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'Kindest person, biggest heart': Woman found dead in Waiuku vehicle identified
New Zealand

'Kindest person, biggest heart': Woman found dead in Waiuku vehicle identified

15 Apr 08:03 AM

A man, 50, has been charged with assault after her death in Waiuku.

'Reprehensible': Expert blasts behaviour of doctor who allegedly had sex at clinic
New Zealand

'Reprehensible': Expert blasts behaviour of doctor who allegedly had sex at clinic

15 Apr 08:00 AM

However, the expert ended up softening his views after questions from counsel.

Heavy rain, 100km/h winds: Severe storm approaching NZ upgraded to Tropical Cyclone Tam
New Zealand

Heavy rain, 100km/h winds: Severe storm approaching NZ upgraded to Tropical Cyclone Tam

15 Apr 07:35 AM

'It will bring significant weather to the upper North Island late Wednesday to Thursday.'

'Incredibly rare' king penguin sighting at Otago beach
New Zealand

'Incredibly rare' king penguin sighting at Otago beach

15 Apr 07:16 AM

The rare sighting was described as a 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity'.

KiwiRail fined $63,000 for safety breach that endangered 90 passengers
New Zealand

KiwiRail fined $63,000 for safety breach that endangered 90 passengers

15 Apr 05:35 AM

Rail operator penalised after a train ran a red signal on June 17, 2023.

'We just want our steps back': Council criticised for ‘sneaky’ beach access closure
New Zealand

'We just want our steps back': Council criticised for ‘sneaky’ beach access closure

15 Apr 05:29 AM

Lawyer Neil Weatherhead called the closure 'sneaky' and 'unlawful'.

Chatham Islands residents encouraged to apply for Government cash
New Zealand

Chatham Islands residents encouraged to apply for Government cash

15 Apr 05:15 AM

Minister Shane Jones will be leading a delegation on Wednesday for a regional summit.

'Huge inconvenience': Man's stolen prosthetic delays recovery
New Zealand

'Huge inconvenience': Man's stolen prosthetic delays recovery

15 Apr 04:40 AM

Russell Blank’s prosthetic leg was stolen from his letterbox in Whangaroa.

Vietnam ‘a real star’ for three NZ fruits - which ones are next?
New Zealand

Vietnam ‘a real star’ for three NZ fruits - which ones are next?

15 Apr 04:30 AM

New Zealand earned $172m from horticultural exports to Vietnam in 2024.

'A difficult process': Bremworth cuts 15 staff from Whanganui plant
New Zealand

'A difficult process': Bremworth cuts 15 staff from Whanganui plant

15 Apr 04:26 AM

'There was a lot of anxiety and stress waiting for that confirmation.'

Kiwis taking on the world in mega-rich Hong Kong race
Racing

Kiwis taking on the world in mega-rich Hong Kong race

15 Apr 04:12 AM

El Vencedor has earned a trip to Sha Tin after three Group 1 wins in 28 days.

A 'spectacular display': Yatton Park set to be filled with daffodils
New Zealand

A 'spectacular display': Yatton Park set to be filled with daffodils

15 Apr 04:07 AM

The Cancer Society initiative aims to raise funds for its 'crucial' services.

A 'spectacular display': Kuirau Park set to be filled with daffodils
New Zealand

A 'spectacular display': Kuirau Park set to be filled with daffodils

15 Apr 04:07 AM

The Cancer Society initiative aims to raise funds for its 'crucial' services.

Kawerau death: Second 15-year-old charged with murder
New Zealand

Kawerau death: Second 15-year-old charged with murder

15 Apr 03:17 AM

Three people have been charged with murder following the death of Michael Tokona.

Police look for silver Nissan after Huntly aggravated robbery
New Zealand

Police look for silver Nissan after Huntly aggravated robbery

15 Apr 02:49 AM

Three men allegedly assaulted an employee at a commercial premises on Sunday.

How Mount Mainstreet's new team plans to boost local business
New Zealand

How Mount Mainstreet's new team plans to boost local business

15 Apr 02:06 AM

Upcoming events include a jazz festival at Easter and Community Curling in April.

The Country: GDT auction preview with Mark de Lautour
New Zealand

The Country: GDT auction preview with Mark de Lautour

15 Apr 01:05 AM

Damien O'Connor, Hunter McGregor, Mark de Lautour, and Dr Jacqueline Rowarth.

