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'Massively concerned': Police release more details of 85yo's disappearance
Temperatures reached -1.6C in Christchurch last night and -4.5C on Sunday night.

RSV virus outbreak: 'Record-breaking' numbers flock to after hours clinics
RSV virus outbreak: Massive surge of patients to after hours and emergency departments

'We were the lucky ones': Passenger in hot air balloon crash speaks out
Malcolm Porter has described the ordeal he and his wife faced in the crash.

Rescued from Antarctica: RNZAF mercy dash to the ice
The flight crew used night-vision goggles to land on an ice runway in 24-hour darkness.

Topless photos used to blackmail woman
Jayden Haggerty lied he was single and victim traded photos until she found him out.

Wellington's Michael Fowler Centre to be lit in transgender flag colours
Building will be lit while controversial group Speak Up For Women holds an event there.

DHB tightens hospital visit rules as respiratory illness surges
DHB requesting people to only visit its hospitals for essential purposes only.

'Disgraceful outcome': Councillor challenges government shutdown of gold venture
The owner of the land was working under an exploration permit.

Emergency flights from NSW fully booked within 15 minutes
Bookings for flights from NSW now available - but spots are limited.

'Feels insensitive to me': 'They Are Us' film-makers need to listen - Ardern
Islamic Women's Council says content same as live stream - objectionable material in NZ.

Brrrr: Severe frost as mercury drops to -7C in south
Despite the winter temperatures, most places can look forward to sunny skies today.

Thousands turn out for Matariki fireworks event in Christchurch
The event, run by Christchurch City Council, was held in New Brighton on Saturday night.

Political Roundup: The Democratic and equity deficits in Three Waters reforms
Equity problems in the Government proposals, Representation and governance concerns.

Revenge porn: Man who uploaded sex tape escapes charges - victim 'gutted'
Police confirm no charges against man who secretly uploaded sex tape without consent.

Exercise creating heavy breathing, sweating banned in MIQ
Rule introduced last month prohibits exercise, like running, that creates heavy breathing.

First home buyer confidential: 'The dream of ownership has quickly drifted away'
Wannabe first home buyers on life on the frontline of New Zealand's housing crisis.

'Deeply upset': Owner of hot air balloon crash that injured 11 speaks
A balloon "hit by a gust of wind" crashed and hit a fence in Arrowtown, Otago this morning

Four crashes in south: Car down bank, three people injured
Emergency services were called to the crash on SH1 at about 7.40am.

Archibald Baxter: The life of New Zealand's foremost pacifist
Frank Film tells the story behind New Zealand's first pacifist memorial.

Brrrr: Polar blast brings more frost, cold weekend ahead for most
Another surge of gales and polar air is on its way.

Criminals released back into communities after stalled deportations
Victim 'adamantly opposed' to release.

Firefighting efforts hampered after vehicle blocks nearby hydrant
Fire officer issues reminder to check first and not park in front of hydrants.

'Sustainable, resilient': $44 million renewable energy plan for Christchurch Hospital
Two new biomass boilers have been installed to replace the current coal-fired boilers.

Tractor tragedy: Pond death of pregnant mum, toddler sparks safety warning
The pair died in 2018 after their tractor lost control and slipped into a reservoir.

30 crashes in south this week as NZ hit with strong winds, snow
More rain, wind and snow is forecast over the coming days.

'The edge of what's possible': Kiwi attempting first unsupported crossing of Antarctica
The journey is expected to take about 110 days.

Fatality and serious injuries after two crashes overnight
A person has died and several others seriously injured in Canterbury and Upper Hutt.

'I really wanted to kill you': Pool rage man convicted of trying to drown lifeguard
"You should be glad I let you up because I really wanted to kill you."

Analysis: Everyone wants saliva testing in MIQ, so why are we still waiting?
Progress on saliva testing is going at a snail's pace, and it's not MIQ workers' fault.