Wellington crypto outbreak: Health NZ issues fresh warning
More cases of contagious bug reported since March 21, particularly in the Hutt Valley.
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Final report blames human error for HMNZS Manawanui’s sinking
Autopilot oversight led to $100m Navy ship disaster on reef in Samoa, report says.
Pair rescued from Nelson flood waters in day of wild weather
Heavy rain has slammed the country.
Upper North Island braces for overnight downpours before Friday rush hour chaos
Aucklanders may be in for a long commute to work tomorrow morning, with heavy rain tipped.
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‘Worst to come’: Largest weather system of the year to bring a month’s worth of rain
Orange heavy rain warnings have been issued for large swathes of the country.
‘Craziest feeling’: Whangārei crew strikes historic gold at national rowing event
The team was part of Whangārei Rowing Club's best performance.
Two people found dead in Wellington home
Detective says there's no ongoing risk to the Roseneath community.
Why this week’s rain won’t be enough to end NZ drought
Auckland can expect warm nights with lows around 18C this week.
John Tamihere and Govt head to court today over Whānau Ora contracts
Christopher Luxon said TPK has made an appropriate operational decision.
'Atmospheric river': Large weather system set to strike NZ
A large weather system approaching from the Tasman Sea is set to strike mid-week.
'Predator': Ex 'vice-president' of NZ republic was serial sex offender
Bryan Ramage sexually and indecently abused three youngsters, repeatedly raping one.
Watch: Maadi Regatta secondary schools rowing champs
Watch all the action live as teams from secondary schools around New Zealand compete
Not fit for office: How to remove ‘impaired’ Prime Ministers
One of the options suggests medical assessments before and during office for future PMs.
Dire warning as ‘drought buster’ rain in April unlikely, North Island faces more dry months
New data shows rainfall is down by about 75% in many areas.
Questions over Eden Park freebies and proposed electorate boundary changes | NZ Herald News Update
Questions raised over Auckland councillors receiving freebies from Eden Park and major changes are being proposed to electorates in the lower North Island. Video / NZ Herald, Getty
Homicide investigation launched after man found with head injuries in Wellington
Police have established the victim suffered his injuries from an assault.
Wairarapa homicide 'doesn’t define' community, local MP says
Police are considering charges for two men taken into custody yesterday.
Retirees claim Northland dream property fouled by neighbour’s sewage
Couple believes native trees on their lifestyle block have succumbed to sewage.
Popular day hike deceptively dangerous
Easter visitors are warned not to be complacent about the Tongariro Crossing.
‘$175k’: The extraordinary cost of raising a guide dog in NZ revealed
Watch: Meet New Zealand's 11-week-old guide dog puppy recruits and see them in training.
Bluebridge makes major Cook Strait ferry announcement
The replacement ship increases vehicle capacity by 10% and boosts passenger capacity.
Wellington unexplained death: Victim’s name released
The 63-year-old man was found with critical head injuries on a footpath in Miramar.
Police arrest man over shoe sale shooting
The men travelled to a park to meet a seller before the shooting, a friend said.
The thrill of a luge ride: Skyline expanding in six countries
From its first gondola in Queenstown in 1967, Skyline is now a global luge business.
‘Disgraceful’ lawyer caught by #MeToo movement wants to return
James Gardner-Hopkins has reapplied for a certificate from the New Zealand Law Society.
Miramar incident: Critically injured man dies in hospital
The man was found on a footpath in Miramar about 2.20am on Monday.
Two men charged after man assaulted and shot in South Auckland
Police said there was no doubt the shooting was deeply concerning for neighbours.
Kiwis beat Wales in first shearing test
Kiwis David Buick and Jack Fagan defeated Gethin Lewis and Llyr Jones.
Man charged with murder after Hamilton homicide
A second victim remains in a critical condition in hospital.
‘Roaming freely’: Dogs linked to spate of kiwi deaths in Bay of Islands
Conservation groups are frustrated by ongoing kiwi deaths in the area.
Motorway mayhem: Car fire closes northbound lanes on SH20
Delays expected by fire on Auckland motorway system
Have you seen this vehicle? Police seek help in locating black Ford Territory related to Hamilton homicide
Police are hoping to locate a man last seen driving the vehicle as part of investigations.
Hunt for NZ’s 11th meteorite is on
A fireball lit up the North Island night sky on Wednesday, exciting meteorite hunters.