Fifteen vacuum-sealed packages were found hidden among clothing in his suitcase.

Iwi offered to fix up the unused former Police houses. Instead, a 'miscommunication' led to a $138,000 taxpayer bill to get rid of them.

An injunction currently prevents media, police and Oranga Tamariki from publishing certain details related to the case.

With the official opening just days away, here's everything you need to know about what to expect if you're visiting the store or just trying to travel across the city.

Newly released data shows similar offences spike during summer.

Sewage overflows from thunderstorms over the weekend have impacted water quality at beaches across the central city.

MetService reports a broad range of weather including heavy rain, thunderstorms, strong winds, and sunny spells

The possibility that students may have eaten contaminated lunches "fills me with horror", says a Christchurch school principal.

Invercargill City Council is working with insurance assessors to confirm how much coverage it had.

But some want assurance the policy will not affect local councils' ability to invest in core services and infrastructure.

Although it was overwhelming when it was announced she would replace veteran presenter Simon Dallow, Stokes says she's up for the challenge.

He was admitted with fractured ribs and bruised lungs, and was left paraplegic after a chest drain was inserted incorrectly.

Young people are sleeping on the streets and in cars as a service says the problem is getting worse.

Patrick Keusch was charged with careless driving causing the death of woman.

Police say they are investigating the thefts.

PATHA is asking for an urgent judicial review on the grounds that the incoming regulation is "illegal and unethical".

The driver is reported to be seriously injured.

Metallica was reported missing from Auckland's Manurewa area.