A large tree fell in Royal Oak after local residents had warned the tree was old and needed checking. Video / Supplied

Christopher Luxon speaks to the media from Dunedin

Ripple effects hit after Navy ship’s sinking, clean-up efforts get under way in Dunedin and how one Wellingtonian is boycotting the city’s rates increase.

Executives are increasingly optimistic now the Reserve Bank has cut rates. But how long can their companies hold out for the economy to improve?

Retiree Judy Rohloff is leading Wellington's rates revolt. Video / Mark Mitchell

The Tuvaluan language isn’t the only thing worth celebrating about this island nation! Reporter Tepae takes us on a tour filled with singing, dancing, and most importantly… food!

A South Dunedin family has seen the aftermath of a landslide that demolished parts of their home following flooding in the Otago region. Video / TVNZ

One person is in serious condition following a single-vehicle crash in central Auckland this afternoon. Video / NZ Herald

More than 100 people, including dozens of children, have now spoken out to say they were victims of rape, sexual assault and sexual exploitation at the hands of US rapper 'Diddy'.

The HMNZS Manawanui sank this morning after fire took hold of the listing vessel, which ran aground near Upolu, Samoa.

Three missing after car crashes into river. NZ Navy ship Manawanui runs aground near Samoa. No tsunami risk after Wellington quake. Video / NZ Herald

Royal New Zealand Navy vessel HMNZS Manawanui runs aground near Samoa. Video / Supplied

Kāinga Ora has banned a group of its elderly tenants from holding afternoon drinks even though they say they always finish up by 6pm. Video / Dean Purcell

Top ranked New Zealand women claim unfair treatment amid bans from country biggest cue sports club. Video / Alyse Wright / Ben Dickens

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A State of Emergency was declared for Dunedin on Thursday night amid heavy rainfall and flooding. Video / TVNZ

The Government is proposing to toll a new four-lane expressway being built over the Ruahine Ranges, but locals are angered by the prospect of paying for each trip. Video / TVNZ

Fiona Cadogan, Chad Ralston and their two children returned to their St Leonards home alongside 1News after being evacuated on Friday. Video / TVNZ

Devastated Otago residents Fiona Cadogan and Chad Ralston return home after the recent flooding to witness the destruction caused by the weather. Video / NZ Herald

Mayor Radich and the Civil Defence Controller speak to the media from Dunedin.

The weather is set to ease in Southland as MetService changes its warning from red to yellow. Wrongfully convicted Gail Maney has had her conviction quashed.

Kiwi startup Basis says its smart panel will be safer, cheaper, and shave up to $1000 per year from your power bill. Video / Dean Purcell

Cabinet minister Shane Jones talks about his role in NZ First. Video / Mark Mitchell

Replace butter in the dough with avocado for a healthier version of quiche. Video / Fresh Media

More than 80 people were forced to flee their homes overnight and Fire and Emergency responded to 34 flood-related callouts overnight. Video / NZ Herald

The Government will consider creating a new entity to manage the country’s school property portfolio. Video / Mark Mitchell

Live: PM Christopher Luxon and MP Shane Reti speak to the media

Residents are worried about the rising floodwaters and the wake caused by passing cars. Video / George Heard