Body found at Whangamatā Beach believed to be missing man
Police believe the body on the beach is Jarrod Kingi, missing since April 25.
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Two 12-year-olds referred to Youth Aid over tyre-slashing spree
Tyres were stabbed on several vehicles in the Rotorua CBD.
'I like it a lot': Rural family amped for duck hunting season
The Slavin family have been counting down the days until the season opens.
'Never seen it this bad': Town's flood fears as residents sandbag homes
Nick Reid’s property is under immediate threat from the floodwaters.
WorkSafe issues maintenance warning for quad bikes after man killed
Tragedy could have been avoided if farm manager had kept bike in good working order.
$24k win: Napier resident among nine lucky Lotto winners
The ticket was purchased online via MyLotto.
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Senior Mongrel Mob member faces drug charges after police raids
Police found drugs, cash, an air rifle, and an air pistol during the searches.
He’s sold watercress on the street for 30 years. Then a council officer spotted him
'All I’ve ever wanted to do was supply cheap, nutritious kai to whanau and friends.'
On The Up: 50 years of Havelock North High School, and 40 years with one teacher
From typewriter to computers, from School C to NCEA, Glenys Sparling-Fenton's seen it all.
Whangaroa RSA centenary celebrated
A new book commemorates 100 years of the Whangaroa RSA building.
'Opens the river': 1889 rabbit weir removed for fish passage
Built to slow a rabbit plague, the weir was removed but a 3D digital version will remain.
Bay of Islands Pony Club - the country's oldest - turning 75
BOI Pony Club marking 75 years of education in riding and horse care.
Rotorua to host 'epic' rugby test match in September
Rotorua is Samoa's 'home ground away from home'.
On The Up: How to stay positive
Some outstanding Kiwis tell us how they maintain a positive mindset.
Amelia Linzey: Driving growth and prosperity in a nation that loves to win
Opinion: These are four sectors that hold potential to propel Aotearoa to turn on growth.
From drought to deluge: Record rainfall troubles Northland communities
April's rain in Whangārei reached 402mm, breaking records held since 1943.
Nine Lotto players win over $24k each – where were the tickets sold?
First Division Powerball was not struck and will roll over to $6 million on Saturday.
Lotto numbers: Are you NZ’s latest Powerball multi-millionaire?
A jackpot of $6m was up for grabs and tonight's numbers have been drawn.
Jason Statham's Kiwi crib snapped up in $56m mansion deal
Rich-lister businessman gets trophy home that UK star rented while filming in Auckland.
'We'd get secondhand stuff': Businessman allegedly swapped new appliances with his old ones
The former company director says he's never seen the weed spray unit that was bought.
Trio deny murdering man found dead on a Kawerau doorstep
One of the three can be named after suppression lapsed.
'Won't let them down': Tauranga byelection winner announced
Hemi Rolleston looks set to fill the seat vacated by his nephew due to illness.
Two people charged with arson after Hamilton fire
A man, 46, and woman, 39, are due to appear in court next week.
Oxford honours pioneering Māori scholar with posthumous degree
Her family and iwi say they are grateful for the tribute to her memory.
'Better, fairer representation': Call to reform Gisborne wastewater committee
Samuel Lewis seeks "better, fairer representation" on Gisborne's wastewater group.
Tauranga's $13.98m Marine Precinct sale goes through after court ruling
It comes two weeks after a judge dismissed an interim injunction that halted the sale.
NZTA defends oversight of powerful highway speed camera system
NZTA aims to establish governance groups for camera operations and strategy.
'Forced to hide': Child caught in Rotorua store robbery drama
Police are appealing for information about the aggravated robbery.
'No apologies': Luxon bullish on fast-tracking seabed mining application
The Prime Minister praised Whanganui's council during a visit to the district.
Super Rugby teams: Chiefs lose All Black to injury
All the ins and outs ahead of the 12th round of the Super Rugby Pacific season.
'She went under': Eyewitness account of teen cyclist crushed by truck
The teen survived but suffered multiple fractures and severe injuries.