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From 'one of those pricks' to a 'legend in blue': How a parking warden tamed the streets

A lot can change in 38 years on the beat – just ask John McKelvie.

Far North news briefs – water restrictions end, robbery arrests and tourism boost

News snippets from the Far North.

Green light: $9m confirmed for stopbank upgrades in Waipawa

'Cyclone Gabrielle has left an indelible mark, and progress like this is so vital.'

Property Insider: What could the future hold for ex-Auckland Star site? Architects explain champion Te Arai home design

'Somebody, please build something here – anything' debate on a site empty for 36 years.

'Keep that fire burning': Hapū's ongoing battle for land return

The group have occupied a site on Hirini Street, lighting a fire to signify their protest.

Lessons for NZ in Australian election

OPINION: New Zealand can thank Australia for electing Albanese over Dutton.

'Best decision': Teacher credits group for marathon success

Matthew Liley completed the Rotorua Marathon in five hours and 50 minutes.

Kea Kids News: Giant prehistoric footprint discovered

The moa might be extinct, but they’ve left an imprint! Reporter Sierra is at Magnificent Moa Day where experts are revealing their incredible 3.6 million year-old find.

'Built on terror': FBI crackdown on satanic cult with NZ ties

The DIA says NZ children are 'highly likely' victims of 764's online exploitation.

Health NZ hid need for nearly 1500 mental health workers, report reveals

An email revealed the removal of shortage data was ordered by officials.

Nurses demand action after colleague held at gunpoint outside hospital

Hospital staff call for action as violence against workers escalates.

Destiny Church faces move from Auckland headquarters, new home still not locked in

The church moved into its current Wiri property in 2014.

Drones enter airspace near Auckland Airport, suspend flights

'Flying a drone this close to an airport puts aircraft, crew and passengers at risk.'

Inmate imported $15m of drugs into NZ - all from behind bars

Gang member Elijah Daveron used phones that were smuggled into prison for the deals.

Precautions in place after intensive care unit babies test positive for bacteria

Waikato Hospital would not say how many babies were affected.

‘Absolutely no justification’: Erica Stanford sent official briefings to personal email

Stanford and PM Christopher Luxon put it down to printing issues.

'Big rumble': 4.1 magnitude quake jolts Levin

Residents described feeling a rumble before the jolt hit.

How Māori youth are learning traditional medicine and giving back

Over 20 rangatahi attended the Koi Ora Ngahuru during the April school holidays.