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.

Sleepy teen says he 'just can't be bothered' going to school each day.

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.

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.

Peter Ellis was convicted of child abuse at the Christchurch Civic Crèche in 1991.

A scam targeting the country's most vulnerable has returned.

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".

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.

Snow and bitter cold to batter alps and Queenstown, while huge waves to hit near Auckland.

Her two-year-old daughter was turned away from hospital before she died a tragic death.

Two heart attacks and surgery costs depleted John's savings.

Auckland resident was infectious with measles on Air NZ flight 674 on July 23.

Steve Hansen says two attacks on rugby referees over the weekend is a 'real shame'.

One applicant who walked out said people deserved to be interviewed in private.