Is Ashburton's water supply a health risk to babies? Council denies Greenpeace claims
New Zealand

Is Ashburton's water supply a health risk to babies? Council denies Greenpeace claims

15 Apr 01:00 AM

Greenpeace tests have shown high nitrate levels in Ashburton's drinking water.

Man appears in court on Kawakawa murder charge
New Zealand

Man appears in court on Kawakawa murder charge

15 Apr 12:35 AM

Police say the man's body was found in a vehicle at a carpark in Kawakawa on Sunday.

On The Up: How a 2400km journey in a Mini transformed a Wairoa couple into heroes
New Zealand

On The Up: How a 2400km journey in a Mini transformed a Wairoa couple into heroes

15 Apr 12:18 AM

The McNabbs raise over $40k for KidsCan in epic Pork Pie Charity Run.

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Ferrari-driving gang member admits importing 613kg drugs, faces losing $7m in assets
New Zealand|crime

Ferrari-driving gang member admits importing 613kg drugs, faces losing $7m in assets

15 Apr 12:00 AM

The main target in Operation Weirton has pleaded guilty on the eve of High Court trial.

On The Up: From tricycle to triumph - Young BMX champ aims for Olympics
New Zealand

On The Up: From tricycle to triumph - Young BMX champ aims for Olympics

15 Apr 12:00 AM

Maddy, 13, is a four-time national BMX champion with sights firmly fixed on the Olympics.

'I think they’re pretty cute': Rare Gollum fish a precious find
New Zealand

'I think they’re pretty cute': Rare Gollum fish a precious find

14 Apr 11:57 PM

The large-eyed fish is named after the Lord of the Rings character.

'Everything but the kitchen sink': Kōhanga reo burglary shock
New Zealand

'Everything but the kitchen sink': Kōhanga reo burglary shock

14 Apr 11:19 PM

The facility remains closed as whānau deal with the loss of resources.

Opinion: Why traditional feasts still matter in today's world
Opinion

Opinion: Why traditional feasts still matter in today's world

14 Apr 10:57 PM

OPINION: Traditions change but the importance of sharing food hasn't.

Warnings upgraded: 140km/h gales, torrential downpours to lash upper North Island for 41hrs
New Zealand

Warnings upgraded: 140km/h gales, torrential downpours to lash upper North Island for 41hrs

14 Apr 10:49 PM

Thunderstorms, 180mm of rain from tonight in upper NI, tree and powerline damage likely.

On The Up: Motorised duck wins race in front of record crowd
New Zealand

On The Up: Motorised duck wins race in front of record crowd

14 Apr 10:17 PM

The Great Tauranga Duck Race 2025 has raised nearly $35,000 for local organisations

On the Up: The young builder from Flaxmere aiming for national glory
New Zealand

On the Up: The young builder from Flaxmere aiming for national glory

14 Apr 10:14 PM

Goulton will compete in the national in Hamilton for the Ken Read Trophy and a $10k prize.

Bone at Hastings work site identified; what you should do if you discover bones
New Zealand

Bone at Hastings work site identified; what you should do if you discover bones

14 Apr 09:50 PM

Police should be contacted immediately if you find a bone suspected of being human.

Taupō Ironman event generates $23m visitor spending for the region
New Zealand

Taupō Ironman event generates $23m visitor spending for the region

14 Apr 09:02 PM

Taupō District Council estimates the December event earned $50m for New Zealand.

‘That’s cowardice’: Councillor condemns gendered online threats
New Zealand

‘That’s cowardice’: Councillor condemns gendered online threats

14 Apr 07:00 PM

Hawke's Bay mayors urge respect, condemning personal attacks on social media.

Crime proceeds could fund drug addiction help, Mental Health Minister says
New Zealand

Crime proceeds could fund drug addiction help, Mental Health Minister says

14 Apr 07:00 PM

The Mental Health Minister says crime proceeds could help fund meth addiction services.

'We see a lot of tears': Hastings opens social supermarket for those in need
New Zealand

'We see a lot of tears': Hastings opens social supermarket for those in need

14 Apr 06:11 PM

Social supermarket set to address food insecurity in Hastings.

Far North news briefs - blockages close dump station, fundraiser's $6k and new play area
New Zealand

Far North news briefs - blockages close dump station, fundraiser's $6k and new play area

14 Apr 06:00 PM

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