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Swells reach 10m at Wellington Harbour entrance as polar blast hits

There's also been nearly a metre of snow at Mt Hutt, and fire crews rescuing motorists.

Christchurch set to host Super Round in 2026

Officials have confirmed plans are in motion for city's new stadium to host Super Round.

Searchers scour Christchurch suburbs for elderly woman missing for three days

Deteriorating conditions meant the search was suspended yesterday.

'This breaks my heart': Former Lotto co-host and actor dies aged 61

Marise Wipani was also a Miss New Zealand runner-up to the eventual Miss Universe winner.

60 jobs gone: Ballance boss tells of 'very difficult' announcement

'I really feel for all those impacted by this decision, including their wider families.'

Australian navy ship disrupts NZ internet and radio services

HMAS Canberra's radar blocked Wi-Fi from Taranaki to Marlborough.

From dance to light shows: Your guide to an action-packed Auckland weekend

Events in Auckland this weekend range from traditional Māori culture to radical live art.

‘The lost boys’: How to stop our young men falling behind at school

A collaboration of boys' schools aims to improve outcomes for young men.

Crusaders roll on with big win over Reds

The Crusaders beat the Reds 32-12 to move into the Super Rugby Pacific semifinals.

‘Part of me has died’: Daniel Faitaua's heartfelt tribute after dad's death

TVNZ reporter shared his grief on Instagram, remembering dad's kindness and selflessness.

On the Up: South Island charity touch rugby festival champions mental health

The festival is taking place in six cities simultaneously on October 10.

'Things have really fallen into place': Telfer on winning streak

Steve Telfer is optimistic about his horses' chances at Alexandra Park tonight.

Inter-island ferry sailings cancelled; heavy snow looms for South Island ahead of cold snap

Both the Interislander and Bluebridge ferry services have cancelled Cook Strait sailings.

Super Rugby roundtable: Which team have the most to prove in the playoffs?

NZME's rugby experts answer all the key questions ahead of the Super Rugby playoffs.

Pedestrian struck by truck on State Highway 1, Kaikōura

State Highway 1 through Peketā is closed, affecting north and south-bound traffic.

Taxi damaged after driving into large city street sink hole

Contractors are busy working to fix the hole this morning.

More than half of NZ vape products mislabelled, study reveals

Most mislabelled vapes had significantly less nicotine than promised.

NZ Rugby follows NRL, NFL in banning dangerous tackle

The hip-drop tackle is now banned in New Zealand community rugby.