Magnitude 4.0 earthquake rattles lower North Island

Officer's bravery honoured for response to 'confronting' family shooting

Constable David Cramp provided life-saving first aid to three victims of the violent incident.

Teenager missing on Hawke's Bay school tramp found safe

"We are thrilled to let you know that our student was located by the search and rescue helicopter and is now with his parents," Taradale High School said.

Average speed cameras switched on at stretch of lower North Island highway

The two cameras, which measure how long it takes motorists to drive between them, were set up between Sanson and Foxton.

Seven-year-old boy died after being swept out to sea at Tangimoana

"Our thoughts are with his whānau and friends at this difficult time," police said.