Spark into dust extractor looks to have started shed fire
The shed, used for woodworking, was destroyed on Sunday night.
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Ruapehu mayor warns detour delays could impact transport network
Desert Road closure adds 30-40 mins; mayor urges drivers to take care on detour.
US citizen named as victim of fatal Orongo crash
Marcia Shattuck was one of 13 people killed on New Zealand roads over the holidays.
Far North boxer Mea Motu up for unified boxing world title bout
Northland's Mea Motu fights for multiple world boxing titles in NZ first.
Kāinga Ora shelves controversial 50-home project in Northland
Kāinga Ora spent nearly $900,000 on the 50-home Ruakākā project now on the back burner.
‘Tragic’ Hāhei cliff fall: Victim was boy, 13, on holiday with family
Two young people fell from a cliff in Hāhei; one died, the other was rescued uninjured.
Five arrested after alleged burglaries and fleeing driver incidents
Ram raid in Taupō and burglary in Napier reported.
Police name New Plymouth cyclist as Matamata fatal crash victim
Inquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.
NZ's hottest town: Locals stay vigilant
Niwa recorded the hottest temperatures for December in Kawerau at 34.8C.
Watch: ‘Crazy’ video captures near-miss with oncoming vehicles on busy highway
Motorists swerve to avoid an overtaking car driving into the path of oncoming traffic.
'Time for a change': Hamilton Mayor Paula Southgate not running for re-election in October
In a Facebook post, Southgate announced that it was time for a change.
From university to sharemilking: Meet the Hammonds
'The farm manager was leaving so Dad proposed we come home to try contract milking.'
ADHD: The regions where assessments are 'a lot faster' than in other places
A support organisation says it's important to diagnose and treat ADHD 'before it spirals'.
'Challenging': Coromandel fire expected to take several days to put out
Four crews and three helicopters return to dampen hotspots.
‘Heartbreaking’: Death after fall from Coromandel cliff to be investigated, says mayor
Two young people fell from a cliff; one died, the other was rescued uninjured in Hāhei.
Major North Island route closed for two months
Ground temperatures above 13C needed to carry out work.
How Waimārama Marae’s reopening strengthens historic ties with iwi
Renovated marae celebrates unity, reo revitalisation with iwi leaders.
Ex-Block star sells family home, builds new one in three weeks
“We love a challenge. There’s nothing like pressure – pressure is a great motivator.”
Young Wairoa paddlers off to waka ama nationals
Waka ama: 'Cool to do what our ancestors did.'
How to avoid common summer injuries at the beach and beyond
Northlanders urged to be mindful as summer injuries soar, costing millions in ACC claims.
'Lifesaving efforts': Charity to send 10 more ambulances to Ukraine
'It will increase our evacuation and hospital transportation capability significantly.'
Mānuka honey’s sticky export situation
The industry is urged to learn how to keep the premium status of high-grade mānuka honey.
Long-standing Whanganui organisation revived and thriving
Friends of the Whanganui River's financial position is on the up after some lean years.
‘He was ready to live’: Family mourns adventurer who died in snorkelling tragedy
Daniel Allen, 46, dies snorkelling in Northland; family honours his adventurous spirit.
Fatal Coromandel cliff fall involved 'young people', police confirm
A second person trapped on the cliff was rescued by emergency services.
Dargaville records lowest annual rainfall as dry spell continues
Record dry weather recorded in parts of Northland, but growers cheer no heavy rain.
One dead after single-vehicle crash near Wairoa
There are several people and serious injuries involved, police say.
School breakfast volunteers ‘ooze care and aroha’ for tamariki
'It’s so rewarding knowing you’re helping make a difference in the children’s lives.'
Man’s body located after he failed to resurface from Waikato River dip
A rahui has now been placed at Arapuni, Bulmers and Jones landings.
'High fire danger': Residents urged to be cautious after Whangārei wildfire
A wildfire near Whangārei has been contained. An investigation continues into its cause.
Fire crews continue fight against blaze that stranded holiday makers
Three helicopters and four ground crews resume battle today.
Planes v people: Who will be the quickest on the runway?
The airport will open the gates for the public to run the runway.
Out-of-town buyer carves up multi-million-dollar Lake Tarawera estate
He's keeping the luxury bach and selling off the rest.
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