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Cape Brett hut airlift and slips force DoC closures in peak summer period
Nine trampers paid for their own rescue flight after slips cut off Cape Brett.
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Clean-up begins after Northland deluge cuts off coastal communities
More heavy rain is forecast from Wednesday, with up to a 60% risk of warnings.
Fishing backlash victory: Jones scraps marlin bycatch plan but wider battle looms
The proposal would have allowed commercial boats to keep and sell marlin bycatch.
Watch: Far North police pitch roles to waitlisted recruits
Police say Canterbury is so full they are not taking any new recruits.
Warm, mostly calm weekend ahead before northern rain moves in Monday
Auckland, Hamilton and Kaitāia are forecast to reach warm highs of 26C.
Broadwood town brightened by recycled Kaitaia community mosaic tiles
Volunteers built theft-proof mosaic tables and planters at Broadwood's pool.
Shark encounter and heatwave tests ultra-swimmer on epic coast mission
Jono Ridler is swimming 1600km from North Cape to Wellington over 90 days.
‘I freely admit it has been more challenging’: Seymour on charter schools push
David Seymour says the authorisation board will be proactive in encouraging conversions.
‘If in doubt, stay out’: Lifeguards save kayaker, then teach beach safety
A kayaker in trouble was fortunate the Surf Life Saving team turned up for training.
Suspicious blaze at Mangawhai as string of Northland fires stretch crews
Seven fire trucks battled the Mangawhai Heads blaze on Monday evening.
How to tackle Northland’s coast-to-coast cycling adventure this summer
The 87km ride links Northland’s Pacific and Tasman coasts in scenic style.
NZ swelters as North Island cities top 36C, roads blocked in South Island as wild winds fell trees
Multiple heat alerts in place today across the country, posing an 'extreme' fire risk.
'Extreme caution': Heat alerts as furnace-like temps strike NZ
Hastings is forecast to reach 38C tomorrow, with Napier close behind on 36C.
Heat alerts for 15 centres amid scorching temps, severe gales pose 'extreme' fire danger
The MetService-issued heat alerts include several holiday hot spots.
‘It’s beyond a joke’: Repeated power cuts leave Far North residents in 'anxious state'
One Kerikeri outage on January 3 cut power to 1267 homes for 2.5 hours.
‘Insider with an outsider’s perspective’: New DB chief maps out beer’s next era
Hart returns to DB after 26 years overseas with Heineken and his own firm.
2025 climate summary: Hottest places around NZ revealed
Four of the five warmest years have occurred since 2021 as the climate heats.
'Waiting game': Northland patients left in dark as 45 GP clinics hit by health data hack
Manage My Health has not named the clinics hit, leaving many patients in limbo.
Hundreds gather in Northland to remember the Battle of Ruapekapeka Pā
The 180th anniversary events commemorate the final engagement of the 1845-46 Northern War.
'I just want to help': Former Warriors star on using Instagram to mentor youngsters
Elijah Taylor wants to use social media to inspire and help the next generation.
Letters: Who holds Trump accountable?
OPINION: Letter writers link Trump’s latest moves to oil, allies and global flashpoints.
Thirteen injured after truck and van crash in Far North
Seven patients were taken to Kaitāia Hospital, including three in moderate condition.
'He just wanted to get away': Runaway bull sparks panic at rodeo
The 800kg bull escaped through a weak fence during the Kaitāia event.
Severe thunderstorms threaten torrential rain, hail
MetService warns the storms could trigger flash flooding and make driving hazardous.
Severe thunderstorm warnings lifted for Auckland and Northland, weather watches remain
Heavy rain could bring flash flooding and treacherous driving today.
Too much screen time? Experts suggest stepping back this summer
Dr Lena Waizenegger says summer breaks are the ideal time to try a digital detox.
Revealed: Our Heroes of 2025 – the Herald's top picks
We honour the best in news, sport, business and entertainment.
Watch: Surfing French bulldogs wow beach crowds with fearless wave-riding skills
The pair now surf between Paihia and Russell, even circling cruise ships at sea.
The three Fs that helped former Black Cap launch a new innings in life
For Lou Vincent, life is about giving back and enjoying the small moments with family.
Far North traffic stop uncovers firearm, meth and stolen car
Police stopped the stolen car after clocking it speeding on SH11 in Kawakawa.