A state of emergency that was declared in the Whanganui District last night remained in place this morning.

A town rich in history and teeming with native birdlife charms Elisabeth Easther.

Jane Jeffries looks forward to ski season at the North Island's great mountain.

A hike up and down a volcano gets Duncan Garner thinking he should really do more of this kind of exercise.

A woman who joined in an attack on strangers in the street and yelled “that’s what you get for being white” has been sentenced to community work.

A view from above takes a Tongariro National Park experience to new heights.

Hiking, fishing, rugby and a giant kiwi draw Elisabeth Easther to a small community that has big spirit.

Andrew Alderson and Junior treat their queen to a Mother's Day break on the Northern Explorer to National Park.

Rosalie France explores National Park without snow.

80-year-old Tararua farmer Donald Robbie was driving his farm truck, with 4.5c metres of gravel down a steep hill when his brakes failed.

We look at spots made famous by some classic Kiwi landmarks. Today: Ohakune.

Whanganui man pleads not guilty to rape

An unforgettable stop on the Forgotten Highway entrances Elisabeth Easther.

Tongariro National Park turns on a bright blue day for a ramble to its even bluer lakes, writes Josie Dale.

This diverse river city offers adventures, galleries, top cafes and more, writes Elisabeth Easther.

Even with three kids in tow, Rob Cox manages to have a ball in Rotorua and Ruapehu.

Snowmen, snowball fights and skiing: Children won't forget their first experience of playing in fresh snow, writes Liam Dann.

Elisabeth Easther explores this picturesque town's rich history.