dean Purcell

Kiri and Lou Rarararara! is coming out next year, but the animators are already hard at work. Reporter Alexandria is in the studio to see how they make movie magic.

Fruit flies have been discovered in Auckland, new water safety figures are released. Dame Tariana Turia tangi continues, trade with Africa is suggested. Video / NZ Herald

Biosecurity NZ are determining whether there are more fruit flies in order to protect the horticulture industry and home gardens. Video / NZ Herald

Hundreds gathered for Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming’s vigil, whilst Kiwis are urged to look out for each other. Dame Tariana Turia will be held by iwi for one more day.

Rawene-based Haley Gielen runs a business that creates, maintains, and styles dreadlocks from the comfort of her own home. Video / NZ Herald

The Department of Conservation is investigating after members of an ocean swimming club say they came across people fishing from a boat at Goat Island Marine Reserve.

The family of slain policewoman Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming joined police at a community candlelight vigil in Nelson to honour her life. Video / Katrina Bennett

Dame Tariana Turia, former MP and government minister, has passed away at the age of 80. Video / Corey Fleming

Severe thunderstorms are expected today in the northern South Island, with a Severe Thunderstorm Watch in place for Nelson, Marlborough, and inland Hurunui District until 9 pm.

The hillside near a home has been charred and multiple fire appliances are on site. Video / Karina Cooper

Several hundred people are gathered at Pakaitore, Whanganui to farewell Dame Tariana Turia.

A man charged with allegedly murdering a policewoman in Nelson will appear in court today and New Orleans attacker believed to have acted alone.