An 18-year-old who stole $90 worth of newspapers claimed he did so to keep a homeless person warm.
A "perfect little mince and cheese pie" has taken out the Supreme Pie award.
On Monday, Rotorua locals will be treated to free Bacon and Egg McMuffins.
Russell's Birdman Festival pumped as much business into the town as a busy summer weekend.
The claws are out for cats in Rangitikei. A proposed bylaw will outlaw having more than three cats per household.
Mystery surrounds the cracking of tiles on the floor of a Far North service station.
Ahuriri's West Quay seafront has become an unofficial dumping ground, say locals.
Lower Rattray St was an important part of Dunedin's history but, after years of neglect, it is being compared with earthquake-hit Christchurch.
And finally, Emily Jo Richardson of Carterton and Eva Collins of Wanganui will share the same birthdate as the Prince of Cambridge. Royalists in Rotorua are thrilled with the birth.
Other stories making headlines around the regions include:
Crash injures five, teen in serious condition.
Fish and game boss fined $300.
Police check dog fight reports.
Tangi set for fisherman drowned while setting nets.
Life at court comes to an end.
Northlander coping in the shaky capital.
Ewan McDonald: Irony of the BMX World Champs.
Health worker attacked by dogs in Northland.
Trolley racers set for derby.
