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Smoke visible above Waikaraka

A helicopter with a monsoon bucket can be seen over Waikaraka, Whangārei where smoke is visible. Video / Rachel Maher

Burst water main in Mt Wellington street

Motorists were told to avoid the Sylvia Park entrance. Video / Alix Stewart / Supplied

Los Angeles wildfires and discussions over Treaty Principles Bill deadline | NZ Herald News Update

Two civilians have died in the Los Angeles wildfires and Parliament is set to discuss an extended deadline for the Treaty Principles Bill submissions. Video / NZ Herald

Street whānau tuck in for festive feast

Reporter Diego is at Sunday Blessings’ Community X-Mas Service in Freyberg Place, where guests and volunteers come together to share a holiday meal in the heart of Auckland.

Hawke's Bay Coastguard help release rescued albatross

The sick Salvin's albatross was found in Mahia around the New Year Period and eventually released off Napier. Video / Hawke's Bay Coastguard

Hāwera to Perth: Kiwi family finds financial success with FIFO life

A Kiwi family moves to Perth for better opportunities. From police work in NZ to FIFO mining in Perth, they share their journey. Video / Carson Bluck.

Fun at the Maraetotara Falls jump spot

Benny King sent in a video of him jumping - badly - from the Maraetotara Falls branch. The landing was “a real stinger”, but he had a great time. Video / Benny King

A sinkhole has appeared on Waitematā St in St Mary's Bay

A sinkhole has appeared in St Mary's Bay, revealing old brickwork beneath the road. Video / M. Video / Michael Craig

'I was on $12.50 an hour in NZ': Kiwis on the high salary but long hours of Aussie mine work

Kiwis spellbound by the promise of better wages and lower living costs have left Aotearoa in hopes of making bank in Australia’s mining industry. Video / Carson Bluck

Kakanui kid is one of the best surfers on the South Island!

Reporter Cash is hanging ten with 12-year-old Jordy, whose serious shredding is already winning competitions all over the island, and who has his sights set on the Olympic podium.

Truck drops urea on highway

A truck spilled a load of urea on SH3 at Mt Messenger, Taranaki, causing significant delays during the clean-up.

Decisions over Kinleith Mill and Dame Tariana Turia’s tangihanga concludes | NZ Herald News Update

Tokoroa's Kinleith Mill closure is to be decided by the end of the month and politicians and family gather for the final day of Dame Tariana Turia’s tangihanga. Video / NZ Herald

Counties Manukau Police are investigating the death of a young child overnight

A man arrived at the Manukau Police Station about 1am on Monday 6 January, where he spoke to police staff, leading to the discovery of a deceased child in the vehicle.

The Front Nine with Dan Hooker

UFC star Dan Hooker discusses his career resurgence and we find out if his vicious hook transfers onto the golf course. Video / Dean Purcell

Kiri and Lou feature film behind-the-scenes secrets revealed!

Kiri and Lou Rarararara! is coming out next year, but the animators are already hard at work. Reporter Alexandria is in the studio to see how they make movie magic.

Hani Sipu’s journey: Life in Australia’s outback to create a better future for her whānau

Kiwi nurse Hani Sipu shares her journey from Kaitāia to Ngukurr as a remote area nurse in Australia’s outback. Video / Carson Bluck