live
Polar vortex clips NZ, strong gusts batter Auckland Harbour Bridge, more snow expected
Thunderstorms are possible for the upper North Island to start the week.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromPalmerston North
Polar blast to bring more snow, hail, heavy rain and strong winds across the motu
MetService is warning wind gusts exceeding 110km/h are possible in Auckland.
When is a cabbage not a cabbage?
The mystery plant, believed to be a large variety of kale, is almost 3m tall.
Indian Independence Day celebrated in Palmerston North
Palmerston North Deputy Mayor Debi Marshall-Lobb helped raise the flag.
'He would have known his career was over': Shock after NZ pilot's fatal chopper crash
The 23-year-old Kiwi unlawfully took helicopter and crashed into Cairns hotel building.
Police shot at in Palmerston North: Cops seize loaded guns, put three young men before court
Police in Highbury tried pulling over car, but occupants allegedly shot at cop, sped away.
Five youths arrested for alleged retail theft in Palmy
Arrests were made in under 30 minutes from the first crime being reported.
Three men arrested after police officers shot at in Palmerston North
The shots were fired after police spotted a vehicle of interest.
No safety concerns as boot camp pilot welcomed as a ‘success’
The 10 teens in the pilot have requested more physical activity.
'Playing with fire': Act criticises council move to keep Māori seats without referendum
The Act Party has hit back, criticising the move as a 'race-based' decision.
Anthem singer Marla Kavanaugh cancels NZ show after death threats
The opera singer feels as if she can't return to NZ, according to her parents.
Dramatic Polson Banner rugby finish as big schools clash in Napier
The Polson Banner match was a draw - but there were 21 other matches being played as well.
'Beautiful human being': Mother and daughter killed travelling back from netball tournament
She had been coaching an under-17 girls' team at a tri-nations tournament.
Crushing 4% rental yield gap largest in 15 years – but many investors undeterred
'Rents are nowhere near enough to cover the mortgage for a typical debt-backed purchase.'
Opinion: The route that should be the next road of national significance
Opinion: The pressure on our roads is only going to increase.
Who remembers Morrie The Mouse?
The 2024 journal will be launched officially this weekend.
Driver high on cannabis drifted into oncoming lane before killing Raglan mum
Cannabis-affected driver Darren Lahood crashed into an oncoming car.
Hope for first group of youth offenders starting new military-style boot camp
The teenagers, aged between 15 and 17, will spend three months at a youth facility.
‘Just too young, poor girl’: Family of 23-year-old doorstep shooting victim speak out
Whānau describe 23-year-old Aaliyah Wilson as an incredibly loved happy-go-lucky girl.
NZTA staffer gave confidential driver info to gang members in exchange for meth
The King Cobras members then used it to find motorists after road-rage incidents.
Person dies after car and dirt bike crash in Palmerston North
Police say road where accident happened likely to be closed for some time.
Police seeking Justin-Soul Christopher Su’a
Arrest warrant issued following serious assault.
Racing commentators headed to Palmy
Commentators Day is a rare occasion for New Zealand's racing commentators.
Ground-breaking operation after man’s 12-metre fall
A routine follow-up call from a surgeon may have saved a Palmerston North man's mobility.
Man charged with murder over death of 23-year-old woman in Palmerston North
The woman received medical attention, but died at the scene.
Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter attends 32 callouts
The rescue helicopter attended a variety of call-outs in June.
Children’s Minister unveils first boot camp in Palmerston North
Government's military-style academy pilot for youth offenders will start later this month.
'Distressing incident': Police identify Palmerston North homicide victim
Scene examination continues as police follow positive lines of inquiry.
Woman killed in Palmerston North yet to be identified
The woman's body will be removed from the scene today.
Dave Mollard: Farewell Judith 'if it is about us, let’s make a fuss' Lacy
OPINION: Her words have been our voice in the community.
Woman's death in Palmerston North being investigated as homicide - police
Police remain at the property this morning, neighbours say.
'Disastrous during storms and crashes': Downer power workers face job cut proposal
Union says workers at nine depots across the North Island in talks over job future.
Teanau Tuiono: Engineered stone must be banned
OPINION: New Zealand needs to emulate Australia’s groundbreaking decision.