Watch: Taranaki tornado tosses trampoline into vehicle, powerlines down
New Plymouth residents reporting giant hail stones.
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Armed police descend on New Plymouth
"If you listen to police instruction you will not be harmed," the officer said.
Opinion: Recycling rules rile
What will I do with all the plastic containers I already have for recycling?
Hunker-down Saturday: Snow, storms and massive waves to batter New Zealand
Snow and bitter cold to batter alps and Queenstown, while huge waves to hit near Auckland.
Local Focus: From musician to mayor, Kuvarji has plans for New Plymouth
Kuvarji says local politics lacks community perspective. Made with funding from NZ on Air.
From musician to mayor, Kuvarji has plans for New Plymouth
Kuvarji says local politics lacks community perspective. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Flooding risk for Canterbury, Otago; scattered showers for North Island
Canterbury and Otago are set to be battered with 70mm of rain over the next 24 hours.
Local Focus: Accidental mayor pursuing another term, with energy
Mayor Holdom is seeking re-election for the job he loves. Made with funding from NZ On Air
Accidental mayor pursuing another term with energy
Mayor Holdom seeking re-election for the job he loves. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Batten down the hatches: Wet and wild weekend on the way for New Zealand
Brace yourself, New Zealand, few places will be dry by Sunday evening.
Day off from wild weather, but reprieve short-lived
You don't get all that lovely green scenery for nothing, New Zealand. More rain on way.
Wild weather: 200 lightning strikes hit Auckland and Coromandel
The thunderstorm follows a damaging tornado in Taranaki this afternoon.
Measles warning: Passengers on Air NZ Sunday flight to NP alerted
The outbreak shows no signs of slowing now Air NZ passengers are being put on alert.
'It's a health issue': Medicinal cannabis one step closer
"People are stunned when they see the difference in me". Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Medicinal cannabis one step closer
Nichola Smith sees it as a health issue. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
New Plymouth death: Thomas Holland named by police
The 25-year-old was found in Mangaotuku Stream at the back of a local school.
Police concerns for missing woman Michelle Wood
The woman is known to travel as far north as Auckland and as far south as Christchurch.
Mysterious knights behind viral Taranaki video revealed
A knight involved in a viral video involving sword fight at intersection has spoken out.
Kiwi's pilgrimage to honour relatives' war service
New Plymouth man's pilgrimage to Italian war cemetery and Cassino battle site.
Two children hit by car outside New Plymouth school
Emergency services were called to the incident outside Spotswood College about 3.30pm.
Temperatures to drop 3C-4C early next week
Auckland is forecast to drop from a high of 17C today to 14C by Tuesday.
Young boy missing in Taranaki found
Taranaki boy whose disappearance sparked concerns has been found.
Taranaki pest purge gives hope for NZ's 2050 mission
Taranaki's $47m mission to become pest-free is being watched closely by conservationists.
Six decades of service to Māori performing arts recognised
Sydney Kershaw's passion has taken him around the world for special performances.
The Scout: The best of the weekend's First XV rugby
A big win for St Peter's headlines the latest round of schoolboy rugby.
Indecent assault: Former cop sentenced
Police commend the bravery of victims who came forward to make a complaint.
New Plymouth blaze spreads to neighbouring houses
Five fire crews attended the early morning fire in the city.
91-year-old veteran ticks off Anzac Day bucket list
Clive Jones wanted to see Auckland's Anzac Day service again before he dies.
Auckland lashed by 'crazy' hail storm
Locals in Pakuranga, Botany and Burswood were caught in the inclement weather.
Enjoy warm start to long weekend - it won't last
There's a fine start to the long weekend for most of the country - but it won't last.
Former railway line a mere gouge in a hillside
The former line of the railway between Turakina and Fordell is gone - but not forgotten.
Bloodstains, faeces and double-bunking: Ex-patient queries ward conditions
DHB denies mental health ward is filthy, saying coffee stains had been mistaken for blood.
Pop-up Globe to hit the road as 'cockpit theatres'
Get ready Dunedin, Nelson, Christchurch, Wellington, Napier, Hamilton and New Plymouth.
AOS callout for warrant to arrest in Taranaki
The arrested man will appear in New Plymouth District Court tomorrow.