Live: 1901 new Covid-19 cases as Omicron continues its surge
That brings the number of active community cases across the country to 11,601.
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Cyclone Dovi: Households without power; trees damage cars; slips, road closures
Wild weather caused havoc across the country - now the clean-up has started.
'I'm not a criminal, I'm a regular person': Anti-mandate protesters appear in court
About 27 protesters will come through the Wellington courts after a night behind bars.
Auckland movie theatre and Queenstown bars added to locations of interest list
Health authorities reported 306 Covid-19 community cases today.
Heavy rain hits North Island - new warnings of more to come
Adding to the humidity, intense rain is forecast for east from Hawke's Bay to Coromandel.
243 Covid cases - the highest since start of pandemic
The record was 222 daily community cases on November 16 last year.
'I'll never forget you': Hero saves drowning family
A man who had been watching some swimmers heroically saves four from drowning in a rip.
Victory for Kiwifruit grower who fought council after massive CV hike
The orchard's CV would have skyrocketed from $1.65m to $4.1m if the council had its way.
Police name toddler killed in Gisborne homicide
'This is a tragic start to 2022' - police.
Auckland bowling alley, Hamilton restaurant among new locations of interest
New locations of interest today also include fast-food joints and a Poirua restaurant.
Local Focus: Band school creating national talent
Musician Ricky Boyd is producing up and coming artists in Tairāwhiti.
Third alleged child abuse case marks alarming start to 2022, says advocacy group
Baby who died from critical injuries at Starship Hospital yesterday latest tragedy.
'Such is life': PM calls off wedding as Omicron spreads
Jacinda Ardern says her wedding will not go ahead, as NZ goes into red setting tonight.
Local Focus: Andrews sells car for Games dream
Gisborne judoka Sydnee Andrews on fundraising mission to get to Olympic Games.
Live: Second Auckland Airport worker tests positive; Palmerston North case has Omicron
The Ministry of Health has reported one new possible Omicron case in Auckland.
Cyclone Cody expected to pass east of New Zealand later today
Heavy rain and big seas forecast, with worst expected for east of North Island.
Police launch homicide investigation after death of Gisborne toddler
The 19-month-old was brought into Gisborne Hospital with critical injuries on January 6.
'Savage on my soul': Dad loses two boys in drowning - his heartbreaking message
A lifelong boatie, Chris Wakelin has never returned to the sea since his sons drowned.
Horror holiday period the deadliest for drownings in 25 years
It's been the deadliest holiday period in New Zealand waters in nearly 25 years.
The heat is on: Temps to hit 30C again as fine weather spreads across NZ
The weekend is shaping up to be sizzling hot, with temperatures hitting 30C or higher.
'Absolutely tragic': The faces of our horror holiday road toll
A tragic toll: The 17 people killed on NZ roads over the holiday period remembered.
Get out of town: Where to escape Auckland's sky-high house prices
How to achieve work-life balance and pay less for your home.
Bumper-to-bumper: Motorists told to allow extra time in heavy holiday traffic
AA says 100 lives could be saved each year if road improvements were made.
NZ could save 100 lives a year on roads, AA says
Three more people have died on New Zealand roads in the last day.
New Year's Day weather: What will 2022 bring?
All you need to know for your New Year celebrations.
Water tragedy: East Coast rugby legend dies in diving accident
Diver who died off East Coast was a rugby hero of the province
Police hunt alleged shooter after injured person arrives at marae seeking help
Multiple ambulances were dispatched to the marae overnight.
Search operation underway for missing diver near Te Araroa
Searches are taking place on the sea, on the ground and in the air for the diver.
Apirana Ngata's 1919 expeditions documented moments of cultural significance
The Dominion Museum Ethnological Expeditions 1919 - 1923 captured Māori culture.
'Terrified': Homeless family of seven 'squat' in empty house
'My desperation surpassed my fear,' says mum-of-five Ashleigh Wawatai.
PM's wedding: Billionaire's homestead venue, Lorde to sing
Hedge fund billionaire to host prime minister's wedding.
NZ summer travel: Five new things to do in Gisborne
Heading to Gisborne for the summer? Here are 5 things you can't miss.
Tairāwhiti community leaders call for Covid checkpoints over summer
The region has the second-lowest full vaccination rate in the country, at 82 per cent.