In an exclusive interview, the book and stationery chain's new owners tell Karyn Scherer about their plans for one of the best-known names in NZ retailing.

Police have been stopping drivers on Whanganui River Road, as part of their investigation into the disappearance of Brett Hall.

A man who sent a malicious letter to the mother of the widow of slain Feilding farmer Scott Guy has been sentenced.

The last time police were looking for Brett Hall, they discovered a drug-dealing empire.

Up to 80 personnel are searching rough country for missing man Brett Hall.

Two lower North Island schools burned overnight, amid fears a copycat arsonist is on the loose.