Two teens with weapons who wanted ciggies and cash from Tauranga dairy caught after public assistance

Tips to keep your home insect-free during warm, humid weather

As La Niña sets in, the forecast is for warm and damp conditions in the north and a hot, dry summer in the south - perfect for flies and mosquitoes to thrive.

ANZ reports record $2.53 billion profit

The bank said its profit was up 21% over the same period last year.

What's happening with local council pay in Whanganui, Ruapehu and Rangitīkei

The new rates reflect updated size indices for each council and revised governance remuneration pools that account for workload increases in some areas.

'Favourable conditions' aid crews at huge Tongariro National Park blaze

The fire was estimated to have burnt about 2500 hectares and was 20% contained, FENZ said.