They have fought off windfarms and airports, and now they're against a gold mine.

'He wanted sex so took it anyway. In that sense, there was particular cruelty.'

The government is providing $100,000 to support affected farmers.

Big dry gives Northland its eighth drought in past two decades

David Seymour apologised to the principal for the lunch incident.

A Pāpāmoa East centre needs to be prioritised, a reverend says.

Homelessness has risen due to stricter emergency housing access rules.

Seven gruelling surgeries and a painstaking skin graft won't hold Harvey Nelson back.

Winston Peters' office was not happy with NZ's High Commissioner in London.

The young defendant told the court he only intended to scare the older boy, not harm him.

Forget expensive gut health kits, try this hack for a quick check.

Fire and Emergency have this morning released the cause of the 100ha blaze.

The Lyttelton Port Company claims the proposed changes will enhance operations.

Last night's email threatened violence today.

The quake struck at 6.45am, 35km west of Culverden, at a depth of 7km.

Police urge anyone with information on the green 4x4 spotted in 1998 to contact them.

'There are other creatures in this world that deserve to share it with us.'

The defendant told the court he began carrying a knife for protection from bullies.

The moment of impact was captured on camera, with a bus driver fearing being hit head-on.

'We’re currently with two patients and are waiting for an update on their condition.'

All the ins and outs ahead of the fourth round of the Super Rugby Pacific season.

Police seized $22,000 in cash and $38,000 worth of drugs.

The Christchurch Southern Motorway is closed near Curletts Rd following the crash.

New tariffs add up to 25% on goods from US neighbours and 10% on China.

Quinn Clinton ready to embrace challenge and knows other teams will be gunning for them.