Soundsplash organiser says stringent drug checking process paid off.

Organisers have blamed the huge waits on stringent checking for illicit drugs.

Police are working to identify the person, which they say could take some time.

It's harder in a hot market to find an affordable bach - but it can be done, agents say.

Sean McKinnon's sisters have shared their thoughts on today's sentencing.

A judge delivered his sentence to Mark Garson in the High Court at Hamilton today.

Police officers are searching for a person who fell into the water at Ruapuke Beach.

A truck driver has been critically injured in a crash on SH23 in Waikato this morning.

Tawhiao Pohioa led the girl away and resumed the brutal attack on his partner.

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"He's a dangerous individual that deserves to be put away for a long time," a sister says.

Fiancee of murdered man says "no punishment will balance out" the wrongdoing.

Mark Garson has admitted charges of murder and threatening to kill.

Flight stuck by lightning diverted to Christchurch Airport, passengers safe.

Three helicopters were forced back by strong winds. That's when Coastguard saved the hour.

The orcas were spotted in Raglan Harbour feasting and playing with stingray.

The crash happened on State Highway 23.

As the lockdown restrictions eased, so did people's concern about the environment.

Fire and Emergency is urging people to take more care now it's an open fire season.

A second helicopter has been sent to the scene.

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The woman was unsure if she had insurance to cover the blaze.

Signs and blockades banning visitors as iwi call for military enforcement of lockdown.

A sign at the entrance to the beach town says it all: "If it's not your home, go home."

Police have confirmed none of the occupants were seriously injured.