The single-vehicle crash happened around 6.15pm on Wednesday.

There are fears that exotic pets could turn into New Zealand invaders if left unchecked.

Sophie Hart and Nathan Fa’avae record the event's second-fastest completion time ever.

High waves are also expected near the centre of the rapidly deepening low.

The Serious Crash Unit is currently investigating.

‘If this occurs, the media have permission to use the term “Weather bomb!’, says expert.

The judge told Harrison Oliver he should be “thoroughly ashamed” of his behaviour.

Hamish Ray hung his head and cried as the consequences of his actions sunk in.

'He was screaming and ranting at me, and I just thought, ‘I have to protect myself''.

May-laise: A soggy month for many in the housing market.

'Thank you judge - thank you for your understanding," the patched Comanchero said.

Wet weather to ease in upper north, but Bay of Plenty, Tasman still in firing line.

Local flooding and water pooling are expected, most likely in north and east Auckland.

Several heavy rain watches have already been upgraded to warnings.

Forecasters said commuters should keep an eye on the weather when travelling.

She responded by kicking and punching him before trying to bite the officer's arm.

Couple checked in carrying a guillotine, printer and multiple laptop bags.

'Planning an appeal before the decision is released risks undermining the process.'

Stay Golden: Two parts of the South Island give Auckland a run for its money.

Workers only paid for lunch and dinner service, not the hours worked in between.

'It doesn’t make sense and it doesn’t constitute a defence:' Judge Tony Zohrab.

A nearby business saw the suspect on its security cameras carrying a large kitchen knife.

Crown says public need to be protected from man's 'terrifying escalation' in offending.

Police said there were no reported injuries or damage to the truck's load.

The two crashes happened overnight, both roads were closed as a result.

He was told feature complied with rules around the fencing of pools. Then it didn't.

He told police he punched the victim because 'he asked for it'.

Anthony Keen died at the scene after hitting Chapman's car as she turned in front of him.

The pair had searched online for 'safe' investment opportunities.

High demand was anticipated, with the DoC campsite being given its own booking window.