Mourning after deadly crash

The crash occurred on an area of the highway with an uneven surface.

A family is mourning an "amazing little bro" after an Auckland highway crash that claimed two lives.

Police investigate sudden death video

The man's death is being treated as unexplained.

The death of a 52-year-old in Freemans Bay, Auckland, is unexplained.

Fatal crash in Far North

The police Serious Crash Unit is investigating a fatal car crash in Kaingaroa, Far North.

A woman is dead and three others have been hospitalised after a crash near Kaingaroa.

Body in ute Kim Richmond

Kim Richmond hadn't been seen or heard from in almost a year.

Police have verified the identify of the body, but not the cause of death.

Internet Party's new leader in exile

Kiwi citizen journalist Suzie Dawson is the new leader of the Internet Party.

New Internet Party leader is Kiwi citizen journalist Suzie Dawson, who lives and works in Moscow.

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Council apologises to Sir Tim Rice after unexplained change to Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat lyric.

A star hitch-hiker

Marcelo Silva has been to 43 countries after skateboarding around the world since 2009.

They had no idea the skateboarder they picked up from the side of a rural road has a TV audience of 21 million people.

Serious crash closes SH16

The incident happened near the SH16 intersection with Anderson Rd, Kaukapakapa.

One person seriously injured in SH16 car crash.

No Regional Park for Kawau Is

Around 80 hectares of Kawau Islamd Historic Reserve's 120 hectares is covered in wilding pines.

Lack of money sees Auckland Council reject Regional Park option for Kawau Island

City makes haka history video

The crowds are gathering on the Rotorua Village Green for the haka attempt.

Haka world record attempt also time for "utu", says school leader.

Roof-rider run over

The man fell off the car and landed on the road head-first.

Police seek information on vehicle that ran over man, leaving him with serious injuries.

Serious injuries in car, truck crash

One person was trapped after their car collided with a truck and, once freed, was taken to hospital with serious injuries.

A person has been taken to hospital after a car and freight truck crashed in the early hours of Saturday morning.

Woman and child hit by car

Two people have been injured after being hit by a car while they crossed the road.

Two people have been taken to hospital after they were hit by a car while crossing an intersection.

Woman assaulted in attempted robbery

The attackers fled the scene and police have not been able to locate them.

A woman has been assaulted by two other women at The Square, Palmerston North.

'Master of his own downfall'

Paul Max in the High Court at Wellington during the trial.

A former Nelson hospitality boss is behind bars having been found guilty in a multi-million dollar fraud case.

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Woman assaulted in attempted robbery

The attackers fled the scene and police have not been able to locate them.

A woman has been assaulted by two other women at The Square, Palmerston North.

'Master of his own downfall'

A former Nelson hospitality boss is behind bars having been found guilty in a multi-million dollar fraud case.

Ram raid resolution

Attempted abduction probe in Chch

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Little Lyford booms after the quake

Mt Lyford Lodge co-owners Jenny Yeoman, left, and Angela Hunt. Their gamble paid off.

There's a silver lining in almost every cloud, says ski field founder.

Light earthquake in Taranaki

A 4.1 magnitude earthquake has been felt near Stratford.

Magnitude 4.1 earthquake hits town of Stratford with a "quick, sharp, jolt".

Rain will cut off Clarence

Resident Gavin Clarke says he will have to leave his home if a new bridge is not built.

Small town's residents stock up freezers with two months of venison in anticipation of town being cut off this winter.

Little in quake zone

Labour leader Andrew Little met with resident at the Lobster Inn in Kaikoura on Saturday night.

Labour Leader Andrew met with residents of earthquake-damaged Kaikoura and Waiau to get an understanding of the recovery process.

politics

Papa to stand for Maori Party

Rahui Tainui has resigned from Tainui to seek a seat with the Maori Party.

Rahui Papa has resigned from Waikato-Tainui and hopes to become the Maori Party member for Hauraki-Waikato.

Trump's Kiwi pick won't be normal

Donald Trump and the incoming ambassador to New Zealand, Scott Brown, get chummy.

Incoming US Ambassador makes it clear he's not going to be a run of the mill diplomat.

Election year crystal ball gazing

Team English. They're used to feeling like winners.

OPINION: Should we start packing away the election bunting now after the latest poll?

Gerry Brownlee's diplomacy masterclass

SATIRE: Listen in as the Dear Leader schools his going-rogue Foreign Minister on how to talk like a diplomat.

education

Socks to your door

LetterSox is an online sock subscription service. Every month, a new pair of socks will be delivered to your door.

Sick of sock shopping? Wellington students may have the answer in LetterSox.

Game went 'seriously wrong'

An incident at a game between two Christchurch high schools will go before a judicial review (file photo).

Punches were reportedly thrown at a match between two Christchurch high school teams.

Parents' tenacity and passion

Victoria and Callum Turnbull.

Tenacity and passion of parents may have resulted in law change, police say.

