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Showers threaten Auckland’s big sports weekend as chilly winds move in
Rain may disrupt Saturday's Warriors match and Sunday's Auckland FC game.
Latest from West Coast
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Where to eat and drink in Sydney now, from Coogee to the harbour ferries
From Rick Stein’s oysters Charentaise to blue eye trevalla, seafood stars.
‘A decision that really hurts’: Crusaders ditch horses from new stadium
The six horses have led the Crusaders out at every home game since 1996.
NZ rail route named among world's most visually stunning train journeys
The high-rating journey takes in spectacular mountain views along with forests and gorges.
Northland declares state of emergency as Cyclone Vaianu nears
'This declaration means we can act quickly if required.'
'No questions asked': Man offers $5k reward for return of missing dog
Locky was last seen on owner Judd Baker’s property in Mākara, Wellington.
Iran conflict and wild weather dampen March spending in regional divide
Worldline NZ processed $3.98b in March, just 0.5% higher than March 2025.
Long-haul flights may face cuts if jet fuel price crisis drags on
Domestic flights have already been cut as fuel costs bite.
Real estate agents censured over early access, family ties and deposit failures
House keys, relationships, trust accounts, leaky homes and roof age were complained about.
'Mass rescue' at popular Auckland west coast beach, swimmer in hospital
One person was taken to Middlemore Hospital in a serious condition.
Mother-son landlord duo with history of tenancy complaints under investigation
A tribunal once said Donna Miers and Nick Hoogwerf have 'a history of nefarious conduct'.
Easter weather forecast: Watch lifted on parts of Canterbury; Westland still under orange watch
Heavy rain is forecast for the western South Island, especially the Westland ranges.
Is fuel support going to the right places?
New data show essential workers in rural districts drive more than twice as far.
'A mixed bag': Heavy rain set to lash parts of NZ while others chase Easter weekend sunshine
A heavy rain watch is in place for the Westland ranges from midnight tonight.
Roger Partridge: Why Wellington must share the gold with regions
OPINION: The New Zealand Initiative backs sharing royalties to fix skewed incentives.
Molly the border collie found alive a week after 55m West Coast waterfall tumble
A chopper crew with heat detection equipment spotted her where she had fallen.
Celebrity homes and coastal retreats: The South Island properties we obsessed over
A former manor visited by a royal and Kim Dotcom's old mansion also drew plenty of clicks.
Ambitious plan aims to revive BOP town
Government Better Off funding includes $250,000 to kickstart projects in Murupara.
Phil Gifford: The hospital visits that showed Jason Ryan's true character
As a young man, an All Blacks assistant showed his loyalty with visits to an injured mate.
Dozens of Kiwis $14k richer after Lotto draw – where lucky tickets were sold
Four players also won Powerball Second Division, taking their total winnings to $20,746.
When sheep were recorded 'singing' Pōkarekare Ana: Unearthing a region's music history
Glen Moffatt has unearthed lost stories, and some songs he never wants to listen to again.
Which regions could be hit next as red rain warnings loom?
Tauranga, Coromandel and Tasman face likely upgrades to red rain warnings.
'Significant event' to hit Tasman as subtropical storm moves to South Island
Heavy rain, strong gusty winds and flood risk warnings as subtropical storm shifts south.
Jailed drink driver told his mum no one would listen. Hours later he was found dead
The coroner found inmates bullied, assaulted and stole from Alexander Nicholls-Braddock.
Firefighters specialising in water rescue deployed in Whangārei and Auckland
Another 16 are on standby to be sent to the Coromandel and western Bay of Plenty.
‘I got goosebumps’ - Te reo Māori song in new Ryan Gosling blockbuster
Viewers say hearing te reo Māori in a Hollywood blockbuster felt historic.
Storm to hit north as Auckland set for 33 hours of rain
Seven weather alerts issued for upper North Island as storm approaches the country.
Air NZ flights to Pacific destination cancelled due to 'volatile' fuel costs
'We know how important air services are for the Pacific,' the airline said.
Your guide to New Zealand's best Easter weekend events and more
Yet to plan your Easter weekend? We've got you covered.
The private companies that have benefitted so far from the $1.2b Regional Infrastructure Fund
Who's getting what for regional development: Oji, OpenStar, minerals and a NZ First donor.