Ohinemuri River turns orange
Authorities are advising people to stay out of the Ohinemuri River as they investigate why it has turned bright orange. Video / Paeroa Towing Services
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Local iwi calls on the Government to save 230 mill jobs
Ngāti Rangi says mana whenua will be most affected by closure.
'Hope you get what you deserve': Man hit by two vehicles was walking home from 'family event'
'To the other people that left my brother there, I hope you get what you deserve.'
Man hit by two cars, remains critical, police urge driver to come forward
Emergency services were called to the scene at just past midnight.
Polar blast chills New Zealand – rain, wind and snow expected
Snow could fall as low as 500 metres in some parts of the South Island.
How wealthy Kiwis are splashing the cash despite tough economy
The economy might be tough but uber-wealthy Kiwis are still spending eye-watering amounts.
Rain, snow and wind to blast the country
Heavy rain, snowfall and strong wind warnings and watches are in place across the country.
Tūrangi deaths: Woman identified, described as loving mum
Maxine Puhi was one of two people found dead in a Tūrangi home this week.
'Too many dog attacks': Couple sentenced after bite leaves toddler with serious injuries
There have been 30 dog attacks on children this year alone.
Rain, wind, snow to put a damper on this weekend
MetService issues watches for rain, wind and even heavy snow for parts of the country.
'Never seen this before': Hospital ED hits 'Code Black'
This afternoon, the Whangārei Hospital's ED was at 156% capacity.
Neighbour saw police leading children from Tūrangi home after pair found dead
'She was just the most beautiful person. Whoever did this to her needs to rot in hell.'
Neighbour saw police leading children from Tūrangi home after pair found dead
“She was just the most beautiful person. Whoever did this to her needs to rot in hell."
Fresh nationwide warnings as scammers impersonate police, vulnerable people losing money
Multiple reports across the country have surfaced of police scam calls.
Homicide investigation launched after two deaths at Tūrangi property
An adjacent walkway is blocked off.
'Polar blast': Forecasters say chilly temperatures, snow possible next week
'Winter is very much still around.'
Stratford votes to retain Māori ward
'Decision now puts the future of Māori wards in the hands of our community.'
'Batten down the hatches': Red severe thunderstorm watch issued for lower North Island
Severe weather alerts have been issued along the East Coast.
NZ is full of unexpected adventures, here's where you'll find them
Are you a thrill-seeker? Here are six experiences you don’t want to overlook.
Brassed: Town discovers surprise contamination source
Residents in the town should know by Friday if they can resume using the tap water.
Snorkelling with sharks at Kelly Tarlton’s - what could go wrong?
The easy way to tick off a bucket-list item.
'Incredibly grateful': Mother hails heroic officers after baby's dramatic birth in police car
Nooroa Elia said she wants to thank the officers personally.
'Really tripping balls': Auckland dog eats meth during walk
Fleur's owner wants to raise awareness over rising meth use in the city.
41 hours of rain: Risk of surface flooding, landslips
Auckland's Saturday should be partly cloudy with showers hitting later and into tomorrow.
Teen arrested for impersonating police, using flashing lights to pull over women driving alone
The alleged offender pulled over two vehicles and spoke with the occupants.
'Beautiful human being': Mother and daughter killed travelling back from netball tournament
She had been coaching an under-17 girls' team at a tri-nations tournament.
'Wide-reaching snow event': Thunderstorms tipped for North Island as snow continues in South
MetService says it's going to be a 'very average winter's day' today.
Ferries off amid forecasters' warning of winter blast, flooding, damaging gales
Damage to trees and powerlines, and flooding, is possible this week.
Pootling around Waikato in a campervan - why everyone should do it
Moseying about with no fixed itinerary has many perks.
Police clamp down on illegal street racing; five cars seized
Last night saw an increased presence of illegal street racers in Hutt Valley and Porirua.
The business of pleasure: Kiwis spending up large on sex toys
Kiwis are keen buyers of adult toys, helping at least one industry to boom in tough times.
First heavy snow, rain watches issued ahead of polar blast
A large swathe of the lower South Island is in the firing line.
Southern city blitzes July high temperature record as southerly blast looms
A heavy rain warning and two watches have been issued in Fiordland.