Person dies after falling on mountain in Southern Alps

Takahē pair thought to be infertile hatch chick at Zealandia

Bendigo, a male takahē, and Waitaa a female, came to Zealandia two years ago as a non-breeding pair.

NZ secures free trade deal with India, signing expected next year

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has hailed the agreement as a "massive moment" for the country, but New Zealand First leader Winston Peters says its a "bad deal" and has vowed to oppose enabling legislation.

Full video: Luxon, McClay speak on India free trade agreement

Negotiations were launched in March, with Luxon visiting in April and McClay making several trips.

Loaded shotgun found under child's bed as police search for stolen car

Waitematā East’s tactical crime unit began investigating the initial burglary on the North Shore in the early hours of December 1.