Police were called at 10.45am.

He had a taste of the sport as a child before returning to it in his 70s.

Richard Lyons was diagnosed with a malignant melanoma in September.

Busy weekend for the Aerocool Rescue Helicopter.

Trend emerges amid a dramatic increase in drivers fleeing police.

Taranaki woman has become a social media star after charting her meth addiction recovery.

The crash happened on Tuesday.

Swells peaking up to 3m are expected for the entire east coast of the North Island.

Providing aerial entertainment for a flying school, an airshow, cricket and motor racing.

Rotorua's council explains why it removed its dog drop-off box.

Regulation requires noise levels at bars to be similar to moderate conversation level.

The group of four teenagers were being carried out to sea by a strong current.

The alleged victim received a phone call saying a man was outside her house.

'Is this a cultural thing?'

Regional trials for Te Matatini about to start.

Firefighters were called at 11.48am.

Return of $5 fee could affect how community pharmacies compete, says spokesman.

'It was like trying to find a needle in the haystack ... I thought I had lost it forever.'

'I wouldn’t want anyone to go through it'.

One person received minor injuries in the Bay of Plenty crash.

Daytime closures and stop/go management will be in place along SH1 from Taupō to Tūrangi.

Te Atu Rangi Reweti uses his culture to connect with dog owners.

A woman and her son had been taking part in a rubbish pick-up organised by the Scouts.

Horror movie phone call: 'Just lock your door and call the police. Act casual.'

Road closed after collision with a car was reported about 11am.

The search for New Zealand's best beach returns - and we need your help.