Long-range forecasts suggest murky weather for Xmas: but don't cancel BBQ plans just yet.

Thousands of dollars worth of alcohol and other items were stolen.

The road was earlier closed for several hours, with a long detour in place.

A woman driving a BMW walked away from the crash, astonishing witnesses.

A police spokesperson said the truck would take some time to remove.

There's evidence some are bucking national trends.

The rise in deaths is a worry, Water Safety chief executive says.

Inquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

The man was pulled unresponsive from the water after the jump.

One person is dead following at crash near Rotorua.

He says there 'isn’t enough knowledge' about the disease. A surgeon hopes to change that.

Shaw died alongside Lesley Brooks, 46, and Jacob Coady, 24, in crash on SH1 on Saturday.

'My next steps are to honour my wife and raise my children.'

Young dog Grimlock had to be euthanised.

Juicy Fest is a one-day festival, scheduled for four NZ shows.

An innocent mistake led to unexpected Xmas cheer that's attracted love around the globe.

'My girl is dancing among heaven’s flowers,' victim's widower says.

Construction of the new 60m Piarere roundabout is reaching another milestone.

Rotorua Māori ward councillor Rawiri Waru at the final meeting for the year. Video / Laura Smith

A heated council debate includes claims of 'coercion' and 'disrespectful' behaviour.

There is a risk of localised heavy downpours in Auckland.

Also find out where house prices and rents rose fastest and slowest in NZ's year in review

The can drive tally for this week's Rotorua Christmas Appeal is in.

'Tears from my eyes keep on falling.'

The event was attended by more than 150 guests.

Donovan Duff's name and criminal history had been kept secret until today.

Detours are in place.

The children's ward is now 'stocked up' with presents thanks to the local Ulysses club.

A vehicle was found abandoned shortly after.