REVIEW: When Gretta's husband died, she retreated to the bosom of her family to regroup. Now she's ready to build a new life.

Russian forces struck a military training base in western Ukraine, 35km from the border with Poland as attacks intensify.

The Kiwi star has been on a resurgence over the past 12 months, but she will not defend her title at the Aramco Saudi Ladies International next week.

Kiwi alpine skier says it's "unbelievable to get back on the podium" for his fifth Paralympic medal and second of the Beijing Games.

The TVNZ sports news host announced she is about half way through her pregnancy, with partner Josh Tito.

Humphrey Hanley is working day and night to help people who share his rare skin-blistering condition Epidermolysis Bullosa to escape war-torn Ukraine.

REVIEW: Boasting a Sherlock-eseque swagger, this is that increasingly rare commodity, an historical tale designed to entertain the whole family.

Big-hitting Black Caps all-rounder gives Northern Districts unlikely shot at victory in Napier, as Ray Toole claims maiden bag of wickets.

Neighbours heard what sounded like “four loud gun shots” and saw a window damaged by apparent shotgun splatter.

Police have cordoned off a field in Ilam, home of the University of Canterbury's main campus, after a massive student party on Saturday.

The never before seen high cost of fuel is going to be felt across South Canterbury and for most there are few other alternatives.

Wall to wall style is being sprayed on a Manawatū town known for its quaintness.

Southern Steel lay down an early marker for the season, thumping Tactix by 17 goals in dominant display.

Expecting mothers are being told they will be discharged after 24 hours following a C-section, but some say that's too soon.

An art piece from NZ painter Charles Goldie's private collection tipped to sell for over $2m at an auction in Auckland.

Timaru secondary schools have won five golds at the South Island Secondary Schools Rowing Regatta.

Moss was stung by jellyfish on two occasions and Sherwen suffered a heart attack while recovering from her swim.

Chasing 270 to win at the Basin Reserve, New Zealand slumped to 35-5 on their way to a 141-run loss at the Women's Cricket World Cup.

Residents who live near the park say they're worried about noise and the potential for “antisocial behaviour” but one councillor says those are outdated stereotypes and the people behind the track are high-flyers in the region.

A panel has decided not to escalate complaints about seven academics who penned a controversial letter about Mātauranga Māori and science.