Natasha Gordon is a Live News Reporter for the Herald, based in Auckland.
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Coromandel towns isolated by flooding, more heavy rain forecast as storm rages on
Roads have been submerged, roofs ripped from buildings and ferries and flights cancelled.

'Kindest person, biggest heart': Woman found dead in Waiuku vehicle identified
A man, 50, has been charged with assault after her death in Waiuku.

Kayakers rescued after being blown offshore, local uses private helicopter in search
Police said a fourth member of the group, on a paddleboard, was also unaccounted for.

Phone ban in schools begins - will it reduce cyberbullying?
Cellphone use will be banned in schools for students across the country.