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Northland Police thank 'heroic actions' of people who rushed to put out fire and pull victims from wreckage of fatal crash

2018's terrible road toll now sits at 91.

Accidents •

Housing Minister says he's 'confident' homeless count in Rotorua can be replicated in national survey

Phil Twyford believes the numbers without shelter can be counted.

Social Issues •

Confident Anthony Joshua names round he believes he'll take out Joseph Parker

The WBA and IBF champion is confident of a title unification victory in Cardiff against the Kiwi.

Joseph Parker •

Climate change becoming a curse for Kiwis seeking home insurance

Fair Go sheds light on a weather trap that could have insurance ramifications for thousands.

Wellington •

Mitchell McClenaghan handed IPL lifeline, returns to former side Mumbai Indians

Unsold at this year's auction, McClenaghan returns to Mumbai as an injury replacement.

'Bring these items home' - Campaign to purchase Martin Crowe's cricket memorabilia launched

The items are being auctioned off by his cousin, Russell Crowe.

Neutral referee appointed for Parker v Joshua unification showdown

Italy's Giuseppe Quartarone will take charge of the April 1 bout in Cardiff.

Joseph Parker •

The real problem with Plunket's finances is lack of transparency, says Taypayers' Union after complaints about organisation's spending

Despite being largely state-funded, Jordan Williams says Plunket is "difficult to get information out of".

One dead in collision between motorbike and truck in Canterbury

The Serious Crash Unit is investigating the crash near Rolleston.

Accidents •

Man charged over car, property vandalism spree and building fire in Auckland

The incidents played out along Dominion Rd in the early hours of this morning.

Auckland •

Pedestrian hit and killed by Uber self-driving car in US

The vehicle was in autonomous mode when the jaywalking woman was hit.

Transport •

'Hopefully we can fight' - Floyd Mayweather hints at Conor McGregor rematch, seeks MMA licence

The two fighters could square off once again, this time in the octagon.

Jacinda Ardern defends Plunket's business model amid $180K plus salaries: ‘What the taxpayer funds the taxpayer gets’

1 NEWS yesterday reported the largely taxpayer funded organisation Plunket has 11 staff on over $180,000.

Politics •

Major delays expected during Auckland morning rush hour after broken down truck blocks motorway lanes

The truck broke down on SH20a and it's blocking two southbound lanes.

Transport •

Watch: Jacinda Ardern reacts to appointment of Kiwi Chris Liddell to senior role in Trump's White House

Mr Liddell has been named as White House deputy chief of staff.

North America •

Opinion: Kiwis are paying a third more for video games and that's not OK anymore

A game released today costs 32 per cent more from the New Zealand Microsoft site than the US site.

Technology •

Auckland one of the top three cities in the world to live in according to global ranking survey

The 2018 Mercer Quality of Life survey was updated this week with the City of Sails ranked alongside the likes of Vienna and Zurich.

Travel •

Full list: He's back! Julian Savea returns from the wilderness for All Blacks' North Island camp

The Hurricanes winger lost his All Blacks spot to Rieko Ioane last year. See who else has been picked for today's camp - and who has missed out.

All Blacks •

Watch: Kiwi choreographer phenomenon Parris Goebel enjoys candid chat with Anika Moa

Gobel talks about how fame has affected her.

Music •

Teenager charged over violent Hamilton dairy robbery involving axe and machete that left shopkeeper's skull fractured

Another teen is still at large.

Crime And Justice •

Pedestrian seriously injured after being struck by car in Auckland

Significant traffic delays are expected after the Mt Roskill incident.

Auckland •

Man wanted after girl assaulted on grounds of Nelson school at night

The incident happened at Nelson Central School on February 27.

Crime And Justice •

Have you got your Kiwi-made Pineapple Lumps yet? Cadbury's Dunedin factory into its last week of making the iconic Kiwi treat

The company was unable to find someone to take over the production at the iconic New Zealand factory. So they're moving to Aussie.

Food And Drink •

Northland pig dogs burnt to death: Police charge 25-year-old with cruelty to an animal, arson, other charges

A ute was stolen from an area near Kaitaia and burned out by thieves - including the two dogs in crates on the back tray.

Crime And Justice •

NZ weather forecast: Get the warm coats ready, temperatures set to plunge as MetService says 'golden weather's gone'

Much of the South Island will feel chillier, but it's a slightly different story in other parts.

Weather News •

Watch: Laser-focused Joseph Parker bobs and weaves in London gym as he awaits Anthony Joshua

The Kiwi heavyweight is looking good as his April 1 fight looms.

Joseph Parker •

Caution, Kiwi ahead! Dutch football fans make hilarious tribute to All Whites star

Fans of Ryan Thomas' side PEC Zwolle unveiled this banner in their team's latest match.

Arrangements made for Dargaville man whose body was unclaimed at funeral director for eight months

Distant relative of Thomas Brugman are working with Perpetual Guardian to settle his affairs.

Northland •

Fishing methods in spotlight after five endangered dolphins found dead

1 NEWS understands the vessel's skipper is "devastated".

Animals •

'A little bit of goosebumps' - All Blacks Eden Park record an inspiration for Neil Wagner heading into pink ball Test

Wagner will take the field with the Black Caps against England on Thursday.

