Seven months ago, Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre was on the brink of closure.

The fire was reported shortly after 2.30pm, burning a shed and spreading to about 100 hectares before being contained just before 6pm.

Flights were cancelled at Wellington airport on Saturday evening, due to gales.

About 60 players were inside, when the fire alarm went off, but all made it out safely.

Police said a car crashed into a parked vehicle on Waipa Street in Birkenhead and then rolled.

Contractors were also working to clear a large mudslide blocking both lanes further east on the highway.

Reports from Teheran suggest security forces have killed or injured hundreds over the past three days.

A problem with the winch that controls the stern door led to 200 passengers being stuck for 15 hours on Thursday.

More than 70 percent of those impacted are based in Northland, according to Health NZ.

There are fears New Zealanders are becoming more complacent around fire safety at home.

The former prime minister is concerned that other countries, which are like-minded with the current United States administration, will also withdraw.

People have taken to social media posting photos of the chipped windscreens.

Mountain-bikers say the Matairangi/Mt Victoria trails are "world class" - but not everyone is happy about sharing the paths.