Shops may co-ordinate late-night shopping under the new initiative.

Police are determined to find out the events that led up to the 'tragic incident'.

Ruby Fogarty has gone from making cakes at home to owning a store in Waipukurau.

Twenty homes were evacuated as flames blocked access to State Highway 12.

'The arrests today are a clear reminder police are committed to enforcing legislation.'

Appeals for food, toiletries and clothing have been made for evacuees.

'I would like, if we find something great, to put it on the menu.'

Move from Ngāpuhi and others to take total control of region's port.

The meters helped identify undetected leaks under houses and streets.

Residents may be forced to leave their homes for a week due to the Northland fire.

Aim of the new $3.75m transit lounge is to free up bed space while comforting patients.

Farmers around the North Island are being warned to prepare for drought conditions.

Emergency services were alerted to a 'loose bull running around'.

Police urge anyone with information to call 105.

Police borrowed side-by-side off-road vehicle to access the patient.

Act leader David Seymour's Treaty Principles Bill is before the Justice Select Committee.

“They would have jumped a bit when they saw him turn up,” said one woolshed veteran.

Local businesses donated seeds and skills to support the community project.

Vincent, 36, died at Acacia Bay while saving his brother’s life in January.

'They’ll encounter wildlife most people will never see in their lifetime.'

The honey producer spoke of a “radically simplified organisation”.

Now-closed Smithfield freezing works site on the market.

Ōpotiki Mai Tawhiti's performance honoured past members, including Ricky Mitai.

Taumata Arowai is working with Wai Care to ensure safe drinking water soon.

The Government is expected to announce the new powers later today.