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Wall of water floods Kaiteriteri holday park
Caravans, waka and shelters have been damaged by silt and forestry slash.
Landslides, flooding, fallen trees: Nelson-Tasman residents urged to stay home
The upper South Island has been slammed by severe weather yesterday and today.
Second venomous sea snake washes ashore in Coromandel
These snakes are highly venomous – the public and pets should keep clear.
'Gonna whack it': Ex-gang member with hitman aspirations finally named
The conspiracy to kill lasted only 29 hours before it was thwarted by fellow gang members.
Driver makes lucky escape after tree crushes car
High winds caused the large tree to fall across the road near Tokoroa.
Afternoon quiz: Which instrument has 47 strings and seven pedals?
Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.
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'Small localised landslide': Muriwai homes evacuated as road drops
Occupants of at least two evacuated properties have been given the all-clear to return.
New World customers warned after ‘password spraying’ attack
New World's parent company Foodstuffs says none of its systems were breached.
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Driver makes lucky escape after tree crushes car
High winds caused the large tree to fall across the road near Tokoroa.
Fire crews battle blaze at Carnegies Restaurant in Fairlie
Fire crews arrived at Carnegies in Fairlie about 6.30am today.
Landslide sparks evacuations, roads closed, homes flooded after storm
The North Island is expected to get off to a wet start this morning, with lingering rain.
Wellington news
All Blacks put France to sword as Dave Gallaher Trophy returns to New Zealand
A largely clinical showing sees the All Blacks lock away their first silverware of 2025.
Portia Woodman-Wickliffe hat-trick sees Black Ferns claim Laurie O'Reilly Cup
NZ's second half masterclass overpowered Australia in their final pre-World Cup hit-out
'You weren’t sure who you could trust’: Sue Wood's time in ‘snake pit' National Party
Ex-National Party president Sue Wood to revisit Muldoon's 84 snap election in new memoir.
Auckland News
Lotto: Powerball not struck, one First Division player $1 million richer
Time to check your Lotto numbers to see if you are $1 million richer.
Landslides, flooding, fallen trees: Nelson-Tasman residents urged to stay home
The upper South Island has been slammed by severe weather yesterday and today.
'Gonna whack it': Ex-gang member with hitman aspirations finally named
The conspiracy to kill lasted only 29 hours before it was thwarted by fellow gang members.
Regional news
Autistic man indecently assaulted by rapist who had served 33 years behind bars
Mark Williams wore a balaclava and entered the man's home in December 2023.
Landslide sparks evacuations, roads closed, homes flooded after storm
The North Island is expected to get off to a wet start this morning, with lingering rain.
'My moment': NZ-born boxer becomes first Māori to be crowned undisputed world champ
In her debut at Madison Square Garden, the 30-year-old produced a 'total beatdown'.
Puchner makes history with silver at U23 canoe slalom world titles
It's the first time a Kiwi has claimed an individual medal at this event.
Landslide sparks evacuations, roads closed, homes flooded after storm
The North Island is expected to get off to a wet start this morning, with lingering rain.
Landslide sparks evacuations, roads closed, homes flooded after storm
The North Island is expected to get off to a wet start this morning, with lingering rain.
Green light for fires on Napier beaches after council quietly revokes bylaw
It's open season for some winter marshmallow toasting.
RSA 'alive and well' despite premises closure
Former members are 'more than welcome' to return, RSA Welfare Trust president says.
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