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Severe thunder, rain for top of North Island as winter blast hits south
Temps in parts down to single digits. Auckland is in line for rain tonight.
'Almost smell' new highway: Mayor ready for pending opening
Highway costing $824.1 million to be open from June to motorists.
Serious injuries: Helicopter sent to two-vehicle crash near Taupō
The crash happened just before midday on State Highway 32.
One seriously injured after fire at Napier wreckers
A car fire at an Onekawa wreckers spread to the shed surrounding it.
Teen swimmer breaks Danyon Loader's 33-year record
He qualified for five events at the World Aquatics Junior Championships in Romania.
'Milestone' solar farm: Genesis powers 13,000 homes with new site
Genesis says its new solar farm will produce enough power to supply Ashburton.
$150,000 theft: Heist targets heavy excavator equipment in Hastings
Police are searching for five attachments taken from Pākōwhai in March.
Historic Hawke's Bay school's First XV to play against NRL youth side on Aussie tour
More than half of the school's roll is heading on a tour of Australia this winter.
Memorial buoy unveiled to remember Napier's port victims on Workers Memorial Day
Family of people killed in workplace incidents were at the memorial in Napier.
'Exactly like a Canadian moose': Hikers report second Fiordland moose sighting this year
The unverified sighting has not been reported to DoC.
Crane barge removal under way after capsizing at Tauranga marina
The barge capsized on March 31 in Tauranga Bridge Marina.
Pregnant beauty therapist awarded $100k after being made to quit
The woman said the employment issues robbed her of the joy of being pregnant.
Rugby player in ICU after serious head clash on Anzac Day
The rugby community has rallied, offering immense support to Joey Ah-Sui's family.
Motorists back to 100km/h speed limit on SH30 Whakatāne-Rotorua
A widower has mixed feelings about the change after losing his wife in a 2019 crash.
SH2 now clear after truck tips
Emergency services were called about 6.30am to SH2 at Pikowai.
Heavy rain, 'unseasonal snow' and wild winds coming for NZ
MetService has warned the Northland rain watch could be upgraded to a warning.
Cyclist seriously injured in early morning Hamilton crash
Traffic management around the crash scene is currently in place.
Far North news briefs – Toilet warning, Northland on Monopoly board and port stake
News snippets from the Far North.
Kāeo rest home criticised for elderly woman’s care
Kauri Lodge under fire from Health and Disability Aged Care Commissioner.
Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua backs importance of injury prevention
Silver Ferns coach warns Northland's netball community over injury risk
Kerikeri students running competition to help eradicate moth plant
Cash prizes for Northlanders to remove pesky moth plants
'A spiritual moment': Matariki drone show set for mesmerising return
The Matariki drone show will feature hundreds of drones this June.
On the Up: Dozens come together to preserve a region's history, one click at a time
'Sometimes we just need to stop a little bit and learn from the past.'
'Zero facilities': Pensioners fear proposed 30% rates hike
The Johnsons' rates could rise to more than $3500 a year.
Migrant farm worker claims she was 'roped' into importing cocaine
Ruth Ramirez-Alfonso was arrested in a major 2021 cocaine bust in New Zealand.
Businessman accused of siphoning company of $111k, buying weed killer and Hush Puppies shoes
The 73-year-old claims he hasn't committed a crime, and it was a poorly governed company.
Fonterra says NSW court decision will not change Mainland sale plans
Fonterra says plans to divest its global consumer businesses are unchanged.
Hawks back into top six in NBL
The Hawks have hit the halfway stage of the NBL with six wins and five losses.
Aquatic centre closes hours after $4m upgrade opening, patron taken to hospital
'We are very sorry to those concerned and have made the decision to close.'
Alex Mukuka to make professional debut in Te Awamutu
The Commonwealth Games boxer has his eyes set on a world championship belt.
Smoke from cabin fire forces NorthTec students out of classroom
A female occupant was checked for smoke inhalation after the fire.
CCTV helps nab suspects in alleged hot water cylinder theft
Police were alerted to the alleged burglary around 9.30am on Sunday.
Police investigate after Hastings house targeted in early morning shooting
Officers were called to the Cobham Place address about 3am.