The device, VCD2, was installed on Tuesday.

Heavy rain and strong winds are set to put a dampener on summer in parts of NZ today.

High sea levels caused by adverse weather carried debris onto the road and cycle trail.

A cold snap brought around 8cm of snow to the Cardrona Alpine Resort today.

The Greymouth brewery dates back to 1868; Monteith's was founded on the Coast.

Giant swells and 10m waves in southwest NZ possible amid bout of wild mid-week weather.

A small stone, flicked off a blade, nearly killed Hokitika councillor Latham Martin.

From established attractions to remote pools - there's something for everyone.

Severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued for parts of the North Island.

The pair, hurt in a rockslide, were forced to spend the night huddling at 1800m.

Activating distress signal probably saved lives, rescuers say.

The West Coast has had a challenging year with no foreign visitors since March.

State Highway 6 is shut at the Fox River bridge.

Each year they leave their homes and fly to feeding grounds across the Pacific Ocean.

Faithful Pilgrim did not secure the safety and wellbeing of learners, leavers tell.

Concerns were raised after Peter Faithful went missing on December 12.

An unwell man who lived at Gloriavale for 40 years has not been seen since Saturday.

Even when you think you can't go any further, you can.

Landfills were used to dispose of household rubbish and are likely to pose minimal risk.

The council invested $1.9 million in the venture in 2013 and kept it quiet for a year.

Emergency teams were called to the workplace on Upper Buller Gorge Rd this afternoon.

Santa's been marking the festive season by parading down Auckland's main drag since 1934.

For the ultimate luxury, explore South Island's West Coast on a small group coach holiday.

Motorists are being told to expect delays as there are no detours.