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Double parked: Dramatic crash in Auckland's Great South Rd

Police say the ute rolled onto the Honda after a crash involving another vehicle.

Another crash on Auckland Harbour Bridge causes delays

A crash is blocking a northbound lane on Auckland Harbour Bridge.

Floating kayak found off Wellington coast: Search resumes

The floating kayak had freshly caught fish on board.

Meet 'Chopper': Baby born 11 weeks premature in rescue helicopter

Kora Lord was born in the air over a tiny place called Hamilton Burn.

Malaysian national named as Central Otago drowning victim

The man died at a popular swimming spot in Central Otago on Friday evening.

Grim find in search for missing swimmer

The man failed to surface at a popular swimming spot in Central Otago.

Serious crash: Pedestrian in hospital after being hit by vehicle in West Auckland

The person had been taken to North Shore Hospital in a serious condition.

Deep-frier fire sparks Wellington Central call-out

Four fire trucks attended the Lambton Quay incident this afternoon.

Citycare worker dies in two-truck crash in Christchurch

The crash happened near the intersection of Roberts Road and Pound Road in Islington.

Homicide victim was set to appear in court today - now his alleged killer is in the dock

A man will appear in court this morning charged with murder.

Police officer's 'lightning-quick reflexes' save kitten from Auckland motorway

The kitten has found a home within the police family and will be called Poppy or Diego.

What was it like inside Waikeria Prison before the riot?

Waikeria Prison opened in 1911 near Te Awamutu.

Big delays from Puhoi to Warkworth as holidaymakers head out

Holidaymakers are being reminded to stay safe on the roads.

Unexplained Christchurch death: Police remain at scene of Linwood incident

Police are at the scene of a sudden death in Christchurch.

Police: Armed woman points gun at officers, takes patrol car, crashes it

The woman was arrested a short distance away from the scene.

Police guard at sudden-death property in Christchurch

A post-mortem will be undertaken on the body tomorrow.

Man dies at Omanawa Falls

Police called about 2.30pm after someone failed to return to their group.

Focus: Behind the scene of Auckland's rescue helicopter crew

Baby born in the air, erupting volcano, shootings, sinking boats - meet the team who saved hundreds this year. Video / Michael Craig