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Storm cuts power to North Island homes
Hundreds of North Island homes have been hit by power cuts as high winds continue to lash regions still reeling from the weekend's storm.
Cop raid terrifies pair
Police smashed their way into a Masterton house this week and held a couple at gunpoint - only to discover the man they were after moved out months ago.
Sex teacher back in class
A legal loophole has allowed an unregistered teacher back in the classroom after having sex with a 16-year-old student.
My invitation to dine with Peter
What goes on behind the scenes when leading chef Peter Gordon collaborates with a leading company to launch a new product.
NZ scientist Russian spy suspect
One of NZ's greatest scientists was investigated by Britain's MI5 as a suspect in passing information to Russia on the first atomic bombs, according to newly released files.
Wairarapa coast: Castle on the sand
Rain or shine, Castlepoint has plenty to offer, finds Jacqui Madelin.
Earthquake hits Palmerston North
An earthquake has been felt in Palmerston North and other parts of the Manawatu as well as in northern Wairarapa and southern Hawkes Bay.
Washed up sperm whale set alight
A huge sperm whale has been torched and butchered after washing up on a beach in the Wairarapa.
Wet weather set to clear for weekend
The rain Aucklanders have copped today is likely to ease for a relatively fine but cool weekend.
No jail for drink driver who caused death
A Masterton woman, who caused the death of an elderly dial-a-driver while she was three times over the legal blood alcohol limit, has escaped jail.