Latest from North Island

Cops to Santa: Don't let them drink drive

Wellington police have taken a novel approach to road safety as the holiday season approaches, penning a letter to Santa.

Wellingtonians bring quidditch to life

It's not every day you see people running around a field with a broomstick between their legs.

Boat fire in Martinborough

Smouldering bonfire proved costly for homeowner after it ignited a land-based 15m trimaran, trees and neighbouring sheds in South Wairarapa this morning.

Rail to ease Wairarapa logs strain

Paraglider crashes into tree

A man who crashed his paraglider into a tree at Mt Maunganui came away unscathed aside from "an injured ego".

Full steam ahead on tour of the nation

Travelling the length of the country by train is a unique way to enjoy New Zealand.

Three great North Island jetboat trips

Don your life jacket for jet boat thrills.

Great getaways near Auckland

Back at work blues got you down? Better start planning your next holiday ...