One in six New Zealanders live with asthma - which is about 830,000 people.

And September and October are not looking too great either.

The driver was stopped with a breath alcohol level of more than twice the legal limit.

Mayor insists council boss is worth new salary of $444,000.

When this mum asked what people thought of this meal, she didn't expect this reaction.

Leadership and emotional development are vital for healthy sporting development.

The man positioned himself behind a large bookshelf, court hears.

A lucky Auckland player who bought their ticket on MyLotto is yet to claim their prize.

Vehicle went into the water near Bacon St about 5.35am.

Parents say they're 'at a loss' to know what to do with their slothful teen.

Blaze was one of two where occupants got out safely.

Mass brawl between two groups ends with two men in hospital with stab wounds.

Eleven-year-old Toby Fletcher and his dad are off on the trip of a lifetime.

Black Ferns to stay dry, but showers will set in during the Bledisloe Cup test tonight.

The man's lawyer cited other cases where six-figure payments had been ordered.

$15 million Airbus H145 choppers start service tomorrow in Christchurch and Dunedin.

Bath salts can keep people awake for three days and induce a psychotic episode.

There's snow and heavy rain warnings and watches across a large swathe of the country.

Batten down the hatches, a storm is brewing!

If you're in Auckland, "it's best to make the most of it this morning".

Old landfill under threat: Forecasts of big seas have council on alert.

Dunedin man charged with possessing and supplying methamphetamine.

Fuelled by alcohol, jealous man turned on his 'caring and faithful' partner.

The driver at fault will probably be in a wheelchair for the rest of her life.

The rankings are being launched in Auckland today.

It's a good weekend to stay tucked up indoors.

A four-year-old begged a Balclutha man not to attack his pregnant mother with a hammer.