They need to raise $4000 each, with $750 support from the Future Champions Trust.

The deal will earn forest trust about $9.3 million in annual payments for 10 years.

The men travelled to a park to meet a seller before the shooting, a friend said.

South Taranaki farmers say a recent smattering of rain isn’t enough to break a drought.

“He wanted to be an artist on his own terms”

Emma Ngatai discovered her passion for hospitality at age 5, playing cafe in the backyard.

“It was very quiet ... a lot of people were crying."

About 10 firefighters responded to the two fires in Westmere.

Eighteen portraits will be on display at Space Studio and Gallery from March 25.

SH1 remains open following the incident.

The centre is marking two decades of kaupapa Māori research.

Rob Gollan and Jeremy Higgie launched the institution in 1996.

The NZ Secondary Schools national competition takes place from March 24 at Lake Karāpiro.

'It is a different approach and we are quite comfortable and like that approach.'

61 customers are still without power.

One person was airlifted in a serious condition.

'It made me realise that I truly had what was needed to put others first.'

Possible reinvestment of funds has been labelled 'a kneejerk reaction to finances'.

'We are trying to be the best we can be as a small region'.

The 8000-plus collection spans four centuries of European and New Zealand art history.

'Time is going to go fast. We need to hear from you.'

“I get most stressed when the cows aren’t performing well."

Riders can see landmarks like the Taonui and Hāpuawhenua Viaducts.

Suzy Cato's photo throwback revealed Curtis Bunker as a devoted fan.

Shona Beamsley cannot wait to hear her grandchildren say the words, 'I love you, Nana'.

The exercise simulates a severe weather event on a Pacific Island.

Carol Gordon will prioritise central government reforms in her new role.

Heavier rain and fresh winds are forecast for next week.