'Lightning all around us': Thunderstorms sweep North Island causing power outages
From 12pm to 3pm, there had been about 6800 lightning strikes over the North Island.
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Fatal accident closes SH6 overnight in Westland
The injured driver of the other vehicle was airlifted to hospital.
Helping Dad to walk: Engineer joins deep-tech 'big brains' to follow a dream
Some of the best Kiwi brains are behind deep-tech technology that will startle the world.
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'He would have mowed down a lot of kids': Mother's fears after driver ploughs through primary school
'Had it been 10 minutes later, he would have mowed down a lot of kids.'
Breanna Muriwai disappearance: Police confirm fire at property was deliberate
The house is linked to the vigilante search for the missing woman's remains.
Another dog poisoned by meth while on walk through central Auckland
The vet bill for Rocky’s treatment quickly escalated to over $18,000.
Heavy snow and thunderstorms to hit New Zealand
'If you must travel, ensure you have snow chains, sleeping bags ... and emergency items.'
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Rich or poor: Why our upbringing can influence the way we spend
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North Island faces heavy rain after South Island snow dump
Waitomo, Taumarunui, Taupo, Taihape and Taranaki may face the brunt of the rain.
Snow for Auckland? Model shows 'polar streamer', forecaster predicts cold surge
Weather pattern looks 'favourable' for snowfall, Niwa says.
'Severe gale': 130km/h winds forecast for central South Island, lower North Island
Forecasters warn of difficult driving conditions and tree and powerline damage.
Thousands pile onto Tūrangawaewae Marae for Kīngi Tūheitia
Iwi from all over the motu are arriving en mass to Kīngi Tūheitia's tangi.
Storm batters North Island, heavy rain ahead for lower South
Heavy rain and thunderstorms hit much of the North Island overnight.
Rain, wind, thunder: Feisty end to winter across country
Forecast wind 'concerning', Niwa says.
Man arrested after Mt Roskill robbery, reported to involve a weapon
Witnesses said the man was carrying a knife.
'Leave them in the car': Hawke's Bay Council backtracks after gang patch furore
The council boss says allowing gang members to wear their patches 'wasn’t a good idea'.
Watch: 'Out of touch' - Council faces backlash after patched gangsters attend Māori wards vote
Local Government Minister Simeon Brown said gang patches are banned in public buildings.
Māori concerned at the 'desecration' of wāhi tapu by sewage scheme
Local MP urges council to stop the works at Lake Rotokākahi.
'Supernatural ability': Blockhouse Bay homicide victim remembered by fellow scientists
Stephen Thorpe left a 'massive legacy' in science, with 13 species named after him.
North Island communities face uncertain futures over mill shutdowns
Raetihi is fighting for survival over WPI decision.
Police call out 'disgusting' livestreamers filming dead bodies at South Auckland crash
Police condemned the “disgusting” actions of a bystander who live-streamed the crash site.
Road between Kāpiti and Upper Hutt closed due to slips
Council roading teams are working to clear Akatarawa Road.
'Cruellest twist of fate': Kiwi scientist diagnosed with same cancer she was researching
'It was shockingly surreal', says Jo Holland.
Two seriously injured in Warkworth crash
A helicopter has been dispatched to the scene of a single-vehicle crash in Warkworth.
Man charged with murder after 60-year-old dies at Pātea property
Despite the efforts of emergency services, the victim died at the scene.
The Kiwis making millions from turning a popcorn maker into a home coffee roaster
Frustration over not being able to roast beans at home drove the innovation.
Police launch Pātea homicide investigation after man dies at property
Despite efforts of emergency services, the victim died at the scene.
Serious two-vehicle crash closes road in North Island
Emergency services were called to the accident scene just after 9.30am today.
'A horrific childhood': The story of toil and triumph on the road to the 2024 Paralympics
Kiwi paralympians' struggle to qualify for Paris is captured in a gripping documentary.
What's new pussycat? Online game teaches good and bad outcomes for cats
A game studio is using online games to promote the desexing and microchipping of cats.