All-of-government approach needed to tackle NZ's 'unacceptable' rates of violence.

Two surfers nearby continued their morning surf, unfazed.

Willie Jackson's charter school becomes state integrated school, but expansion deferred.

Whanganui's Chef's Kitchen is open for business from September 15.

Would you like a flat white with your personal music performance?

Rhythm & Vines have released their first line-up announcement for the New Years festival.

The Whaitiri family had been divided over a Tenancy Tribunal case.

It is usual practice for people under in investigation to remain on full pay, says the PM.

Stability in school rolls has improved most for low-decile, Māori and Northland children.

Decision confirms that all but perhaps one charter school will almost certainly stay open.

Several matches decided inside final 10 minutes have big bearing opening day points table

Justine Tyerman remembers when and where her love affair with rosé began.

"Racism has had a profound impact on Māori especially, and particularly in this region."

"'My actual comment was, 'Lucky no more were killed with what confronted them'."

"I won't let these comments be said to our people, who are still struggling."

Councillors breached code of conduct - but won't be named and no sanctions imposed.

Swap your old Lotto tickets and watch Kiwi classics for free.

A mum is praising God she's still alive after a logging truck flipped in front of her.

There was one officer in the building at the time of the shooting.

Left for dead after being horribly abused, Jimmy now has a happy life worth barking about.

Dilworth wants a "sister school" somewhere close to its boys' school in Newmarket.

A code of conduct review will investigate a discussion by two Gisborne councillors.

All except three charter schools now look set to become state or integrated schools.

Rayne Joseph put down her slight weight gain to being in a happy relationship.

Roads could be affected a low pressure system brings wind and rain to the North Island.

Humpbacks stocks are growing and are now 50 per cent of the pre-whaling population.

'No-one should have to sleep in their car and no one should go unsupported this winter.'

She's homeless and 30-weeks pregnant but Winz turned her away, community worker claims.

Two staff and five people in custody in van that crashed in icy conditions.

Native trees the answer for East Coast forestry. Made with fuding from NZ On Air.