Recently released prisoner spent Easter weekend in a tent, saying it's his only option.

Temperatures have surged over 30C in Hawke's Bay.

A fine day with relatively warm temperatures is forecast around the country today

Sheeran posted about his wildlife experience on Instagram.

The sunshine isn't set to stay for the long weekend - a cold front is approaching.

Police are searching for a person after reports they drove off after hitting a child.

Dunedin health professional accused of murdering teen to apply for bail in April.

Roxburgh Volunteer Fire Brigade paid a heartfelt tribute to their fallen station officer.

Moana-Roa Keith "Chief" Haare died while guiding a trip on the Shotover on Friday.

Police investigate an apparent hit and run in Balclutha, leaving a man with glass in head.

The moment has arrived for Ed Sheeran's devoted Kiwi fans.

Olivia Wensley has inspired hundreds to share their sexual harassment stories.

Voices merged in unison as soft ballads floated overhead at superstar's Kiwi concert.

Aged 70, dentist David Evans is taking a break after 40 years, but don't say 'retirement'

The experienced guide is being mourned on social media by family and Queenstown locals

People were flown to Timaru Hospital after the crash.

A rafting guide has died following an incident on the Shotover River.

Emergency services heading to reported crash.

The five-bedroom home boasts an entertainer's kitchen and a master suite in its own wing.

''I can smell the alcohol from here,'' the judge told the woman on a drink driving charge.

Coroner and police reject family's allegations of foul play over missing boat captain.

Police didn't actually see the incident but a witness followed the car.

Urgency grows for proactive solutions as New Zealand's elderly population burgeons.

Villa Maria has been named on a list of the world's most admired wine brands.

The man raped his pregnant partner who was breast-feeding another child.

Temperatures fell almost a degree below zero at one weather station.

Firefighters battle a large, intense fire engulfing a hay barn at Hillend.

The pair blocked the entrance way with gravel and debris to keep unwanted tourists out.

Man filmed driving on the wrong side of the road apparently suffers from health issues.

Woman speaks out about her horrifying ordeal while giving birth to her first child.