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Cause of Auckland-Hamilton train accident revealed
The accident took place near Auckland's Penrose Station in June last year.
Hīkoi continues south ahead of Treaty Principles Bill vote
Police say 5000 people crossed the Auckland Harbour Bridge on journey to Wellington.
Treaty bill protest: Second wave of motorway mayhem as hīkoi heads south
The hīkoi now splits into two groups, headed for Ihumātao and Bastion Point.
Trio who allegedly left man for dead on the side of Waikato road can be named
The fourth accused has two weeks to decide whether his name will be kept secret.
Pop a manu and you could win a world title, cash, and bragging rights
Qualifiers in new cities and larger prizes will make for more competition this year.
NZ's top 100 'hottest' suburbs with most potential to grow in value revealed
Analysis by OneRoof finds which suburb has the most potential to grow.
Heavy rain, thunderstorms and hail to lash NZ, thousands of lightning strikes recorded
'Many locations' in the North Island are in for a chance of thunderstorms this evening.
Family triumph: Delwyn Evans wins gold, son joins All Blacks XV coaching staff
Pirongia's Delwyn Evans wins gold in masters three and best lifter at Commonwealth Champs.
Power cuts, slips in Lower North Island as wild weather strikes the country
Cold temperatures are forecast to plague much of the South Island.
100-year-old Auckland butchery snags award for NZ’s best sausage
Judges declared the winning banger “a truly delicious sausage”.
Major police probe prevents tangi shooting and attempted murder of rival gang member
Police seized illegal drugs and firearms and restrained assets worth $800k.
‘Kind, generous’: Mother’s grief for man who died after being found critically injured on road
Two men have been charged with murder following the man's death.
Second murder charge laid after death of man found injured on Waikato road
A 43-year-old man was found in a critical condition but died in hospital.
Murder charge after death of man found injured on Waikato road
A 43-year-old man was taken to Auckland Hospital in a critical condition on Monday.
Black Power enforcer with violent past wanted on 'multiple' warrants
His extensive criminal history includes torturing a former cellmate for two weeks
It's official, Bluey is coming to NZ
The popular pup will visit Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin.
Hauraki Gulf plan: More protection, but Govt allows fishing
Hauraki Gulf Forum warns new bill threatens decades of protection efforts.
Police seize LSD, cocaine, meth and $800k cash in crime syndicate bust
Police said today’s arrests follow months of painstaking investigation.
Watch: Fugitive Tom Phillips and three children filmed in bush with large packs
The hunters stood mere metres away from the missing family and spoke to the children.
Five arrested after four masked intruders robbed liquor store
The offenders stole alcohol, cigarettes and the till.
Census reveals a wealth of detail about New Zealand’s LGBTIQ+ community
This is the first census that has allowed diverse gender responses.
South Dunedin residents ‘encouraged’ to self-evacuate as flood waters rise
'Risk of flooding, slips are high. Follow the advice of local authorities' - MetService
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‘Exceptional situation’: Dunedin residents warned of overnight downpour, asked to stay home
'Risk of flooding, slips are high. Follow the advice of local authorities' - MetService
Housing, sexuality, income - what latest Census shows about how Kiwis live
Stats NZ has released the first round of data.
33-hr drenching: Severe thunderstorms for upper North Island, snowstorms, downpours in south
Snowstorms are also forecast for parts of south. Severe weather alerts are out across NZ.
Pikiao Bracken Tairua leads Waikato success at Arsenal-X Hybrid Fight Series
Commentator Mike Angove praises rising talent, highlighting Tairua and Proctor's.
'Major safety concerns': Waikato gyms tell minors to lie about ages
A manager at one of the gyms said she was 'trying to fix' her mistake.
Waikato crowned champions at Wheelchair Rugby national contest
Four teams competed, showcasing skill and teamwork in an intense final against Auckland.
Auckland police kept busy during two 'dangerous' attempts to evade arrest
A man associated with the Head Hunters has been arrested after traversing Auckland.
Jetstar passengers evacuated after stairs blown into plane
Powerful gusts of up to 100 km/h are expected to roar across the north this afternoon.
'Be ready': Heavy rain lashes Auckland, more thunderstorms incoming
A wintry blast will envelop most regions.
Ministry of Education responds over claims school staff ate free lunches meant for students
Hard to learn right from wrong when ‘teacher’s nicking your lunch’, David Seymour says.