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Downpours and gales expected for much of South
MetService says surface flooding and slips are possible.
What does the Israel-Iran conflict mean for NZ?
Explainer - As the US joins the conflict between Israel and Iran, how will New Zealand be affected? Here's what you need to know so far as the situation continues to unfold. Audio
Ski season opens with Whakapapa, Tūroa under new management
Thousands of skiers, snowboarders and sightseers will head up Mount Ruapehu this long weekend.
Opposition slams Kāinga Ora decision to scrap public housing builds
The housing agency has identified 212 projects producing 3479 houses that will not proceed for "financial sustainability" reasons.
Pre-Matariki chaos descends on Auckland roads
Police have made an arrest after a stand-off in Mt Roskill, but road closures continue to cause headaches.
NZ halt to Cook Islands funding kept quiet for two weeks
The news - amid a stoush over the region's relationship with China - only emerged as Prime Minister Christopher Luxon prepares to meet Xi Jinping. Audio
Plan to combat 'stubbornly high' suicide rates launched
More than 600 Kiwis died by suspected suicide last year, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says. Audio
'No innocent players': Peters says NZ won't be taking sides in Israel-Iran conflict
Peters said the provocative behaviour by both Israel and Iran is to be criticised. Audio
Scott Forestry cleared to appeal exclusion from Port Hills wildfire claims
The company was excluded from an insurance settlement, after it was removed from the companies register in November 2022.
Teen driver clocked at nearly 200km/h on Auckland motorway
The 18-year-old's car has been impounded and he will face charges after allegedly reaching "eye-watering" speeds.
Matariki public holiday: What you need to know
Matariki, Aotearoa's newest public holiday, is marked this Friday. Here's what you need to know about what's open and what's not.
Pedestrian critically injured after being hit by motorcycle which fled scene
A man was transported to hospital in critical condition on Sunday afternoon.
Government considers Crown contributions to partnership projects
The move is designed to encourage more public private partnerships for infrastructure builds.
Two dead after boat capsizes off Taranaki
Police were notified of the incident about 200 metres off Pātea about 10.15am.
Respected Kiwi writer Maurice Gee has died, aged 93
The author penned more than 30 adult and children's novels, and won many, many awards.
Government targets affordable housing in Rotorua
Up to 150 social housing homes are scheduled for completion by July 2027.
Music manager Lorraine Barry dies after short illness
The music manager from Northern Ireland, who once worked with the Spice Girls and Sir Dave Dobbyn, has died at home in Auckland.
Transpower plan rebuild for Hawke's Bay substation damaged by Cyclone Gabrielle
The national grid operator has applied to the Commerce Commission to rebuild the Redclyffe substation near Napier.
'Extremely unhelpful': US criticises allies as NZ bans two Israeli ministers
Winston Peters says the pair 'actively undermine peace and security', but the US has called the sanctions "extremely unhelpful". Audio
More thunder, lightning set to strike North Island
More than 3000 lightning strikes were recorded overnight, with most striking over Kaipara Harbour. Audio
Myths you probably believe about your fur friend
An animal behaviourist answers some of the top must know curly questions. Audio
State highways to close again due to snow and ice
State Highway 8 between Twizel and Fairlie and State Highway 80 between Lake Pukaki and Aoraki/Mt Cook will again be closed to motorists.
Vehicles stranded on the Lindis Pass being recovered
Motorists are being reunited with their vehicles today, after a rescue mission in the Mackenzie Country last night.
Waipukurau residents urged to conserve water after main breaks
The district council doesn't yet know how long it will take to fix the damage.
Warning to fly-tippers: new rules could lead to crack-down
Fly-tippers illegally dumping rubbish could be in for a shock if new laws are passed allowing councils to crack down on them and use clues such as old car registration plates or names on letters or… Audio