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Watch – 'Freaky and very loud': Twisters touch down in Taranaki, locals fear for safety
Powerco crews restored power to two properties in Pungarehu.
Out of the closet: New trust to unite rainbow community
This weekend marks their first Matariki Pride festival with four events.
How a New Caledonia trip gave Kiwi jockeys a unique racing edge
New Caledonia resumed racing after two years of civil unrest and disruptions.
Researchers warn of Pike River mine disaster potential repeat amid WorkSafe shake-up
A health and safety expert believes the minister is being 'dogmatic' in changing WorkSafe.
Thunderstorm warnings across top half of North Island as heavy rain lashes Akl
Warnings of localised flooding, severe gales, waves reaching 6.5 metres and snow.
Kiwi adventure camp operator charged after boy severely burned on school trip
Charges against the trust have been laid at Christchurch District Court.
‘Emerging Company of the Year’ Projectworks raises US$12m, plans AI splash
Wellington start-up says it will be able to spot when you're burned out.
'Cold air rushing in': Wintry blast to lash NZ, bringing snow, rain and strong winds
Strong wind watches are in place for Auckland, Northland and Bay of Plenty.
Top cop's court battle: Is there public interest in alleged objectionable material?
The material was found on Jevon McSkimming's work computer before he resigned.
Media fight to report nature of top cop's alleged objectionable material
The material was found on Jevon McSkimming's work computer before he resigned.
Warm, wet weather to hit NZ before cold snap brings freezing temps
MetService has issued heavy rain watches for parts of the South Island.
Rural community well represented in King's Birthday Honours
This year’s honours acknowledge contributors to New Zealand’s rural sector.
Motorcyclist dies following West Coast crash
Emergency services were called to the scene about 5.15pm
'Community have their eyes': Police recover stolen pounamu
Ngāi Tahu members need a permit to collect pounamu from rivers.
Severe weather warning: Auckland Harbour Bridge closures likely
And there are warnings for other regions as a low-pressure system brings wild weather.
Rapid unscheduled disassembly: Musk's Starship hits turbulence again
The first-stage booster blew up instead of splashing down in the Gulf.
Which trades have to come back and fix things the most on new NZ homes?
New data on the building sector covers tradie callbacks, land prices, consents, and more.
Top chef urges shift to cheaper filter coffee as prices rise
Filter coffee demand rises; orders doubled in six months, major supplier says.
'Active weather coming': Heavy rain, wind forecast to sweep back across NZ
Today will offer a brief sunny and calm respite in a wild few days of weather.
'Horrific': Mother's plea after child severely burnt by embers at Northland beach
Her mother urges beachgoers to properly extinguish fires to prevent injuries.
Nelson flooding: Workers use cars to block street from ‘idiot’ drivers creating waves
Nelson is bearing the brunt of heavy rain.
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for parts of North Island
Wild weather in the south looks to be improving, with northern areas in the firing line.
Heavy rain moves north as wet weather system crosses New Zealand
MetService has issued heavy rain and strong wind watches for the middle of the country.
Severe weather warnings as heavy rain, strong winds approach the country
A front is sweeping in from the Tasman Sea.
Hero Pike River survivor convicted after assault at grandmother’s funeral
Daniel Rockhouse apologises for attack on uncle.
Rain, wind and thunder on the way as front sweeps in from the Tasman
MetService has issued safety warnings and advice before bad weather hits NZ on Sunday.
Regional revival as retail activity rises 0.8% across the March quarter
Almost all industries had their activity rise, although hardware did decline.