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Gareth and Leanne Hall spent years fighting to save their daughter from the darkness that haunted her.

With most schools back in action, student attendance rates are once again in the spotlight.

Social media giant Meta says banning young people from its platforms won't work, but supporters of a law change are crying foul.

The school's principal says a student suffered a minor injury after a knife was pulled out during an altercation this morning.

Bella the cat burglar has been bringing home a surprising midnight feast for her owners.

Orana Wildlife Park said 22-year-old sisters Leah and Meeka, and Meeka's 15-year-old son Mambila had died.

The smell has left people battling nausea, worsening asthma, sleepless nights and deteriorating mental health.

But residents were warned to prepare for a "long slog" after the initial response died down and the community was left to ready themselves for the next bout of heavy rain.

An airport spokesperson says passengers should check directly with their airlines for the latest information.

A paediatric specialist said not funding Wegovy for teenagers would be like "closing the gate after the horse had bolted."

The Black Cat Cruises catamaran ran aground in the Akaroa Marine Reserve on Saturday, resulting in the rescue of more than 40 passengers and crew.

Police said it was unclear how the person came to be there, and how they died, and were treating the death as unexplained.

Wayne Brown put on a cap saying 'RATES' in a self-described move to mock the proposal.

The therapy pug has been missing for more than two weeks and his owner is desperate for answers.

Police have revealed Benjamin Timmins was stabbed while three others were shot at Waitārere Beach.