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Weather onslaught: Rain, damaging gales, thunderstorms to sweep over NZ
The stormy conditions have already started in the south and will spread north Sunday.

'I literally had nothing': Solo mum's struggle highlights legal aid need
Legal aid repayments rose to $32.1m, offsetting some costs for taxpayers.

Wet, windy weather conditions forecast for South Island
Heavy rain and strong wind watches have been issued for the west of the South Island.

Sky's First XV coverage welcomed despite Auckland's absence
Coverage starts on May 29 with Nelson College vs Marlborough Boys’ College.

The 200m drive for smokes that led to a man's 7th drink-driving conviction
'Alcohol is not for everyone, and perhaps it’s not for you,' says the judge at sentencing.

Landlord threw up when inspecting rental ruined by three cats trapped inside
The landlord vomited from the overpowering smell inside the home.

Property Insider: Next steps for Seascape tower but what of Shundi's big Tāmaki plans?
Icon took over the Seascape site on April 30; now in set-up/due diligence/review phase.

Beach or ski: Your ultimate travel deal roundup
Visit Whitsundays, Venice, England, Scotland, Perth, and Canada with these deals

Nearly 7 times over the limit: Former NZ Idol judge Paul Ellis caught drink driving, living in his car
Former New York-based music exec Ellis told police he was living in his car in a park.

'Like having our throats cut': Couple called into meeting, both told their jobs were gone
Now Didi van Heerden has been awarded $207,000 from the company and its director.

Whale reported tangled in fishing gear at Tasman Bay
Project Jonah said the Department of Conservation was trying to locate the whale.

Drugs, bribes, body-image and Instagram: Lifting the lid on modern sport
Officials now recommend boundaries around 1:1 messaging between coaches and young people

Man's 11-day crime spree targets police by spitting and threatening to kill staff
'I will kill you and then I’ll kill your wife and then I’ll kill your kids,' the man said.

Sweet success: Northland gelato chain's national expansion
Bocky Boo Gelato opened in Whangārei in 2019 and quickly became a local favourite.

'Invited to make bids': New Cook Strait ferries progress
Six shipbuilders are shortlisted for the new Cook Strait ferries.

'Thought I was going to die': Port worker fell 12m into the sea at night
No one knew he'd fallen after a guard rail gave way while he was loading containers.

Marlborough Boutique Hotel is the ideal spot for a wine-filled getaway
The Marlborough Boutique Hotel offers luxury stays and a hatted restaurant, Harvest.

'Living their best lives': New mobile ocean farm trial for snapper
The trial system sits 10-15 metres below the surface, and moves with the tide.

'Big rumble': 4.1 magnitude quake jolts Levin
Residents described feeling a rumble before the jolt hit.

On The Up: Pandey business starts new hotel brand with $8m refurbishments
The four new Edit Hotels & Resorts are located in Auckland, Picton and Hanmer Springs.

Agents fined $35,000 after vendor suffers $73,000 loss on sale
The Real Estate Agents Disciplinary Tribunal ruling is seen as an unusual case.