Lincoln Uni's path to prosperity

The vacant site of Lincoln University's demolished Hilgendorf complex will be filled by a $206m research facility in ...

Uni leadership looks to research, our future economy and a Dutch university for solutions.

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Eating to feel better

An emotional eaters workshop is planned for Marlborough following a large number of weight-related concerns from ...

Do you binge eat when you're bored, lonely or upset? You might be an emotional eater.

Head cases

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About 35,000 Kiwis suffer mild brain injuries every year. Are we doing enough about them?

National Portrait - Simon Challies, the retiring aged care boss

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Simon Challies heads a $4.9b business but Parkinson's has forced an early retirement.

600 people help save teen video

Ashley Earl-Goulet, pictured with mum Judith, has recovered thanks to more than 600 blood donations.

Blood from over 600 people has been used to treat a 14-year-old girl with a rare disease.

women of influence

Workplaces need greater diversity

Leadership NZ chief executive Sina Wendt-Moore said young women should be proactive in shaping their careers and use ...

Leadership NZ boss Sina Wendt-Moore calls for more diversity in leadership jobs.

Shaping the city she lives in

Rachel de Lambert of Boffa Miskell  has co-ordinated a number of urban revitalisation and design projects in Auckland, ...

Landscape architect and urban planner Rachel de Lambert

Wanted: female chief execs

Woman of Influence 2016 winner Helen Robinson said her mother is her biggest inspiration

Helen Robinson is calling for more women to take the helm.

Dressing women for success

Jo Prendergast has been a volunteer stylist at Dress For Success Christchurch since 2009.

It starts with a smart outfit, but ends with feeling empowered and having a job.

farming

Has peak cow been reached?

The number of cows has doubled in the past two decades, leaving some to suggest we should actively reduce the herd.

The national herd needs to be trimmed, some say, but calls to cull numbers fell on deaf ears at Fieldays.

Ladies, your Fieldays bachelor video

Fairlie farmer Matt McAtamney won Rural Bachelor of the Year at the National Fieldays.

Mathew McAtamney lifted the golden gumboot, but he's still looking for that trophy girl.

Sex and the Tron

Fieldays 2017 at Mystery Creek will attract thousands of visitors - and will be a boon to the local sex industry.

OPINION: Once a year, when Fieldays come to town, Hamilton becomes the sex capital of the country.

NZ phosphate in the balance

The bulk carrier Cherry Blossom held in South Africa over the disputed Western Sahara region.

A $7 million fertiliser shipment bound for NZ is stuck in South Africa until a court decides who owns it.

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    Auckland

    Hairdresser gifted breast implants

    Jordan Hill, left, has been offered free breast implants by The Edge. Breakfast show co-host Jay-Jay Harvey had the idea ...

    A woman has had her breast reconstruction surgery fast-tracked by an unlikely benefactor - The Edge radio station.

    Serious crash closes SH16

    The incident happened near the SH16 intersection with Anderson Rd, Kaukapakapa.

    One person seriously injured in SH16 car crash.

    Fatal crash in Far North

    The police Serious Crash Unit is investigating a fatal car crash in Kaingaroa, Far North.

    A woman is dead and three others have been hospitalised after a crash near Kaingaroa.

    Flights cancelled, delayed by fog

    Auckland has been hit by fog on Saturday morning. [FILE PHOTO]

    Fog that caused disruption to more than 120 flights at the Auckland Airport has finally lifted.

    Wellington

    Beware of 'youthquake'

    Voters who find Corbyn's socialism attractive are simply too young to have lived through a big government, highly ...

    OPINION: Young voters are flexing previously-unused muscle. It could lead to disaster.

    'Israel' cut from lyrics

    Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat co-writer Sir Tim Rice called the change "meaningless and drippy" but ...

    Council apologises after unexplained change to Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

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    Simon Challies heads a $4.9b business but Parkinson's has forced an early retirement.

    Concussion's hidden toll

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    About 35,000 Kiwis suffer mild brain injuries every year. Are we doing enough about them?

    Canterbury

    Memoirs of an 'old theatre cat'

    After seven decades in amateur theatre, Peter Simmonds says earning the applause of an audience is priceless.

    After 70 years in Christchurch theatre, there's nothing amateur about Peter Simmonds.

    New life in Mt Lyford 

    Mt Lyford Lodge co-owners Jenny Yeoman, left, and Angela Hunt. Their gamble paid off.

    The extraordinary recovery of a tiny town devastated by a massive earthquake.

    The true cost of a burglary spike

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    Three victims speak out as Christchurch's burglary rate hits 20 a day.

    Guard bashed by teen murderer

    Taniela Kotoitoga Waitokia at his sentencing for murder in February 2017.

    An 18-year-old punched a Corrections officer twice in the head while on remand in custody for murder.

    Waikato

    Ladies, your Fieldays bachelor video

    Fairlie farmer Matt McAtamney won Rural Bachelor of the Year at the National Fieldays.

