Police have released the names of the four people who died in the horrific Taupo crash.

Fire prompts safety warning about stacking hot towels straight out of the drier.

Kerikeri-bound plane got as far as skies over Warkworth before returning to Auckland.

He'll be walking five months, carrying film canisters with his dad and brother's ashes.

Vehicle owner contacts police after release of CCTV image of suspect car.

Three people have been taken to Bay of Islands Hospital following the crash.

The young Russian tourist was quite surprised to be 'found' by a search and rescue team.

Police are trying to locate the driver of a car that hit and killed a pedestrian.

Track the electorates that mean the most to the shape of the next Parliament.

Well-known GP Dr Lance O'Sullivan has teamed up with leading researchers in a new effort.

NZ First leader Winston Peters is pushing a revamped Super Gold Card for pensioners.

Heart Beat series: They told us about their towns. Now hear their views on the election.

The wild weather is sweeping south with motorists stranded and regions battered.

Bereaved Kiwis are carrying the shoes of their lost loved ones around the country.

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"The stuff I do out here gives me personal credibility," Maori leader says.

Kiwi fishing show host's monster swordfish catch has been confirmed as a world record haul

Labour's new deputy Kelvin Davis provides an important contrast to leader Jacinda Ardern.

Petition will urge minister Tolley to take control of 'dysfunctional' local body.

One dead after early-morning crash.

A small tourism business in the Far North plans to grow following a $30,000 award.

A top SPCA inspector wants the man accused of bashing a puppy sent to prison.

News briefs: Fire damages Parapara home, pool closes and new Land Wars fund.

New Zealand's 19th-century wars will receive greater recognition with a new national day

Caregivers bring children to kura to confess after destructive rampage through rooms.

Brazen theft has prompted Northland farmer to offer a reward in cash or oysters.

A Blenheim youth, who was adopted as a boy, is cycling 1100km to help kids in state care.

Warning: This article is about youth suicide and may be distressing for some.

Meeting of police and public comes up with plenty of ideas to make town better.

Warning: This article is about youth suicide and may be distressing for some.