Black Caps •

Watch: Whitianga dolphins frolic with nature photographer, skimming beneath his paddle board

A Kiwi nature photographer has captured a pod of dolphins frolicking in the clear blue sea.

Animals •

'You are driven demented with him' - Ireland rugby stars heap praise on Kiwi coach Joe Schmidt

Schmidt has helped Ireland rise to the number two world ranking.

Watch: 'I think he's got problems today' - The Killers step in to cover 'Wonderwall' after frustrated Liam Gallagher storms off festival stage in Chile

The rock band fired up the crowd with the surprise rendition, after Gallagher stormed off complaining that his voice was "absolutely smashed".

Music •

Super Rugby Power Rankings: Akira Ioane is on fire, so are the Highlanders - but how good are the Crusaders without key All Blacks?

Fallout from epic South Island derby as sorry Blues slide down

Family of man gunned down in Wellington appeal to public for help as locals worry Black Power may be involved

Paul Te Hiko was found dead at a property in Wainuiomata on March 7.

Crime And Justice •

Aunty of 11-year-old girl tragically killed by train in Ngaruawahia pleads for 'respect' after family receives barrage of criticism on social media

Extended family member asks for kindness and calm as little girl's family is criticised over her death.

Viral story: Graphic warning - Missing 'O' at Auckland Airport Countdown a rude welcome to overseas visitors (pic inside)

The vital letter has apparently fallen victim to an electrical fault.

Car pursued by police through Waikato town crashes into parked vehicle, but keeps going

Police used road spikes to bring the car to a halt in Te Awamutu.

Crime And Justice •

Aaron Smith praises Hurricanes counterpart TJ Perenara as 'fittest, fastest and strongest' halfback in NZ

"I'm a pretty competitive guy but if we were fighting over a stone I don't know who would win," Smith said.

Simon Bridges accuses Jacinda Ardern of failing to meet Government's 'high bar' of taxpayer spending over Chatham Islands trip

The two leaders clashed over sending eight ministers to the opening of a new wharf in the Chatham Islands last week.

Politics •

Horror road toll rises again as six-year-old boy dies when ute plunges down bank in central North Island

Three people in the ute have been taken to Wanganui Hospital.

Accidents •

'Should put their money where their mouth is' - Shane Jones continues spat with Air NZ over regional services

Winston Peters says he backs his MP on the issue.

Politics •

Canterbury deny criticising Auckland's approach after abandoned match

Aces were 66-6 on "unsafe" pitch where Canterbury had scored 485

Maori student numbers on the rise at Otago University

Maori students have reached population parity for admissions into medicine, the University's most competitive undergraduate programme.

Education •

'I think he's going to thoroughly enjoy it' - Sir John Key set to take Barack Obama 'for a bit of a bash' around some of NZ's great golf courses

Our former PM says the reason for the former US President's visit this week is really to showcase New Zealand.

Kiwi Chris Liddell gets a top spot with Trump – but what does it mean?

The Matamata-born businessman has now entered the red-hot cauldron of Trump's closest advisors.

Politics •

Trump's top Kiwi 'socially minded' and not personally ambitious, says sister.

But the boy from Matamata always seemed destined for big things.

Hamilton And Waikato •

Women's rights delivered blow after Tonga bans girls from school rugby or boxing, despite promised funding injection from NZ

The widely condemned decision comes after funding from New Zealand.

Pacific Islands •

Dunedin inventor's door-sealing gate could surpass sandbags and be a saviour for flood-prone residents

Larry Burns thought there must be an easier way to prevent flooding.

Dunedin And Otago •

Rotorua family turn detectives as CCTV captures fourth burglary of their home in weeks

Kerris Browne says police are supportive of her quest for justice.

Tauranga And Bay Of Plenty •

Watch: White Ferns use nerves of steel to win last-ball T20 thriller against West Indies

Spinner comes up big in last over of thrilling T20 win.

Former All White player makes waves in footwear market by using unique materials

Tim Brown's creations are being worn by the likes of Jacinda Ardern and Barack Obama.

Environment •

Pedestrian hit by car in Auckland CBD

The incident happened just after 7pm.

Auckland •

One dead after Far North car crash, another left with serious injuries

The incident on SH10 happened at 5:45pm.

Northland •

Eden Park looking to lure Warriors away from Mt Smart

"We can assist with Richard's growth strategy for the Warriors".

Joseph Parker avoids another ref controversy for his title fight with Anthony Joshua

An Italian ref has been appointed to the delight of promoter David Higgins.

Lorde's sister Indy talks about stepping out of her famous sibling's shadow as she releases book of poetry

She lives in New York and had help with her poetry from Billy Ray Cyrus.

Rare close encounter with Antarctic minke whale caught on camera

Experts say its never been filmed in the Ross Sea before.

Animals •

'Gone far too soon' - Dylan Mika, former All Blacks flanker dies aged 45

The veteran of seven Tests died of a suspected heart attack.

World's largest snapper surfcasting competition underway in New Zealand's Far North

Anglers have travelled far and wide to compete at Ninety Mile Beach.

Northland •
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