The man installed a security camera after a washing machine delivered to his home was stolen. But his problems were just beginning.

The flight from Auckland was unable to land in the capital because of wind shear - a sudden change in the speed or direction of wind.

Drops include popular two-year rate.

Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII met with PM Christopher Luxon and Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka on Monday.

The Serious Crash Unit had been advised of the death, police said.

Fauono Ken Laban's victory in Lower Hutt marks a historic milestone for Pacific representation in local government.

Pacific policy expert says "bread and butter" issues will be front of mind for Nauruans heading to the polls.

Charles Kiata from Kiribati said a New Zealand visa established now would mean there would be a slow migration and not people being forced to leave as climate refugees.

A Fijian academic says the country must look forward not backward as it celebrates 55 years of independence.

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake has struck the Philippines and a tsunami alert issued after the event is now cancelled for the Pacific.

The New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union says the central Auckland building needs a full remediation.

Incumbent deputy mayor Jonathan Larsen leads businessman Snow Tane by just five votes.

"I think people are more interested in what's between my ears than what was between my legs 55 years ago."

The three-term councillor replaces Monique Croon, pledging to boost government investment in the remote region.

On his new solo album 'Anitya', the New Zealand musician is finally proud to be himself.