Judith Collins said she had the full support of National's board in sacking Simon Bridges, but the President disagrees.

A proposal to create up to 670 homes on rural land at the edge of Napier has been referred for a fast track consenting process after the Minister for the Environment found it would address an urgent need for housing in the area.

A brother and sister died in 2019 after colliding with a freight train; an investigation concluded complicated roadworks were likely the cause.

But the longtime National Party supporter could vote ACT if the blue party doesn't "pull the right triggers".

Lua’Ai Lavea had always had a good relationship with his partner of 40 years. But one morning in September, he stabbed her repeatedly and left her lying in a pool of blood.

Dallas Gurney says New Zealanders want a station that's solutions focused, not about shouting others down.

A team of working dogs and a tractor were used to deliver 8000 letters to Government ministers.

A significant rain event is expected to hit western parts of the South Island over the next few days, while North Islanders can expect a "generally settled" weekend.

Dean Graham, who previously paid more than $10,000 on a cardboard Lamborghini, says seeing his newly purchased jetpack will ‘feel like gold’.

The group has been blocking the start of construction on the memorial for months, but has now been given 48 hours to clear out.

Those fighting for a spot in the first room release since news vaccinated Kiwis can skip managed isolation from next year found 9200 fewer people in line.

REVIEW: It was more than 50 years ago, you say? This magnificent magnum opus of a restoration job makes it look like Yesterday.

A call about family harm is made to police every four minutes. If all such incidents were reported, that would be a call every minute of the day.

The person was treated at the scene before being taken to Christchurch Hospital with moderate injuries.

A driver fled after spotting a police car outside a Christchurch school, sparking a search.

News Publishers' Association wants the Commerce Commission to allow the media industry to work together as a bloc.

The maths doesn't lie, but only time will tell what effect the traffic light system will have on Covid case numbers.

There are new locations today in Northland, and as far south as Palmerston North, with others in Waikato and the Bay of Plenty.

ANALYSIS: Judith Collins' ousting leaves the 'worst job in politics' up for the taking.

But the Ministry of Health says data has begun flow and no court orders are needed.