    Mathew McAtamney lifted the golden gumboot, but he's still looking for that trophy girl.

    Haka history made! video

    The crowds are gathering on the Rotorua Village Green for the haka attempt.

    A record 7770 people showed up in Rotorua to wrest the world title back from France.

    Body in ute Kim Richmond

    Kim Richmond hadn't been seen or heard from in almost a year.

    Police have verified the identify of the body, but not the cause of death.

    Kids' farmhouses at Fieldays

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    The farmhouses, cow sheds and stables are all hand-made by a  Taranaki dairy farmer.

    Taranaki

    A star hitch-hiker

    1806017 TDN Sam Scannell/FFXNZ - Marcello Silva has, since 2009, been skateboarding around the world.

    They had no idea the skateboarder they picked up from the side of a rural road has a TV audience of 21 million people.

    Man falls from tree

    The Taranaki Community Rescue Helicopter was called to Eltham.

    A man has suffered injuries after falling from a tree.

    Rolling out for roof shout

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    It's a mix of stock car racing and rugby and it empowers women, says the coach.

    Walk dogged by poo video

    A YouTube video has highlighted a dog poo problem on New Plymouth's Coastal Walkway.

    Doo-do you have a problem with dogs being on the Coastal Walkway?

    Manawatu

    The cat's whiskers

    Over winter, whiskers are often singed.

    PAWS AND CLAWS: Just don't let them burn. Also watch your friend's chin, they get acne too.

    Mugging in Square

    The attackers fled the scene and police have not been able to locate them.

    A woman has been assaulted by two other women at The Square, Palmerston North.

    Couple still strong after 75 years

    Feilding couple Cyril and Beryl Norris will celebrate their 75th wedding anniversary on June 27.

    Cyril and Beryl Norris were married on June 27, 1942, and celebrate their 75th anniversary next week

    New fire manager appointed

    Gary Ward has been appointed as the new Area Manager for Whanganui.

    Gary Ward is excited to be leading Whanganui's fire service through a big change.

    Nelson

    Protesters hit streets

    Protesters at the Stop The Drop protest march up Trafalgar St.

    Voices chanting "Stop the drop, no brodifacoum in our Brook" sounded through the otherwise quiet Trafalgar St as protesters voiced their anger.

    Hope for new mum video

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    Hailey Greenwood has hope after being given a home by the Nelson Tasman Housing Trust.

    'Master of his own downfall'

    Paul Max in the High Court at Wellington during the trial.

    A former Nelson hospitality boss has been found guilty in a multi-million dollar fraud case.

    Bugman comes to school

    The Bugman Ruud Kleinpaste with a weta during his visit to Nelson Central School for the Treemendous Makeover.

    Ruud Kleinpaste and George the weta were on a mission to teach Central School pupils about nature.

    Marlborough

    Rain will cut off Clarence

    Resident Gavin Clarke says he will have to leave his home if a new bridge is not built.

    Residents stock up freezers with two months of venison in anticipation of town being cut off this winter.

    Chairman sees red

    Marlborough Football chairman Peter Mortimer in action. (File photo)

    Marlborough Football chairman suspended for on-field "scuffle" after son floored in illegal tackle.

    Blenheim flaunts flax appeal

    John Maffey is delighted years of lobbying the council to improve the southern entranceway to Blenheim has paid off.

    It may not be a giant vegetable or a fish, but Blenheim will soon have its own way to welcome passing travellers.

    O'Brien found guilty

    The Crown alleged Mike O'Brien wanted to control pokie machine profits. (File photo)

    Three men, including a former Internal Affairs employee, found guilty on pokies fraud charges.

    South Canterbury

    Back yourself, Timaru video

    Comedian Urzila Carlson discusses all things Timaru.

    Have a laugh at road rage, the theatre and regional rivalry

    Youth caught in bins

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    Youth urged to seek help after police find students searching bins for food.

    Air quality up in the air

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    Buy seasonal, grower advises video

    Pukeko Gardens business owner Ian Hughes says leeks, kale, carrots and onions are cheap at the moment.

    Seasonal vegetables are still readily available, Geraldine market gardener says.

    Southland

    Similar looks, same goal

    Rugby playing twin brothers Jordan, left, and Sam Stewart,22, at Star Rugby Club in Invercargill.

    Twin brothers both have the desire to play for Southland, but first they have a club assignment to sort.

    'Iconic' fishery

    Bluff Oyster Management Company operations manager Graeme Wright

    Bluff oyster fishermen are hopeful the oyster parasite threat can be stopped.

    Death referred to coroner

    Kurt Sturgess, whose body was found after a car explosion in Queenstown on June 13, 2017.

    Death of a man found in exploded car has been referred to the coroner.

    Bowel cancer awareness

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    A year on from her bowel cancer treatment, Renee Wallace shares her continuing story with this potential killer disease.

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