NZ Herald data journalist Julia Gabel explains all you need to know about special votes ahead of release to the public on November 3. Video / NZ Herald

Endangered birds find safe haven at New Zealand’s busiest airport which is proud to provide a safe breeding ground for tūturiwhatu, a special native species. Video / Auckland Airport

Residents awoke to raised voices instructing someone to drop their gun. Video / NZ Herald

Half a million ballots uncounted - Luxon may need NZ First, 30% drop in literacy support via Reading Recovery in last 3 years and owners are being urged to have a pet plan as Guy Fawkes rolls around. Video / NZ Herald / AP / Getty

Sir Grahame Sydney is a legendary New Zealand painter and lover of the South Island's natural beauty. Video / NZ Herald / George Heard

Shayne Currie continues his journey, driving through the challenging Danseys Pass on the way to Timaru. Video / Shayne Currie

Facial tattoos are not scary or violent, says Mongrel Mob.

Students from Te Awamutu Intermediate speak about the game Liquidation. Video / Te Awamutu Intermediate

The rolled truck after being righted this morning on State Highway 5 near Taupō. Video / Michaela Pointon

Kids young and old took to the streets across New Zealand for the annual tradition of Trick or Treat on Halloween, October 31, 2023. Video / Supplied

MetService Christchurch Weather: 1st-3rd November.

MetService Wellington Weather: 1st-3rd November.

MetService Auckland Weather: 1st-3rd November.

MetService National Weather: October 31st-2nd November.

Paraparaumu College staff versus students dance-off. Video / Debbie Cowens

Online grocers entered voluntary administration with PWC, study finds areas with more Airbnbs have higher rates of property crime and Kiwis are shopping up large for halloween season this year. Video / NZ Herald / Getty

Just your standard tractor on fire on the side of the highway... Video / Shayne Currie

MetService Severe Weather: October 30th-31st

MetService National Weather: October 30th-1st November

MetService Christchurch Weather: October 31st-2nd November.

MetService Auckland Weather: October 31st-2nd November.

Wellington mayor Tory Whanau during her appearance on Newstalk ZB’s Wellington Mornings with Nick Mills. Video / Newstalk ZB

Thousands of people are without power as ex-cyclone Lola lashes the country. Video / Supplied / NZ Herald / Greg Reed

Storm surge wreaks havoc on yachts at Waiake Beach, Auckland. Video / Greg Reed

One person was taken to hospital with serious injuries after becoming trapped in their car after it crashed in Hillcrest. Video / NZ Herald

Ian Foster says he will miss walking up to the coach's box, police staff explain their communications during the 2019 Christchurch terrorist attacks and it is becoming impossible to provide medical aid to people who need it in Gaza. Video / NZ Herald / Getty / AP

The best bits of Jamie Mackay's journey from sheep farmer to radio star. Video / NZ Herald

South African's gather at No.5 Cafe and Larder to watch their team lift the Rugby World Cup.

Rallies have been held across the country today. Auckland’s Aotea Square attracted thousands of protesters calling for an immediate ceasefire as the conflict in Gaza rages on. Video / NZ Herald