NZ@Noon: Open-invite Facebook party goes feral

An out-of-control party in Whangarei and an attempt to change perceptions of foster kids in Wanganui are just two of the stories making headlines around the regions today.

An "open-invitation" party in Whangarei advertised on Facebook escalated into a fully-fledged brawl and sex on the lawn in front of neighbours.

In Wanganui, "kid's in care" are being denied entry to restaurants because of the stigma surrounding foster children - and this woman is fighting to change perceptions.

Mount Maunganui residents are calling for action after a spate of burglaries and tyres being slashed in the past month.

Young Rotorua mum Stephanie McHale, who died in a fatal smash, has been labelled a hero by her newly widowed husband.

History has been made now with Hawke's Bay Airport finally taking a new name.

Masterton's Queen St will become a Mini enthusiasts' paradise this weekend.

In Auckland, 10 signs have been stolen from a children's race track.

And finally, in Kaitaia, there's nothing like a 100th birthday party to bring the family together.